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Reward - Benefits Project Lead
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Reward - Benefits Project Lead
Benefits Project Lead – Dunstable (Hybrid)
Location: Dunstable (LU5 5XE), hybrid working (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
Function: People (Reward)
Salary: £41,000 – £50,000 per annum (pro rata dependent on experience) + up to 10% matched pension + benefits
Contract Type: Fixed-term until 27th November 2026
Help Shape the Future of Employee Benefits at Whitbread
At Whitbread, we’re transforming how we support our people. We’re seeking a highly organised and delivery-focused Benefits Project Lead to lead the rollout of a new employee benefits platform, offering a seamless, engaging experience for over 30,000 team members across our Support Centre and operational teams.
As part of our Reward team, you’ll collaborate with IT, Internal Communications, and HR to deliver the platform while ensuring our day-to-day benefits – from healthcare to recognition schemes – create real value for employees.
Your Key Responsibilities
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- Lead the implementation and launch of Whitbread’s new Reward Gateway benefits platform
- Manage project plans, stakeholder engagement, and supplier relationships for a seamless rollout
- Design engaging communications and campaigns to drive adoption and student engagement
- Support the operational delivery of benefits, including:
- Health-related schemes
- Financial wellbeing
- Employee discounts
- Recognition programmes
- Oversee leaver arrangements under contractual policies
- Analyse data and feedback to identify improvements and deepen employee engagement
- Act as a point of escalation for benefits-related queries from colleagues, managers, and HR
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from all backgrounds, prioritising project delivery skills, stakeholder influence, and process improvement over prior HR or Reward experience.
You’ll excel if you:
- Communicate clearly and confidently with diverse stakeholders
- Understand benefits’ role in driving employee engagement
- Have a proven track record of delivery
- Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Balance operational execution with strategy
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Why Join Whitbread?
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Inclusive & progressive employer:
- Top Employer for 14 years (Great Place to Work, Top Apprenticeship Employer)
- Ranked #10 in the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index
- Top 25 Exemplary Employer in the Investing in Ethnicity Parliamentary Matrix
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Commitment to diversity: Women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQIA+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. We offer workplace adjustments, flexible working, and support tailored to individual needs.
Whitbread is committed to shaping the future of Premier Inn’s guest experience, while ensuring our people thrive.
Job Reference: 185635-4492 Advert Opening: 02 Jul 2026 Close: 17 Jul 2026
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