At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead all reward and benefits activity, overseeing payroll and compliance.
- Company: Join a fast-paced automotive brand as a Reward Partner in a standalone role.
- Benefits: Enjoy the opportunity to influence senior decision-making and own the reward agenda.
- Other info: CIPD or relevant Reward qualification preferred.
- Why this job: Ideal for those wanting to shape reward strategies in a dynamic SME environment.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in a standalone reward role with advanced Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Reward Partner – Permanent, to take full ownership of the reward agenda within a dynamic, fast-growing automotive business. This is a standalone, end-to-end role, ideal for someone who thrives in an SME environment, combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You’ll partner closely with HR, Finance and senior leaders to shape and deliver a competitive, compliant and engaging reward and benefits offering.
The Role
- Acting as the organisation’s reward subject-matter expert, you will lead all aspects of reward, benefits and payroll oversight.
- This is a high-visibility role offering real ownership and the opportunity to influence senior decision-making, while remaining close to the detail.
Key Responsibilities
- Reward Benefits (c.60%)
- Lead all reward and benefits activity, advising leaders on market practice.
- Deliver the end-to-end annual salary review and bonus processes.
- Own benefits strategy, supplier management and renewals.
- Benchmark and enhance reward competitiveness.
- Manage brokers, providers and platforms.
- Deliver clear and engaging reward communications.
- Lead on international assignment arrangements (UK focus).
- Payroll Reporting (c.30%)
- Oversee monthly payroll with hands-on support where needed.
- Partner with Finance on payroll forecasting and budgeting.
- Produce reward analytics, benchmarking and reporting.
- Own HR dashboards and provide meaningful insight.
- HR Compliance (c.10%)
- Lead reward-related compliance, audits and risk activity.
- Ensure policies and processes meet legal and governance requirements.
About You
- Proven experience in a standalone or highly autonomous reward role, ideally within an SME or smaller organisation.
- Strong experience managing the end-to-end reward life cycle.
- Hands-on, commercially minded and comfortable balancing strategy with delivery.
- Highly numerate with advanced Excel skills (Power BI desirable).
- Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at senior level.
- Self-sufficient, proactive and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- CIPD or relevant Reward qualification preferred.
This role is ideal for a reward professional looking to own and shape the full reward agenda in a fast-moving business.
What you need to do now
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DATA Partner in Milton Keynes employer: Hays
This fast-growing automotive business offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Located in a vibrant area, the team values strategic thinking and hands-on delivery. Join a company where your expertise will directly impact senior leadership decisions.
