Manager Remuneration and Benefits

We have an exciting long-term opportunity for a Remuneration & Benefits Manager to join Downers Chief People Office on a 2-year maximum term contract.

This role plays a key part in delivering and evolving Downers remuneration and benefits framework across the business. You will lead critical remuneration cycles including the annual remuneration review and incentive programs provide input to executive remuneration deliverables while also supporting the design and management of employee benefits.

Reporting to the General Manager Remuneration this role will have strong exposure to senior leaders Finance Payroll and People & Culture teams across the business. You will support in developing remuneration and benefits practices that are consistent competitive and aligned with Downers governance standards and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of the annual remuneration review including planning system configuration communications and reporting
• Manage Short-Term and Long-Term Incentive programs including participant management calculations and payment processes
• Support executive remuneration activities including contributions to remuneration reporting and governance requirements
• Oversee and support the administration and continuous improvement of employee benefits programs
• Partner with stakeholders across People & Culture Finance Payroll and business units to deliver accurate and timely remuneration outcomes
• Provide remuneration and benefits insights through data analysis benchmarking and market trends to inform decision-making
• Maintain relationships with external remuneration advisors benefits providers and survey vendors
• Support the development and continuous improvement of remuneration and benefits frameworks policies and processes
• Ensure compliance with governance regulatory and reporting obligations

What You Will Bring

• Proven experience in a remuneration and/or benefits-focused role ideally within a complex ASX-listed environment
• Strong understanding of remuneration frameworks incentive design and employee benefits programs
• Experience managing large-scale remuneration cycles such as annual reviews and incentive programs
• Advanced analytical skills including strong Excel capability and ability to interpret complex data
• Ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders across business and corporate functions
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and process excellence
• Excellent written and communication skills including experience contributing to executive or board-level reporting
• Tertiary qualification in Human Resources Business or a related discipline

Benefits Of Working with Downer

• Work with an ASX listed company working with market leaders.

• Grow your career with us we are passionate about giving out people opportunities to grow through personal and professional development and continuous learning:

  • Professional development programs
    • Access to professional memberships and industry networks
• Be part of a team that cares we foster a work environment built on support that is flexible around our employees wellbeing needs:
  • Flexible work arrangements
    • Parental leave
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Programs promoting diversity and inclusion
• A range of Corporate Benefits including:
  • Discounted services (car hires hotels insurance retail stores gyms)

Why Downer

As a trusted name in infrastructure transport facilities management and construction Downer is committed to delivering projects that create a lasting positive legacy. Were committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages genders sexual orientations cultures abilities and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry including women Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Māori and Pasifika Peoples veterans people with disability and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesnt align perfectly with this role wed still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit apply - potential counts and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer we support flexibility that works for your life inclusive leadership that values your voice and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.