Reward Manager

Career Moves Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A global HR solutions provider is seeking a Reward Manager for their London office. This role involves leading the global reward strategy, overseeing payroll and benefits operations, and managing a small team. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in reward functions and global payroll operations, along with excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills. This position offers a competitive salary of £85k - £95k plus a 15% bonus, along with hybrid working for greater flexibility.

Benefits

Competitive salary with bonus

Hybrid working model

Supportive leadership

Opportunity for transformation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Reward, Compensation & Benefits.
• Experience leading a global payroll provider RFP or transformation project.
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the global Reward agenda including pay reviews and benchmarking.
• Manage a team of Compensation & Benefits Specialists and Payroll Specialist.
• Oversee payroll and benefits operations for accuracy and compliance.
• Shape reward strategy and improve existing processes.
• Use data to influence decisions.

Skills

Reward, Compensation & Benefits

Global payroll operations

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Cyclical reward processes

Workday

Tools

Workday

Job description

Reward Manager

London (Hybrid: 2 days/week in office)

Permanent, Full-Time

£85 – £95k + 15% bonus

Are you ready to take ownership of aglobal reward functionand lead a major transformation? We’re looking for aReward Managerto join our clients People Operations team and play a pivotal role in shaping how they attract, motivate, and retain talent across 4 regions!

This is a hands-on role with opportunity to make a real impact, perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment and loves building structure from complexity.

As this role will manage a team which manages Compensation, Benefits and Payroll activities, you will need a solid understanding of all elements of the function.

Whatyou’ll have the opportunity to do in this role:

• Lead the full Reward agenda globally– including pay reviews, benchmarking, bonus cycles, and benefits across 14 countries.
• Own a major Global Payroll RFP from start to finish– drive the process to select and implement a new global payroll provider, ensuring a smooth transformation.
• Oversee payroll and benefits operations– ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across multiple geographies.
• Manage & develop a small team– 2 Compensation & Benefits Specialists and 1 Payroll Specialist, uplifting their capabilities and making them the go-to experts.
• Bring clarity and prioritisation– assess current processes, identify gaps, and create a roadmap for improvement.
• Drive improvements– across benefits, reward cycles, Workday processes, and compliance.
• Shape reward strategy– work closely with the Head of Reward & Operations, who values collaboration and autonomy.
• Use data to influence decisions– reporting through Workday and finding creative ways to bring insights to life.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience inReward, Compensation & Benefits, with exposure toglobal payroll operations.
• Ideally have previous experienceleading a global payroll provider RFPor extensive exposure managing a reward/payroll transformation project.
• Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience managing cyclical reward processes (pay review, bonus cycles).
• Familiarity with systems likeWorkday(ideal, not essential).
• A proactive, hands-on approach—you’re comfortable rolling up your sleeves and making things happen.

Whats on offer?

• Salary up to£95k + 15% bonus
• Hybrid working:2 days in the London office
• Flexibility and trust – work with a highly supportive Head of Reward who empowers autonomy
• A chance toown transformationand make a lasting impact on a global scale

Ready to lead a global reward transformation?

Apply now or message me for more details!