Head of Compensation

Future Publishing; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global media company seeks a strategic Head of Compensation to enhance its global compensation strategy. The role involves collaborating with senior leaders to implement equitable, scalable practices that attract and retain top talent. Candidates should have expertise in compensation frameworks, data analysis, and stakeholder management. The expected salary range is £70,000 - £95,000, with the flexibility of a hybrid work model from the London or Bath office. The position offers impressive perks including uncapped leave and profit-sharing bonuses.

Benefits

Uncapped leave

Profit-sharing bonus

Referral bonus

Well-being support

Share Incentive Plan

Qualifications

• Lead or senior specialist role in compensation and total rewards required.
• Knowledgeable in fair pay policies and pay benchmarking.
• Expert in data visualization and process automation using Excel/Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and shape the global compensation strategy.
• Deliver equitable and scalable compensation practices.
• Collaborate with leaders to influence people strategies.

Skills

Compensation and total rewards expertise

Job architecture and compensation frameworks

Excel and Google Sheets proficiency

Experience with global compensation practices

Stakeholder management skills

Job description

What you'll be doing...

We're looking for a strategic, data-driven Head of Compensation to join our People team during a transformative period for the business. This is a unique opportunity to shape and enhance our global compensation strategy, ensuring we attract, retain, and reward top talent across the organisation.

Reporting to the VP of People and Culture you will deliver, equitable, and scalable compensation practices, whilst collaborating with senior leaders to lead impactful decisions, using data insights to influence people strategies and achieve meaningful outcomes.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve...

• Experience with compensation and total rewards, in a lead or senior specialist role.
• Knowledge of job architecture and compensation frameworks, setting fair pay policies and pay benchmarking data and methodologies.
• A go-to expert in Excel and Google Sheets, comfortable working with complex formulas, data visualisation, and process automation.
• Experience with global compensation practices, employment laws, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience advising HRBPs, leaders, and executives.

What's in it for you...

The expected range for this role is £70,000 - £95,000

This is a Hybrid role from our London or Bath Office, working three days from the office, two from home.

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time.
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus.
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future.
• Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes.
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan.

Internal job family level Professional 4 (P4)

Who are we…

We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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