Reward & Recognition Partner in Swindon

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).
• Be confident working with large data sets, comfortable using Excel to get what you need, and have a sharp eye for detail.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and be skilled at managing multiple priorities.
• Have strong communication skills, whether supporting frontline colleagues, advising leaders, or working with external partners.
• Be curious and proactive, always looking for ways to improve the colleague offer and experience.
• Be comfortable working independently and collaboratively.
• Be experienced in job evaluation, benchmarking, and benefits management.
• Be passionate about delivering a great service and making a difference.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Reward and Recognition Lead in delivering the organisation's reward strategy.
• Managing the annual reward cycle, conducting benchmarking, and providing data-driven insights to support decision-making across the business.
• Providing day-to-day support to the business on reward matters.
• Completing job evaluation and salary benchmarking processes, providing feedback and working with leaders on the outcomes.
• Managing external salary survey submissions and working with providers on their requirements.
• Overseeing reward queries and challenges, working with the wider People team as required to explain methodology, processes and outcomes.
• Developing and implementing reward initiatives, working closely with suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Managing the annual benefits selection window and development of the benefits management site.
• Providing data analysis across all areas of reward, using insight to inform decision making and scope future areas of development.
• Ensuring the effective communication of the Offer in respect of reward, ensuring content on internal platforms is current.
• Supporting the production of annual reporting associated with reward such as Gender Pay Gap and Equal Pay reporting.
• Working closely with external reward partners to ensure services/products provided are the best they could be for colleagues.
• Providing support in all aspects of the annual reward cycle and reward related projects as required.

This is a full-time role on a permanent basis. If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV quoting the reference number.

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