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We are currently recruiting for a Reward Advisor vacancy in our People team. Based from our Customer Service Centre in Walsall, the role offers flexibility for hybrid working. Reporting to the Reward Manager, the Reward Advisor will support the implementation of the reward strategy and ensure the delivery of reward processes across Poundland & Dealz. The Reward Advisor will provide specialist reward advice and guidance, the role is responsible for the ownership, delivery and continued development of employee benefits, pensions and recognition programmes. Additionally, the Reward Advisor will analyse and interrupt data, and produce clear and engaging reward communications.
Job Responsibility:
Take ownership and responsibility for the end-to-end delivery, governance and continuous improvement of pensions, benefits and recognition programmes across the UK and Ireland
Manage the Reward inbox, providing timely, accurate and insight-led responses to queries relating to pay, benefits, pensions and recognition, including interpretation of policy and guidance
Administer employee benefits and recognition platforms, ensuring optimal system utilisation, data integrity and user experience working closely with external providers
Coordinate and deliver day-to-day, monthly and annual reward processes, ensuring accurate enrolment, amendments and awards
Provide specialist and subject matter knowledge for reward related projects and process improvements, including system enhancements or benefits changes
Produce, analyse and interpret benefits and recognition data to generate insightful recommendations and identify trends to enhance reward effectiveness
Conduct regular audits to maintain data integrity, compliance and risk mitigation to support and strengthen reward governance frameworks
Prepare clear and insightful data analysis on pensions, benefits and recognition for reporting and presentations
Lead the end-to-end P11D process using specialist knowledge, ensuring compliance, accuracy and effective stakeholder communication
Undertake role grading and benchmarking aligned to WTW Global Grading methodology and internal frameworks
Lead and deliver reward communication activity, ensuring clear, engaging and impactful messaging
Contribute to the ongoing review and enhancement of the reward offer aligned to colleague needs and business priorities
Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems and colleague experience within reward operations
Requirements:
Previous experience within a Reward Advisor or Benefits Advisor role from within a large organisation
Strong knowledge of UK and Ireland reward practices focused on benefits, pensions and recognition
Working knowledge of reward governance, compliance and market trends
Knowledge of supporting or leading reward or benefits communication campaigns
Knowledge of WTW Global Grading methodology (preferred)
Knowledge of P11D processes and PAYE Settlement Agreements (desirable)
Strong administrative and organisational skills
able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong communication skills including influencing stakeholders
Commercial awareness, able to balance cost and value
Self-starter, taking the initiative to complete tasks
Intermediate to advanced skill level of MS Office particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Nice to have:
Knowledge of WTW Global Grading methodology
Knowledge of P11D processes and PAYE Settlement Agreements
Retail sector experience
What we offer:
Professional development
Bonus potential
Free on-site parking
Onsite coffee lounge
Exclusive store discounts (10% on most in-store purchases)
Family-friendly benefits
My Staff Shop exclusive discounts
Life assurance cover
Health & wellbeing programme
Generous holiday allowance (starting with leave entitlement that increases by one day each year up to 33 days, option to buy additional holiday annually, birthday day off)