Performance and Reward Lead

The Performance and Reward team at Nine is growing and this is an opportunity to be part of a team thats building from the ground up. We are the strategic enablers of our high-performance culture. Our primary focus is to design and implement fair transparent and competitive total reward frameworksfrom salary and incentives to comprehensive benefitsthat are fully aligned with business strategy. Join us to leverage market data drive pay equity and establish clear job architecture and career pathways that define the employee value proposition and drive engagement.

Day to day you will:

• Remuneration Program Management: Support the design governance and administration of all remuneration programs including fixed pay Short-Term Incentives (STIs) and benefits ensuring robust governance and data-driven decision-making throughout the annual cycle.

• Market Competitiveness & Pay Equity: Drive proactive market analysis and benchmarking to ensure competitive and equitable compensation. Actively contribute to the pay equity analysis process providing strategic insights to senior leaders and the People and Remuneration Committee.

• Policy & Process Ownership: Assist in the development and continuous improvement of reward policies and guidelines ensuring all practices maintain full compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory obligations.

• Strategic Collaboration & Reporting: Act as a subject matter expert collaborating closely with Finance Legal and People functions. Prepare and present data and analysis to support the Remuneration Committees reporting requirements and strategic decisions.

• Data & Systems Leverage: Utilise internal systems (e.g. Workday) and external data to deliver robust analytics and actionable insights ensuring transparent and compliant reward practices are supported by solid data.

Qualifications :

What youll bring:

• Proven experience as a Remuneration / Reward Specialist or in a similar role within a complex organisation with a strong understanding of remuneration principles market benchmarking methodologies and benefits administration. 

• Knowledge of corporate governance requirements and relevant Australian workplace compliance related to remuneration. 

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present clear and actionable insights whilst identifying opportunities to streamline processes and drive efficiencies.

• The ability to partner effectively with stakeholders to support educate and collaborate on the best strategies that support their attraction and retention needs. 

• Confident communication skills with a natural curiosity and the drive to challenge others when needed ensuring the best outcome for our business. 

• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with integrity and discretion.

Additional Information :

How we work

At Nine our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position this may include flexible hours hybrid work or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team. 

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers.
• Access to Employee Exclusives program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands offering unique experiences behind-the-scenes access and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.
• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription.

More info at Nine Careers.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Were committed to a safe respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one youll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disabilities and of all ages genders nationalities backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.

Closing date; COB Monday Oct 13

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time