Reward Lead - Interim

Interim Reward Lead - 12 month FTC

Client Details

The client is a Public Sector organisation based in the West Midlands

Description

• Lead a Total Reward Project, covering pay, benefits, and a new portal.

• Provide technical support for costings, modelling, and business cases.

• Manage relationships and contracts with external consultants.

• Develop options, make recommendations, and influence key stakeholders.

• Write and present board papers to senior leadership.

• Work with teams to plan and implement changes effectively.

• Develop new policies as needed.

• Ensure the project is completed on time and within budget.

• Lead consultation and engagement with colleagues, People Partners, and senior leaders.

Profile

• Experience in reward, grading, and benefits implementation.

• Strong knowledge of compensation processes, including job evaluation, salary structures, pay reviews, and benefits programs.

• Experience in procurement and managing outsourced providers (ideally in the public sector).

• Proven ability to manage change, consultation, and stakeholder engagement.

• MCIPD/FCIPD or equivalent experience in reward, compensation, and benefits.

• Strong understanding of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, including equal pay and pay gaps.

• Ability to write and present complex information to senior leaders.

• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities.

• Confident in interpreting legislation and technical information.

Job Offer

• Competitive FTC salary
• Open to full time, or part time (3-4 days min)
• Pension 10%
• Life assurance, income protection, enhanced sick leave, staff discounts etc
• Hybrid working - 2 days minimum on site