Programme HR Policy Reward Specialist

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

Job Location:

London - UK

Daily Salary: £ 358 - 358

Experience Required: 4-5years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Policy and Reward Specialist to lead a pivotal programme of work on pay and reward strategy within a large and evolving public sector organisation.

The role is focused on shaping a modern equitable and high-performing approach to reward performance management and benefits while also supporting the successful implementation of a new ERP system.

This is a strategic-level interim post that requires a mix of leadership innovation policy development and stakeholder engagement expertise.

It offers a chance to influence long-term transformation and bring meaningful impact across the organisation.

Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):

Provide strategic leadership on the organisations pay and reward agenda covering legacy schemes business-as-usual and future-focused reward projects.

Lead a review of pay structures market alignment performance-related pay recognition schemes and benefits packages.

Manage and motivate a small team to deliver high-impact outcomes on tight timelines.

Act as lead negotiator on pay matters with recognised Trade Unions.

Support the successful delivery and embedding of a new ERP system ensuring alignment with reward objectives.

Design and develop reward strategies that reflect best practice compliance and the organisations strategic direction.

Lead on job evaluation practices using the Korn Ferry Hay methodology while exploring alternatives to improve transparency and outcomes.

Deliver informed proposals through data-led research benchmarking and consultation.

Ensure compliance with employment law equality legislation and public sector reward frameworks.

Conduct equality impact assessments and provide insight reports.

Lead meaningful engagement with internal and external stakeholders including staff and unions to shape policies and foster a culture of transparency.

Represent the HR function at programme boards and project meetings.

Clearly communicate expectations progress and outcomes to stakeholders at all levels.

Encourage and facilitate feedback from employees to inform improvements and influence strategy.

Skills/Experience:

Substantial experience in leading pay reward and HR policy initiatives within a large and complex organisation preferably in the public or local government sector.

Demonstrable knowledge and application of job evaluation frameworks (particularly Korn Ferry Hay).

Experience in pay structure design market benchmarking and performance-related pay.

Proven ability to lead negotiations with Trade Unions and manage sensitive employment issues.

Strong understanding of employment law equality diversity and inclusion in the context of reward and benefits.

Track record of supporting or integrating HR workstreams into ERP system implementations.

Experience in team leadership coaching and cross-functional collaboration.

Excellent communication analytical and report-writing skills.

A self-starter with a proactive and solution-focused approach to challenges.

Commitment to anti-racism equality and inclusive practice in the workplace.

Additional Information:

Working pattern: Full-time 36 hours per week (Monday to Friday).

Required Skills:

Substantial experience in leading pay reward and HR policy initiatives within a large and complex organisation preferably in the public or local government sector. Demonstrable knowledge and application of job evaluation frameworks (particularly Korn Ferry Hay). Experience in pay structure design market benchmarking and performance-related pay. Proven ability to lead negotiations with Trade Unions and manage sensitive employment issues. Strong understanding of employment law equality diversity and inclusion in the context of reward and benefits. Track record of supporting or integrating HR workstreams into ERP system implementations. Experience in team leadership coaching and cross-functional collaboration. Excellent communication analytical and report-writing skills. A self-starter with a proactive and solution-focused approach to challenges. Commitment to anti-racism equality and inclusive practice in the workplace.

3 months contract with a Local Authority Job Summary: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Policy and Reward Specialist to lead a pivotal programme of work on pay and reward strategy within a large and evolving public sector organisation. The role is focused on shaping a modern e...