Senior Reward Manager

Oakleaf Partnership; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Reward and Benefits Manager to lead reward and benefits initiatives across the EMEA region. The successful candidate will develop competitive total reward strategies, collaborate with stakeholders, and manage compliance. Offering a competitive salary of £100,000 and the opportunity for flexible working, this role is ideal for an experienced professional looking to influence senior leadership.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to lead and mentor a team

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior reward and benefits role, ideally across multiple EMEA countries.
• Strong understanding of compensation principles, market practices, and local regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills, including advanced Excel capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and manage reward and benefits strategies across the EMEA region.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and alignment with the firm's global frameworks.
• Provide thought leadership and practical advice to HR teams and business leaders.

Skills

Senior reward and benefits experience

Compensation principles

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Job description

Location: UK-based / can be Fully Remote
Contract Type: Permanent
Reporting To: Global Head of Reward and Benefits (EMEA)

Salary: £100,000 + competitive benefits

The Firm

Our client is a leading international law firm renowned for its innovative approach, client service, and global reach. The firm operates across multiple regions, providing sophisticated legal services to a diverse client base, and places a strong emphasis on attracting, retaining, and developing top talent.

The Opportunity

The firm is seeking a Senior Reward and Benefits Manager to lead the development and delivery of reward and benefits initiatives across the EMEA region. This is a senior role offering strategic influence and operational responsibility across multiple EMEA countries.

The successful candidate will:

• Shape and implement competitive total reward strategies encompassing salary, bonus, benefits, and recognition.
• Collaborate with regional HR leads and business stakeholders to enhance employee engagement and retention.
• Lead the annual compensation cycle, including benchmarking, policy development, and compliance with local legislation.
• Manage relationships with benefits providers and optimise programme design.
• Lead and develop a small team of reward and benefits professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and manage reward and benefits strategies across the EMEA region.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and alignment with the firm's global frameworks.
• Provide thought leadership and practical advice to HR teams and business leaders.
• Oversee annual compensation and benefits cycles, including market analysis and budgeting.
• Support communication strategies to help employees understand and value their total reward package.
• Drive continuous improvement and harmonisation of reward policies and processes across regions.

Candidate Profile

• Significant experience in a senior reward and benefits role, ideally across multiple EMEA countries.
• Strong understanding of compensation principles, market practices, and local regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical skills, including advanced Excel capabilities and experience working with market data.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in a professional services or complex international environment is highly desirable.
• Demonstrates strategic thinking, operational capability, and a collaborative approach.
• French or Spanish speaking would be desirable but not essential

Why This Role is Attractive

• Flexible working: can fully remote. If in office would be 2 days per week.
• Influence total reward strategy across an international law firm.
• Work in a senior role with exposure to senior leadership and business stakeholders.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead, develop, and mentor a small, high-performing team.