Head of Reward and Pensions

Laddaw Ltd; Cardington; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Job summary

Laddaw Ltd is seeking an experienced Head of Reward & Pensions to shape our reward strategy across the business from our Bedford hub. You will lead the Reward, Benefits and Pensions agenda, providing expert guidance and building a high-impact team that supports our people strategy and growth.

You’ll work closely with the executive team, drive pay frameworks, oversee benefits and pensions, and deliver insight-led recommendations to attract, retain and engage colleagues in a competitive market.

Qualifications

• Significant Reward leadership experience within a large or complex organisation.
• Expertise across compensation, benefits, pensions, pay frameworks and role architecture.
• Commercially minded with the ability to translate complex data into practical business solutions.
• Experience influencing Executive and Senior Leadership teams.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to lead teams through change.
• Highly analytical, organised and confident working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Reward and Pensions strategy across the business.
• Act as subject matter expert on compensation, benefits, pensions, pay frameworks and role architecture.
• Design and implement reward programmes that support business performance.
• Lead annual pay review and bonus processes.
• Ensure compliance with reward-related legislation and reporting requirements.
• Oversee employee benefits, wellbeing initiatives, healthcare and pension schemes.
• Drive recognition programmes that celebrate colleague success.
• Coach and develop a specialist Reward & Pensions team.
• Influence senior stakeholders with insight-led recommendations.

Skills

Reward leadership

Compensation

Benefits

Pensions

Pay frameworks

Role architecture

Data analysis

Executive influence

Change management

Communication

Job description

Contract Type:

Regular

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We’re a recognised superbrand and we know where we’re going. We’re a business with direction and purpose and regardless ofyour rolehere, it’s about us all making a difference with real care. We never stand still. We’re relentless,innovativeand ambitious, always looking to go further and improve, which creates a world where we need genuine and driven people to help us get there.

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As a truly people focusedbusiness, we believe in promoting opportunities for all, welcoming people who share our passion for enabling exceptional customer experience. We’ll support you with fantastic toolsand training in an atmosphere that encourages idea contribution and collaboration working with warm, friendlyand real people. If this sounds like somewhere you’ll thrive,keep reading.

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Head of Reward and Pensions

Location: Hybrid Working | Home & Priory Park, Bedford

Hybrid Bedford | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Reward leader looking for the opportunity to shape and influence reward strategy at a business-wide level? We’re looking for a Head of Reward & Pensions to join our People Leadership Team and play a pivotal role in delivering our People strategy during an exciting period of transformation and growth.

Reporting to the People Director, you’ll lead the Reward, Benefits and Pensions agenda, ensuring our offerings remain competitive, commercially effective and aligned to business objectives. Working closely with the Executive Team, Senior Leaders and wider People function, you’ll provide expert guidance on all aspects of reward, including pay frameworks, incentives, benefits, recognition and pensions.

This is a highly visible leadership role where you’ll combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You’ll use data and insights to develop innovative reward solutions that attract, retain and motivate colleagues while enhancing the overall employee experience.

What you’ll be doing

• Leading the development and delivery of the Reward and Pensions strategy across the business.
• Acting as the subject matter expert on compensation, benefits, pensions, pay frameworks and role architecture.
• Designing and implementing reward programmes that support business performance and colleague engagement.
• Leading annual pay review and bonus processes.
• Ensuring compliance with reward-related legislation and reporting requirements.
• Overseeing employee benefits, wellbeing initiatives, healthcare and pension schemes.
• Driving recognition programmes that celebrate and reward colleague success.
• Coaching and developing a specialist Reward & Pensions team.
• Influencing senior stakeholders and supporting strategic business decisions through insight-led recommendations.

What we’re looking for

• Significant Reward leadership experience, ideally gained within a large or complex organisation.
• Strong expertise across compensation, benefits, pensions, job evaluation and grading frameworks.
• Commercially minded with the ability to translate complex data into practical business solutions.
• Experience influencing Executive and Senior Leadership teams.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to lead teams through change.
• Highly analytical, organised and confident working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences.

Why join us?

This is a unique opportunity to lead a critical function and directly influence the experience of thousands of colleagues. You’ll join a collaborative leadership team, work on high-impact strategic initiatives, and play a key role in shaping the future of our Reward and People agenda.

If you’re a forward-thinking Reward leader who enjoys balancing strategy with delivery and wants to make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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Accessibility:

We make every effort to make our web presence accessible to all. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, we’ll provide reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance in the application/hiring process. For assistance, contact us at [e-mail].