Benefits & Reward Manager

This Benefits & Reward Manager is responsible for shaping and delivering a global benefits strategy, harmonising programmes across multiple countries while managing third-party suppliers and benchmarking. The role requires strong analytical skills, stakeholder influence, and end-to-end delivery experience, with a focus on international benefits and reward.

Client Details

Large, internationally operating professional services organisation undergoing a transformation of its global People function. They are focused on delivering a consistent, competitive, and future-focused benefits and reward strategy while maintaining local and cultural nuances.

Description

• Shape and deliver a global benefits strategy aligned to business objectives and EVP.
• Lead international benefits benchmarking, renewals, and supplier negotiations.
• Drive harmonisation of benefits across multiple countries while respecting local nuances.
• Manage third-party providers and external market relationships.
• Support reward cycles and broader reward projects as required.
• Produce high-quality data, analysis, and insight to inform decision-making.

Profile

A successful Benefits & Reward Manager should have:

• Specialist expertise in Benefits and Reward, including international exposure.
• Proven end-to-end delivery of benefits projects and reward initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to produce actionable insights.
• Credibility and confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing third-party vendors and benchmarking against external markets.
• Resilience and commercial acumen in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Forward-thinking approach, including awareness of trends, technology, and innovation in reward.

Job Offer

• Salary: Up to £70,000
• Hybrid working: 1-2 days per week in the Manchester office (flexible for Leeds or Birmingham-based candidates)
• High-impact role: Influence and shape global benefits and reward strategy
• Visibility: Work closely with senior stakeholders across multiple countries

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Benefits & Reward Manager to make a significant impact in a supportive and professional environment. Apply now to take the next step in your career!