Reward Specialist

Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly motivated Reward Specialist to join their team. In this dynamic role, you will support key reward initiatives across Europe and the USA, ensuring compliance with legislation and driving continuous improvement in reward strategy. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on fairness and integrity, where your analytical skills and strategic insights will have a significant impact. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are passionate about creating effective reward structures, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience

Aviva Pension

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

MyStaffShop Discounts

Private Medical Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Experience in compensation and benefits across multiple countries.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into insights.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Reward Manager in key reward initiatives.
• Implement EU Pay Directive and conduct job evaluations.

Skills

Compensation Analysis

Benefits Management

Job Evaluation

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Project Delivery

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

About Cognita
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 17 countries across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, serving more than 85,000 students. Each school is unique, but our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can Thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Reward Specialist to join our team. As a Reward Specialist, you will support the Senior Reward Manager in delivering key reward initiatives across Europe and the USA. Your responsibilities will include implementing the EU Pay Directive, conducting job evaluations, benchmarking, creating pay structures, providing data-driven insights, managing benefit renewals, and leading gender pay gap reporting. You will play a crucial role in aligning reward practices with Cognita’s strategic goals, employee value proposition, and ESG commitments, while ensuring compliance with legislation and driving continuous improvement in reward strategy and communication.

Who we are looking for:
You are a highly analytical and organized reward professional with experience in compensation, benefits, and project delivery across multiple countries. You excel at translating complex data into actionable insights and confidently advise senior stakeholders. With excellent communication skills and a solutions-focused approach, you adapt quickly to change and manage multiple priorities. You possess a deep understanding of job evaluation, benchmarking, and legislative developments such as the EU Pay Directive. Your commitment to fairness, integrity, and continuous improvement makes you a trusted partner in delivering impactful reward outcomes. If you are proactive, strategic, thrive in dynamic environments, and stay updated with industry trends, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: This is a full-time temporary FTC position until August 2026.

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Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience
• Aviva Pension
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• MyStaffShop Discounts
• Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Professional Development

How to Apply
Please submit a completed Cognita application form via the Cognita Applicant Tracking System.

Closing Date: Sunday, 18th May 2025.

At Cognita Schools, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff, volunteers, and third parties are expected to share this commitment. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted before any appointment is confirmed.

At Cognita, diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our values. With over 94 nationalities represented, we celebrate our diversity as a strength that drives our success and creates an environment where everyone can thrive.