Reward Data Analyst

Company: Hays
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About the role

We’re seeking a Reward Data Analyst for our client who act as specialist interface supporting Reward and HRIS teams with accurate preparation of key reward and job architecture data; data migration and processes testing, ensuring the successful build of reward and job architecture aspects of the new client HCM system.

Roles and Responsibilities:

To be successful in the role, the role holder will be expected to:

Reward data migration and testing

  • Lead on the delivery of timely and accurate reward-specific data preparation and testing activities within the HCM build, test and launch phases
  • Act as a reward subject matter expert in areas of compensation and job architecture for the HRIS team.

Data & Job Architecture Governance

  • Lead job title cleansing cycles, validating changes and meeting data migration timelines
  • Support job family and job level mapping into the HCM system
  • Support pay range mapping and validation into the HCM system
  • Ensure reward data integrity, consistency, and audit-readiness
  • Requirements & Documentation
  • Support Reward Global Process Owners with gathering, document and reviewing system related requirements that relate to the job architecture, compensation module and any related topics
  • Support the drafting, updating, and maintenance of reward policies, guidance and FAQs that require change resulting from the new system implementation,

Testing & Assurance

  • Execute testing of reward frameworks and processes configuration in the HCM system
  • Identify defects, risks, and dependency issues and partner with HRIS team and external consultancy to resolve them

Change, Engagement & Communication

  • Act as the reward change champion, supporting stakeholder understanding and adoption of new reward processes in the systems
  • Partner with HR, HRIS, and business stakeholders to explain reward impacts of system changes
  • Contribute to training content, documentation, communications and implementation readiness activities.

Skills

  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate clearly
  • Strong data management and governance skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high‑quality outputs under tight timelines
  • Follow through decisions whilst maintaining accuracy and quality of output
  • Ability to communicate technical details to non-technical stakeholders
  • A proactive, curious approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement
  • Capable in handling highly sensitive and confidential information
  • Understanding of reward governance, data standards and compliance considerations
  • Ability to work with large data sets and identify discrepancies and trends.

Qualifications / experience

  • Proven experience in an HR Reward Analyst or Reward-focused HRIS role
  • Experience supporting HRIS testing cycles and system launches
  • Advanced skills in Excel essential, Power BI desirable
  • Excellent numeracy and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Knowledge of reward practices and policies
  • Background in a large, complex, or globally matrixed organisation

What’s in it for you? –

Our client loves to reward their people for doing a great job.

  • This is 6 months contract.(with potential for extension)
  • A daily rate, in-scope IR35, either through PAYE OR via a Hays Approved Umbrella Company.
  • This role provides a hybrid working(3 days a week) access in Waterside, London

Next Steps

Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly recruitment consultants will give you a call and talk you through the screening process.

If your application is successful, you’ll be involved in a live virtual interview with one of our client’s hiring managers to get to know you better.

We look forward to speaking to you!

Posted: April 28th, 2026