Reward Specialist - Compensation
CV-LibraryLondontemporaryPosted: 1 April 2026
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Pay Rate: £275 - £325 per day
Reporting to: Head of Reward
About the Role
We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Reward Specialist for a key temporary assignment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a compensation expert to lead a high-profile project alongside essential "Business As Usual" reward activities within a global organisation.
Key Deliverables
Pay Structure Management: Oversight of pay bands and the development of clear pay policies and guidance documents.
Benchmarking: Lead comprehensive pay and benefit benchmarking, including participation in reward surveys to ensure internal and external market alignment.
Annual Cycles: Manage the end-to-end annual pay award process across various business areas.
Compensation Advisory: Level specific roles and recommend compensation levels based on data-driven insights.
Strategic Compliance: Monitor and analyse legislative or regulatory changes that impact compensation plans, providing pragmatic advice to the business.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong, credible relationships with leaders to coach and advise on Reward best practice.Required Skillset & Experience
Reward Expertise: Substantial experience in a dedicated Reward and Compensation role, with a proven track record of managing complex reward structures.
International Exposure: Previous experience working across multiple countries and jurisdictions.
Data & Analytics: Advanced Excel skills with a high level of proficiency in modelling and data analysis to provide insightful recommendations.
Project Management: Proven experience in project management, with the ability to handle both strategic development and tactical implementation.
Communication: Strong ability to engage, influence, and build credible relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.
Organisation: High levels of prioritisation and multi-tasking skills with a focus on meeting strict deadlines.Attributes
A solutions-focused and pragmatic approach to execution.
Self-motivated with the ability to work remotely with minimal supervision.
Flexible and adaptable to shifting business needs.
A proactive approach to self-development and staying up to date with best practice and case law.
51361BR
INDHRR
The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position
Pay Rate: £275 - £325 per day
Reporting to: Head of Reward
About the Role
We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Reward Specialist for a key temporary assignment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a compensation expert to lead a high-profile project alongside essential "Business As Usual" reward activities within a global organisation.
Key Deliverables
Pay Structure Management: Oversight of pay bands and the development of clear pay policies and guidance documents.
Benchmarking: Lead comprehensive pay and benefit benchmarking, including participation in reward surveys to ensure internal and external market alignment.
Annual Cycles: Manage the end-to-end annual pay award process across various business areas.
Compensation Advisory: Level specific roles and recommend compensation levels based on data-driven insights.
Strategic Compliance: Monitor and analyse legislative or regulatory changes that impact compensation plans, providing pragmatic advice to the business.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong, credible relationships with leaders to coach and advise on Reward best practice.Required Skillset & Experience
Reward Expertise: Substantial experience in a dedicated Reward and Compensation role, with a proven track record of managing complex reward structures.
International Exposure: Previous experience working across multiple countries and jurisdictions.
Data & Analytics: Advanced Excel skills with a high level of proficiency in modelling and data analysis to provide insightful recommendations.
Project Management: Proven experience in project management, with the ability to handle both strategic development and tactical implementation.
Communication: Strong ability to engage, influence, and build credible relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.
Organisation: High levels of prioritisation and multi-tasking skills with a focus on meeting strict deadlines.Attributes
A solutions-focused and pragmatic approach to execution.
Self-motivated with the ability to work remotely with minimal supervision.
Flexible and adaptable to shifting business needs.
A proactive approach to self-development and staying up to date with best practice and case law.
51361BR
INDHRR
The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position