Reward Partner

Job No. BBUK21080
Reward Partner - London
Enabling Functions
Human Resources
About the role
Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Reward Partner to join our growing team in London.As a Reward Partner you will be principally providing a robust and professional, proactive reward partnering service to the wider UK business, guiding stakeholders to thoughtful, well reasoned outcomes. You will provide holistic reward advice and support to the UK business including policy interpretation, compensation analysis, job grading exercises, total reward benchmarking and ensuring well-reasoned best practice.
What you'll be doing
Further develop the UK employee proposition from a reward perspective, using internal and external insights to inform recommendationsProvide experienced project leadership and expert advice across a broad range of UK reward activities and projectsSupport the development of reward strategy, policy and associated frameworksUndertake robust job evaluation and benchmarking, providing a holistic reward interface for line managers and HR Business PartnersPrepare professional, polished documentation and analysis for presentation to senior stakeholders, as requiredUse a range of job market data sources confidently, understanding how they inform the reward framework and wider reward strategyProduce data and analysis for stakeholders, the wider Reward Team and specific projects across all areas of rewardLead and manage the annual incentive and salary review processes, ensuring effective end-to-end deliveryCoordinate the implementation of Group- and UK-led benefits initiativesSupport systems development, including data input, testing and reporting within the compensation and benefits HR systemDevelop engaging reward-related employee communications that enhance understanding and engagement across the UK populationManage relationships with benefit suppliers to ensure effective service delivery and value for moneyRespond to reward and benefits queries as requiredBuild strong relationships with the HRSS administration team (payroll, benefits, project support), providing ongoing support and guidance to ensure they remain informed of the UK reward strategy and understand any operational implications.
Who we're looking for
The following qualities/experience are essential:Self-motivated and highly capable, with substantial experience in reward or as an HR generalist with a strong interest in rewardConfident working at both a detailed and strategic level, with the ability to translate analysis into broader business insightsExcellent communication, collaboration and influencing skills, including experience of drafting clear and effective decision-making papersProven experience of managing projects using recognised project methodologies, improving processes and driving operational efficiencyStrong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusionsProficiency in using HR information systemsAbility to operate effectively in a complex, fast-paced, challenging and sensitive environmentExcellent IT skills, including advanced Excel capability, with experience of collating and coordinating management information and producing accurate reportsAbility to build credible relationships at all levels of seniority and act as an effective point of contact for internal and external stakeholdersProven compensation and benefits experience within a commercial organisation, including salary surveys, salary reviews, bonus arrangements and benefits managementCIPD membership is desirable but not essential
Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.Why join us?As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leavePension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…
About us
Balfour Beatty Group Enabling Functions are Legal, Finance, IT and Procurement, Communications, Health Safety and Environment, HR and Sustainability. Together, they support delivery of our Build to Last strategy whilst improving efficiencies and standardising our approach, systems and processes.Diversity and inclusionAt Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at:  moreShow less