Reward Specialist

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

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a highly motivated Reward Specialist to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role involves leading the implementation of key reward initiatives across Europe and the USA, ensuring compliance with legislation while aligning reward practices with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fairness and continuous improvement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering impactful reward outcomes, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

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.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the EU Pay Directive and job evaluation.
• Provide data-driven insights for reward decisions and manage benefits.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Compensation Management

Benefits Administration

Project Delivery

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

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—Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East—serving over 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 include leading the implementation of the EU Pay Directive, including job evaluation, benchmarking, and creating pay structures. You will provide data-driven insights to inform reward decisions, manage benefit renewals, and lead gender pay gap reporting. Your role will be crucial 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 an 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’d 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. We conduct pre-employment background checks before any appointment. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and our strength lies in our diverse community of over 94 nationalities, where everyone can thrive.