Reward Specialist

Cognita Asia Holdings Pte Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Reward Specialist to enhance their compensation and benefits strategy across Europe and the USA. This full-time temporary role involves implementing key initiatives like the EU Pay Directive, conducting job evaluations, and managing benefit renewals. The ideal candidate will be analytical, organized, and adept at translating complex data into actionable insights. Join a diverse team committed to fairness and continuous improvement, and play a crucial role in aligning reward practices with strategic goals and employee value propositions. This is a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment while making a significant impact.

Benefits

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, benefits, and project delivery across multiple countries.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the EU Pay Directive and conduct job evaluations.
• Provide data-driven insights and manage benefit renewals.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Compensation and Benefits

Job Evaluation

Benchmarking

Communication Skills

Education

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 collectively, we aim 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. In this role, you will support the Senior Reward Manager in delivering key reward initiatives across Europe and the USA. Your responsibilities will include leading the implementation of 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 mindset, 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.

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 our Applicant Tracking System. The closing date for applications is Sunday, 18th May 2025.

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

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion. With over 94 nationalities represented, our strength lies in our diversity, which drives our success and creates a place where everyone can thrive.