Job type
PermanentLocation
Milton KeynesWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Reward And CompensationIndustry
AutomotivePay
£60,000- £65,000
Permanent Reward Partner, £60,000 - £65,000, Milton Keynes
Reward Partner (Standalone Role) – Permanent
Fast-Paced Automotive Brand
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Reward Partner – Permanent, to take full ownership of the reward agenda within a dynamic, fast-growing automotive business.
This is a standalone, end-to-end role, ideal for someone who thrives in an SME environment, combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You’ll partner closely with HR, Finance and senior leaders to shape and deliver a competitive, compliant and engaging reward and benefits offering.
The Role
Acting as the organisation’s reward subject-matter expert, you will lead all aspects of reward, benefits and payroll oversight. This is a high-visibility role offering real ownership and the opportunity to influence senior decision-making, while remaining close to the detail.
Key Responsibilities
Reward & Benefits (c.60%)
- Lead all reward and benefits activity, advising leaders on market practice.
- Deliver the end-to-end annual salary review and bonus processes
- Own benefits strategy, supplier management and renewals
- Benchmark and enhance reward competitiveness
- Manage brokers, providers and platforms
- Deliver clear and engaging reward communications
- Lead on international assignment arrangements (UK focus)
Payroll & Reporting (c.30%)
- Oversee monthly payroll with hands-on support where needed
- Partner with Finance on payroll forecasting and budgeting
- Produce reward analytics, benchmarking and reporting
- Own HR dashboards and provide meaningful insight
HR Compliance (c.10%)
- Lead reward-related compliance, audits and risk activity
- Ensure policies and processes meet legal and governance requirements
About You
- Proven experience in a standalone or highly autonomous reward role, ideally within an SME or smaller organisation
- Strong experience managing the end-to-end reward life cycle
- Hands-on, commercially minded and comfortable balancing strategy with delivery
- Highly numerate with advanced Excel skills (Power BI desirable)
- Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at senior level
- Self-sufficient, proactive and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- CIPD or relevant Reward qualification preferred
This role is ideal for a reward professional looking to own and shape the full reward agenda in a fast-moving business.
What you need to do now
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