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Job Title: Reward & Benefits Advisor
My client, a mid-tier specialist law firm, with an elite client base, is now looking to recruit a Reward & Benefits Advisor to join their wider HR team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced reward professional to take ownership of a broad reward remit within a highly respected professional services environment. Working closely with senior leadership and the People team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering a competitive reward and benefits offering that supports the attraction, retention, and engagement of exceptional talent.
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving reward initiatives across the business, providing expert guidance on compensation, benefits, payroll, and reward strategy, while ensuring all programs remain aligned with business objectives and market trends.
As Reward & Benefits Advisor, you will act as the firm's subject matter expert on all aspects of reward, partnering with stakeholders across the organization to deliver effective and commercially focused solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the development and execution of the firm's reward and benefits strategy.
- Managing annual salary and bonus review processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and effective delivery.
- Overseeing a range of employee benefits programs, including pensions, healthcare schemes, income protection, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Assisting with reward budgeting and planning activities, providing insight and recommendations where appropriate.
- Conducting salary benchmarking exercises and analyzing market data to ensure the organization remains competitive.
- Producing reward-related reports, dashboards, and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
- Managing the monthly payroll process in partnership with external providers, ensuring all submissions are accurate and compliant.
- Providing advice and guidance to managers and senior stakeholders on compensation, benefits, and reward-related matters.
- Supporting pay transparency, fairness, and wider diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
- Leading or contributing to reward projects, including job evaluations, salary structure reviews, and benefits enhancements.
- Working collaboratively with the wider HR team to ensure reward initiatives complement broader people strategies.
- Ensuring reward policies and practices remain compliant with current employment legislation and regulatory requirements.
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About You:
- Previous experience in a reward, compensation and benefits, or total rewards role.
- Experience within a law firm or professional services environment would be highly advantageous.
- Strong knowledge of salary benchmarking, reward frameworks, benefits administration, and bonus schemes.
- Payroll experience and an understanding of reward governance and compliance.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide meaningful recommendations.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to present information clearly to both HR and non-HR audiences.
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- A collaborative and solutions-focused approach.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- An understanding of reward-related employment legislation and best practice.
- Exposure to DE&I initiatives within a reward context would be beneficial.
- Degree educated or equivalent professional experience desirable.
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Why Apply:
- The opportunity to join a highly regarded specialist law firm with a prestigious client portfolio.
- A broad and varied reward position with genuine ownership and visibility.
- Close interaction with senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
- A collaborative and supportive People function.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Excellent career development prospects within a successful and growing organization.
This role would suit a proactive and commercially minded Reward & Benefits professional looking to make a tangible impact within a people-focused and ambitious firm.
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