Head of Total Rewards (Maternity Cover)

QVC; Derry/Londonderry; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail conglomerate in the UK is seeking a Head of Total Rewards to develop and manage global compensation strategies. This role involves leading a team, implementing compensation strategies, and ensuring compliance across multiple regions. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in compensation design, strategic thinking skills, and the ability to work in a hybrid capacity. This fixed-term contract lasts for 12 months with a starting date no later than January 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in compensation and benefits design with experience leading teams.
• Expertise in international total rewards with knowledge of practices across multiple regions.
• Experience working in a matrix environment and navigating cultural differences.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of Total Rewards professionals.
• Partner with business and People leaders for compensation strategies.
• Oversee design, governance and compliance of benefits programmes.

Skills

Compensation and benefits design

International total rewards expertise

Strategic and analytical thinking

Leadership skills

Continuous improvement processes

Education

Bachelor's or equivalent in Business, Finance, Economics, Human Resources

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! QVC Group Inc. is a Fortune 500 company with six leading retail brands QVC, HSN, Ballard Designs, Frontgate, Garnet Hill and Grandin Road. We are a live social shopping company that redefines shopping experience through video-driven commerce on every screen from smartphones and tablets to laptops and TVs.

QVC Group brings innovative products, compelling content and unforgettable moments to millions of shoppers worldwide via social platforms, streaming apps, e‑commerce sites and TV channels making every screen a doorway to discovery, delight and community.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a dynamic Head of Total Rewards to lead the development and management of our global compensation strategies. Reporting to the Director of Global Total Rewards, you will help ensure our reward programmes are competitive, equitable and aligned with QVC’s goals. This is your chance to make a significant impact driving innovation and best practice across multiple markets. This is a fixed‑term contract for 12 months and you must be free to start no later than 5 January 2026; you should also be able to work in a hybrid capacity.

Your Impact

• Lead and inspire a team of Total Rewards professionals promoting a high‑performing and inclusive environment.
• Partner with business and People leaders to implement compensation and benefits strategies that support our global and local needs.
• Provide expert guidance on compensation programmes ensuring understanding of market trends, regulatory requirements and QVC’s strategic goals.
• Oversee the design, governance and compliance of benefits programmes across multiple regions identifying opportunities for cooperation and scale.
• Drive complex cross‑functional projects ensuring change management and stakeholder engagement.
• Conduct ongoing market research and benchmarking to keep QVC at the forefront of reward improvement.
• Collaborate with Finance, Legal and external partners to ensure governance and budget adherence.

What You Bring

• Extensive experience in compensation and benefits design with experience leading teams.
• Expertise in international total rewards with knowledge of practices across the UK, Europe, Japan and China.
• Strategic and analytical thinking with the ability to translate complex challenges into clear actionable solutions.
• Inspirational leadership with experience building motivating and developing remote teams.
• Experience working in a matrix environment and navigating cultural differences.
• Experience with continuous improvement, innovation and delivering results with speed.
• Degree: Bachelors (or equivalent) in Business, Finance, Economics, Human Resources or a related field; or a Masters degree in a similar field.

Disability Confident Scheme

QVC UK is a Disability Confident Leader level 3 accredited employer and operates a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS). For any UK based roles if you’d like to be considered under this scheme please indicate this on the application form.

QVC Group is committed to inclusion and belonging for all and ensuring that our workplace provides equal employment opportunities for all team members and candidates and complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. As an equal opportunity employer, QVC Group is committed to a barrier‑free employment process. If you need reasonable accommodations / support throughout the process please contact us for assistance.

If provided salary ranges are a general guideline only and actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience and geographic location as well as business and market conditions.