Reward and Share Plan Manager

Kerry Inc.; Camden Town; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global nutrition company is seeking a Reward & Share Plan Manager to lead the management of their All-Employee Share Plan and executive incentives. This remote role involves enhancing processes through AI and automation while ensuring compliance across 49 countries. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in share plan administration, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of international tax and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience managing annual equity cycles for executives.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and build effective relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global management of the All-Employee Share Plan.
• Drive operational excellence and ensure compliance with international regulations.
• Deliver impactful communications and education programmes.

Skills

Global share plan administration

Process management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Continuous improvement mindset

Tools

Computershare

Job description

About the Role

At Kerry, we have an exciting opportunity for a Reward & Share Plan Manager to join our Global HR Centre of Expertise, specialising in share plans and long-term incentives.

Reporting to the Director of Executive Reward, this is a high-impact role leading the global management of Kerry's All-Employee Share Plan-live in 49 countries and covering 99.5% of our workforce, as well as our executive long-term incentive schemes. You will manage one direct report and collaborate across functions and regions to deliver seamless, compliant, and engaging equity programmes. You will also contribute to broader executive reward initiatives, with opportunities to innovate through AI and automation. Please note this is a remote role with occasional travel to Ireland required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global management of Kerry's All-Employee Share Plan and executive long-term incentive schemes, ensuring seamless delivery across enrolment, grant, vesting, and settlement cycles.
• Drive operational excellence by developing and refining processes, ensuring compliance with international tax, legal, and regulatory requirements, and managing accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Leverage AI and automation to identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, compliance, and the employee experience.
• Manage key relationships with third-party providers, and collaborate cross-functionally with payroll, HR, finance, tax, legal, and company secretarial teams to ensure coordinated execution.
• Deliver impactful communications and education programmes to increase understanding and engagement with share plans and equity schemes across diverse employee populations.
• Act as a subject matter expert, advising employees and senior leaders, and staying ahead of global legislative and regulatory developments.
• Support broader executive reward priorities and global reward projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Successfully manage global share plan and equity scheme administration with strong knowledge of international tax and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated success in process management, compliance, and operational delivery in a complex, multi-country environment.
• Experience managing annual equity cycles for executives, including grants, vesting, and settlements.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and build effective relationships globally.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience designing and delivering education programmes for diverse audiences.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with Computershare or other share plan administration platforms is a plus.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Proven track record in share plan management and a combination of Kerry Leadership competencies.

Benefits & Why Join Us

At Kerry, reward is more than compensation—it’s how we recognise, engage, and retain our people. You'll join a well‑established global team with strong frameworks in place and have the chance to shape initiatives that drive ownership, performance, and employee experience.

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world.

Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.