Reward & Recognition Partner in Devizes

Reward & Recognition Partner needed, £42,184 per annum – Reference: 5299210

Suitable candidates will be based in or close by our operating region which includes Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Dorset, Devon, Cornwall and London

Suitable candidates will ideally –

• Bring experience from a reward-focused or generalist HR role, ideally with a CIPD Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience). They will be confident working with large data sets, comfortable using Excel to get what you need, and have a sharp eye for detail.
• They will thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and be skilled at managing multiple priorities. Their communication skills will shine—whether supporting frontline colleagues, advising leaders, or working with external partners.
• Curious and proactive, always looking for ways to improve the colleague offer and experience.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Experienced in job evaluation, benchmarking, and benefits management.
• Passionate about delivering a great service and making a difference.

Support the Reward and Recognition Lead in delivering the organisation’s reward strategy. This includes playing a pivotal role in managing the annual reward cycle, conducting benchmarking, and providing data-driven insights to support decision-making across the business and providing day to day support to the business on reward matters.

• Complete job evaluation and salary benchmarking processes, providing feedback and working with leaders on the outcomes
• Manage external salary survey submissions and work with providers on their requirements
• Oversee reward queries and challenges, working with the wider People team as required to explain methodology, processes and outcomes
• Develop and implement reward initiatives, working closely with suppliers and key stakeholders
• Manage the annual benefits selection window and development of the benefits management site
• Provide data analysis across all areas of reward, using insight to inform decision making and scope future areas of development
• Ensure the effective communication of the Offer in respect of reward, ensuring content on internal platforms is current
• Support the production of annual reporting associated with reward such as Gender Pay Gap and Equal Pay reporting
• Work closely with external reward partners to ensure services/products provided are the best they could be for colleagues
• Provide support in all aspects of the annual reward cycle and reward related projects as required

This is a full time role on a permanentbasis.

Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.