Head of Reward & Benefits

Robert Walters UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in Buckinghamshire is seeking a Head of Reward & Benefits to develop and manage their total reward strategy. This pivotal role involves collaboration with senior leadership to create competitive reward packages, ensuring compliance with UK laws. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in compensation and benefits, strong analytical skills, and the ability to present complex data effectively.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a senior total reward or compensation and benefits role.
• Extensive knowledge of UK compensation laws and benefits regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the company’s reward and benefits strategy.
• Oversee the design and management of competitive salary structures.
• Manage the design, implementation, and optimisation of the company’s benefits programs.

Skills

Leadership

Data Analytics

Compensation Management

Vendor Management

Contract Negotiation

Tools

Willis Towers Watson

Mercer IPE

Hay

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a seasoned Head of Reward & Benefits to join a leading organisation in Buckinghamshire. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing, implementing, and managing the company’s total reward strategy in the UK.

Keywords: Reward, Benefits, HR, Leadership, Strategy Development, Compensation Management, Incentive Design, Technology Optimisation, Data Analytics

This role offers an attractive salary range of £85,000 - £100,000 and provides the chance to work closely with senior leadership teams, people operations, and external partners to create competitive and innovative reward packages that drive performance and employee satisfaction.

* Lead the development and implementation of the company’s reward and benefits strategy.
* Oversee the design and management of competitive salary structures.
* Provide insights and data-driven recommendations on compensation and benefits costs.

What you'll do:

As the Head of Reward & Benefits, you will be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and management of our client's total reward strategy in the UK. You will ensure that the reward framework is aligned with strategic goals, attracts top talent, fosters a culture of high performance. Your role will involve working closely with senior leadership teams to create competitive reward packages that drive performance. You will also lead a small team dedicated to enhancing employee satisfaction through innovative rewards.

* Develop and implement the company’s reward and benefits strategy.
* Design and manage competitive salary structures including job evaluation, salary bands, and associated incentive packages.
* Oversee short-term incentive structures ensuring they are competitive, equitable, and in compliance with UK legal requirements.
* Lead the annual salary review process, annual bonus scheme calculations and annual salary survey submissions.
* Manage the design, implementation, and optimisation of the company’s benefits programs.
* Provide insights on compensation and benefits costs, trends, program effectiveness, and market competitiveness.
* Ensure all reward programs comply with UK employment law, tax regulations, and industry standards.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Head of Reward & Benefits position brings extensive experience in total reward or compensation roles. You have deep understanding of UK market trends and can apply strategic thinking to design innovative reward solutions that support business objectives. Your strong analytical skills allow you to quickly interpret complex data into effective reports. You have proven experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, budget management. Your excellent communication skills enable you to collaborate effectively with senior leaders and present complex reward information to diverse audiences.

* 5+ years of experience in a senior total reward or compensation and benefits role.
* Extensive knowledge of UK compensation laws, benefits regulations, tax implications, and employment legislation.
* Proven experience in designing and managing compensation and benefits programs at a senior level.
* Experience with using job evaluation systems such as Willis Towers Watson, Mercer IPE or Hay.
* Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex data into effective reports.
* Demonstrated experience in vendor management, negotiating contracts, managing budgets.

What's next:

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About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Human Resources

Industry: Human Resources and Personnel

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Director

Location: Buckinghamshire

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Human Resources

Focus: Reward, Compensation & Benefits

Industry: Human Resources and Personnel

Salary: £85,000 - £100,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Director

Location: Buckinghamshire

FULL_TIME

Job Reference: MOFP8G-AD48244A

Date posted: 15 May 2025

Consultant: Dawn May

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