HR Data & Reward Manager
5 days ago
A leading organisation is on the lookout for an enthusiastic HR Data and Reward Manager to join their vibrant team in Bedfordshire! This is your chance to be at the forefront of shaping workforce analytics, reward strategy, and HR technology in a purpose-driven environment. As the HR Data and Reward Manager, you'll be a key player in driving digital transformation, optimising HR systems, and delivering data-powered recommendations that truly influence business decisions. What you'll do: As an HR Data and Reward Manager, you'll be right at the heart of transforming how people data powers strategic decision-making. Your days will be filled with inspiring your dedicated team as they deliver high-quality workforce analytics, manage comprehensive reward programmes, and keep HR systems running smoothly. You'll work closely with senior leadership teams across People Operations and Employee Experience functions-providing insightful recommendations that shape pay models, benefits administration, and overall employee experience. Mentor and motivate a small team of HR specialists, nurturing professional development and encouraging cross-functional teamwork so everyone achieves shared success. Oversee every aspect of reward management including maintaining job architecture, updating pay ranges, and leading annual pay review processes from creative modelling through smooth implementation. Design, develop, and deliver regular workforce analytics and reward reports using advanced data analysis techniques such as scenario modelling and statistical analysis to drive real impact. Safeguard the accuracy, integrity, privacy, and security of all HR data by ensuring robust system configurations and access controls within platforms are maintained. Lead the preparation of remuneration reports for annual accounts, expertly collating evidence for audits while ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements. Be a trusted advisor on HR data insights and reward matters for senior stakeholders by translating complex information into clear, actionable recommendations. Manage benefits contracts and provision while thoughtfully addressing employment implications arising from changes in terms or benefit offerings. Drive ongoing digital transformation of HR service delivery by optimising system integrations between HR, payroll, engagement tools, IT, and Finance departments for seamless operations. Respond quickly to ad hoc benchmarking requests from the business by preparing detailed compensation analyses and engaging presentations that inform decision-making. What you bring: To thrive as an HR Data and Reward Manager here, you'll bring hands-on experience in people analytics paired with deep knowledge of reward management principles. Your ability to nurture teams ensures you can foster talent while promoting collaboration across functions. You're skilled at using advanced Excel features for financial modelling as well as leveraging modern analytics tools like Power BI for impactful reporting. Demonstrated experience managing or mentoring teams within an HR or people analytics environment where collaboration is highly valued. Advanced proficiency in Excel for financial modelling alongside strong data literacy skills essential for interpreting complex datasets. Proven track record utilising data visualisation tools (such as Power BI) as well as resource planning systems to inform strategic decisions (Power BI experience desirable). Extensive background in configuring or optimising HR systems Ability to design workforce models that inform pay strategies while providing technical advice on compensation structures to senior colleagues. Experience preparing remuneration reports for annual accounts including supporting audit processes with accurate evidence collation. Strong interpersonal skills enabling you to build positive relationships with stakeholders Capacity for strategic thinking with a focus on identifying opportunities for automation or process improvement within people operations. Excellent communication skills allowing you to translate analytical requirements into actionable insights tailored for diverse audiences. Commitment to upholding data privacy standards while ensuring secure configuration of system access roles across all platforms. What's next: If you're excited about using your expertise in HR data insights and reward management to make a genuine difference -this is your moment! Apply today by clicking on the link provided-your next rewarding career move awaits. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates TPBN1_UKTJ