Total Rewards Analyst (18m FTC)

Yum! Brands; Woking; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Yum! Brands is seeking a Total Rewards Analyst to support compensation and benefits programs across the UK and ROI, operating within the Global Total Rewards COE.

You will blend analytics with execution, helping ensure pay practices remain competitive and compliant with evolving regulations, including pay transparency initiatives. You will work with HR Partners, Payroll, Finance and external partners to develop dashboards, run market benchmarking, maintain salary structures, and contribute to

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits, Total Rewards, HR analytics, or HR operations.
• Experience supporting UK strongly preferred.
• Exposure to compensation benchmarking and HR data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop compensation and benefits reporting and dashboards.
• Analyze rewards data to support decision-making and workforce insights.
• Support internal and external audits where required.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Data literacy

Advanced Excel

HR analytics

Data analysis

Communication

English fluent

Tools

Oracle

Workday

SAP

Job description

We are looking for a Total Rewards Analyst to support the delivery and continuous evolution of compensation and benefits programs, with a primary focus on the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland markets.

As part of the Global Total Rewards Center of Excellence (COE), this role combines operational execution, analytics, and project exposure. You will help ensure that compensation and benefits practices remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with evolving regulatory requirements- including EU Pay Transparency initiatives.

This position offers a strong development opportunity for a professional seeking to deepen expertise in Total Rewards within a global organization supporting our iconic brands - Yum!, KFC, and Taco Bell.

You will collaborate closely with HR Business Partners, Payroll, Finance, and external partners while contributing to country, regional and global transformation initiatives shaping the future of Total Rewards.

Compensation (Primary Focus - UK & Republic Of Ireland)

• Support execution of annual compensation cycles, including salary reviews, bonus administration, and incentive processes
• Prepare, validate, and analyze compensation datasets ensuring accuracy and governance
• Maintain salary structures, pay ranges, and job data within HR systems
• Participate in market benchmarking and salary survey submissions
• Contribute to job levelling and harmonization initiatives across markets
• Ensure compliance with local legislation and internal policies
• Support with roles leveling

Benefits

• Support administration, coordination and invoicing of benefits programs across UK and Ireland
• Assist with benefits cost analysis and reporting
• Monitor alignment with local market practices and regulatory requirements
• Primary contact for employee questions and conduct new joiner benefit inductions

Analytics & Insights

• Develop compensation and benefits reporting and dashboards
• Analyze rewards data to support decision-making and workforce insightsIdentify trends and provide data-driven recommendations
• Support internal and external audits where required

Projects & Transformation

• Contribute to Global Total Rewards transformation initiatives, including:
• Standardization of Total Rewards practices
• HRIS and data governance improvements
• Process harmonization
• Pay transparency readiness
• Support implementation of new tools, frameworks, and operating models within the COE

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with P&C, Payroll, and Finance, Global total rewards teams
• Provide first-level guidance on compensation and benefits topics
• Coordinate with external consultants and vendors

Qualification And Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits, Total Rewards, HR analytics, or HR operations
• Experience supporting UK strongly preferred
• Exposure to compensation benchmarking and HR data analysis
• Experience with HRIS systems (Oracle, Workday, SAP, or equivalent) is an advantage
• Knowledge of Darwin Mercer benefits platform, payroll exposure a plus.
• Exposure to hourly paid compensation preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical mindset and data literacy
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large datasets
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to balance operational execution with project work
• Collaborative and proactive approach
• Strong communication skills in an international environment
• High level of discretion with confidential information

Languages

• Fluent English required

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to a Global Total Rewards COE
• Hands-on experience with compensation and benefits frameworks and pay transparency regulations
• Participation in transformation and harmonization projects
• Work in a collaborative, multicultural environment supporting globally recognized brands

Join us and be a part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in Total Rewards.