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Job Description:
Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world's leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in over 145 countries and regions, it has a proven track record of nurturing and developing innovations, combining the talents of its global network of leadership brands to develop impactful and integrated growth solutions for clients. Dentsu delivers end-to-end experience transformation (EX) by integrating its services across Media, CXM, and Creative, while its business transformation (BX) mindset pushes the boundaries of transformation and sustainable growth for brands, people, and society.
Purpose of the Role
Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we know that a great reward strategy is key to attracting, retaining, and motivating exceptional talent. We're looking for an ambitious, commercially minded Reward Manager to join our UK&I Reward team and play a pivotal role in shaping our reward agenda across Northern Europe.
In this role, you'll partner with senior business leaders and HR colleagues to provide expert reward advice, influence strategic decision-making, and ensure our reward programmes are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business goals. As a trusted advisor, you'll bring deep reward expertise, helping to drive best practice across compensation, benefits, policies, and governance while supporting a high-performing and inclusive workplace.
Skills & Experience
- Translate global and regional reward strategies into locally relevant programmes across UK&I.
- Review compensation recommendations and provide commercially balanced, data-led advice.
- Lead participation in compensation surveys and market benchmarking, using insights to inform salary structures, reward frameworks, and pay decisions.
- Own the UK&I Gender Pay Gap reporting programme and support broader pay equity and emerging pay transparency initiatives.
- Lead strategic benefits projects, partner with vendors, and resolve complex benefits matters to enhance the employee experience.
- Own and oversee the annual salary and bonus review cycles for the UK&I market.
- Act as the reward subject matter expert for executive incentive programmes, salary structures, job architecture, acquisitions, integrations, and organisational transformation.
- Manage complex reward projects from planning through to successful delivery, ensuring robust governance and compliance.
- Engage proactively with HR teams, business leaders, and senior executives to strengthen understanding and adoption of reward programmes.
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Qualifications & Skills
- Strong reward and/or benefits experience gained within a medium-to-large organisation, including managing complex projects and working with senior stakeholders.
- Demonstrated knowledge of compensation frameworks, salary surveys, market data, job evaluation methodologies, and reward governance.
- Commercially minded, with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities and the ability to turn data into clear recommendations.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the credibility to influence at all levels and create executive-level presentations.
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; experience with HR systems such as Workday and benefits platforms such as Darwin is advantageous.
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and delivery focused, with the integrity, judgement, and adaptability to manage ambiguity and competing priorities.
- You will bring a genuine interest in reward trends, market practices, and emerging legislation, alongside a commitment to creating fair, inclusive, and impactful reward solutions.
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What We Offer
This is a permanent role. The team is based in our London office and operates under hybrid working arrangements. As well as a competitive salary, you will enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs.
Inclusion & Diversity
At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.
We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.
We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@dentsu.com, quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.
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Location:
London
Brand:
Dentsu
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent
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