Reward Specialist – Compensation

Company: Portfolio HR & Reward
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Location: London
Job Description:

Location: Remote Pay Rate: 275 – 325 per day Reporting to: Head of Reward

About the Role We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Reward Specialist for a key temporary assignment. This is a fantastic opportunity for a compensation expert to lead a high-profile project alongside essential “Business As Usual” reward activities within a global organisation.

Key Deliverables

  • Pay Structure Management: Oversight of pay bands and the development of clear pay policies and guidance documents.
  • Benchmarking: Lead comprehensive pay and benefit benchmarking, including participation in reward surveys to ensure internal and external market alignment.
  • Annual Cycles: Manage the end-to-end annual pay award process across various business areas.
  • Compensation Advisory: Level specific roles and recommend compensation levels based on data-driven insights.
  • Strategic Compliance: Monitor and analyse legislative or regulatory changes that impact compensation plans, providing pragmatic advice to the business.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong, credible relationships with leaders to coach and advise on Reward best practice.

Required Skillset & Experience

  • Reward Expertise: Substantial experience in a dedicated Reward and Compensation role, with a proven track record of managing complex reward structures.
  • International Exposure: Previous experience working across multiple countries and jurisdictions.
  • Data & Analytics: Advanced Excel skills with a high level of proficiency in modelling and data analysis to provide insightful recommendations.
  • Project Management: Proven experience in project management, with the ability to handle both strategic development and tactical implementation.
  • Communication: Strong ability to engage, influence, and build credible relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including senior leadership.
  • Organisation: High levels of prioritisation and multi-tasking skills with a focus on meeting strict deadlines.

Attributes

  • A solutions-focused and pragmatic approach to execution.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work remotely with minimal supervision.
  • Flexible and adaptable to shifting business needs.
  • A proactive approach to self-development and staying up to date with best practice and case law.

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The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Posted: April 1st, 2026