Senior Reward Partner

Maximum ManagementFrazer Jones USA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global corporation is seeking a Senior Reward Partner to lead and execute reward strategies across several divisions. This high-impact role requires strategic and hands-on leadership to enhance performance and engagement. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in similar roles, a strong background in implementing reward initiatives, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £75,000 - £100,000 plus a 15% bonus, with a hybrid working model requiring some travel to Oxford.

Qualifications

• Experience in a reward partner or equivalent role within a global organisation.
• Strong background in delivering reward initiatives across multiple regions.
• Ability to interpret complex financial metrics for incentive design.

Responsibilities

• Act as the divisional reward lead, advising senior leaders and HR partners on all aspects of reward.
• Lead annual reward cycles including pay reviews, bonus schemes, and compensation planning.
• Act as the main point of contact for divisional reward matters, liaising with HR, finance, and legal teams.

Skills

Reward strategy development

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Strategic leadership

Job description

Senior Reward Partner – Global FTSE Organisation

Location: Oxford or London (weekly travel would be required to Oxford – Hybrid working)

£75,000 – £100,000 + 15% Bonus

Permanent

We are representing a prestigious FTSE‑listed company seeking a Senior Reward Partner to take ownership of reward strategy and delivery across multiple divisions. This is a high‑impact role where you’ll combine strategic leadership with hands‑on execution, working closely with senior stakeholders to shape reward frameworks that drive performance and engagement.

What You’ll Be Doing

Strategic Leadership

• Act as the divisional reward lead, advising senior leaders and HR partners on all aspects of reward.
• Ensure divisional priorities are represented in group‑wide reward planning.
• Embed group reward principles into divisional processes, promoting fairness and consistency.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to influence workforce planning, organisational design, and talent initiatives.

Reward Operations

• Lead annual reward cycles including pay reviews, bonus schemes, and compensation planning.
• Monitor divisional budgets and provide regular updates to senior leadership.
• Oversee incentive plan design and management, from target setting through to performance tracking.
• Deliver benchmarking, salary range development, pay reviews, and reporting (including Gender Pay Gap).
• Support senior hires and exits with reward‑related processes such as buyouts, settlements, and redundancy calculations.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the main point of contact for divisional reward matters, liaising with HR, finance, and legal teams.
• Provide guidance during M&A activity, including harmonisation of reward structures.
• Collaborate with central reward teams to implement initiatives such as job levelling frameworks and progression models.
• Lead data validation and support system implementation projects.

Market Insight & Innovation

• Track external reward trends and regulatory changes to ensure competitiveness and compliance.
• Analyse internal and external data to provide evidence‑based recommendations.
• Contribute to the evolution of reward frameworks and policies, ensuring they meet divisional needs.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a reward partner or equivalent role within a global organisation.
• Strong background in delivering reward initiatives across multiple regions.
• Ability to interpret complex financial metrics for incentive design.
• Skilled at building trust with senior stakeholders and influencing at all levels.

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