Reward Specialist

Reward Specialist
Milton Keynes – Hybrid
Permanent
Salary – Competitive
I am delighted to be partnering with a large car dealership to recruit a passionate and driven Reward Specialist to join their dynamic HR team.
This is a pivotal role working closely with the Head of Reward, where you will play a key part in delivering reward strategies that attract, motivate and retain top‑tier talent. You will ensure reward practices are competitive, fair and aligned to business objectives, helping employees feel valued and supported across the organisation.
The Role
As Reward Specialist, you will take ownership of a broad and impactful reward agenda, including
Leading the development and implementation of reward projects, programmes and policies
Conducting market benchmarking and salary reviews to ensure ongoing competitiveness
Designing and reviewing incentive schemes, bonus structures and long‑term reward programmes
Leading the annual pay review proces
Managing and reviewing UK employee benefits, including pensions, health insurance and wider benefits offerings
Ensuring compliance with UK legislation, reward regulations and corporate governance requirements
Acting as a subject matter expert, advising HR and senior stakeholders on all reward‑related matters
Leading reward communications and effectively engaging employees
Responding to reward‑related queries from employees and stakeholders
Collaborating closely with HR and the wider business to align reward strategy with overall business goals
Optimising the reward data hub and streamlining processes carried out by HR Analysts
Analysing reward data and producing detailed, insightful reports for leadership
About You
I am looking to speak with candidates who can demonstrate :
A Bachelor\’s degree in HR or a related discipline
CIPD qualification or equivalent hands‑on reward experience
Proven experience in a UK‑based reward role, ideally within a corporate or large‑scale environment
Strong experience in market benchmarking and job evaluation
Experience reviewing and managing incentive schemes
Solid experience managing UK employee benefits programmes
Up‑to‑date knowledge of UK employee benefits legislation and reward regulations
Good working knowledge of UK employment law
Strong analytical and numerical capability with excellent attention to detail
Confident communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
Experience using HRIS systems and the Microsoft Office suite
Credibility, authority and the confidence to lead within a specialist reward function
Excellent organisational and project management skills
If this sounds like the next opportunity in your career please apply here.
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