We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.
Will you join us and make life better for cats?
Responsibilities of our Reward Specialist:
providing advice and guidance in the field of employee reward, including pay, job evaluation and reward and recognition approaches
to influence, challenge and be credible with internal stakeholders at all seniority levels, including CEO and Trustees
supporting the Head of Reward & Talent Acquisition in developing reward strategies, including pay frameworks and wellbeing initiatives
ensuring the reward strategy remains current, affordable and reflects the needs and culture of Cats Protection
responsible for the accurate and considered cost modelling of the annual pay review process
Develop and maintain the Reward ‘roadmap’ and reward activity plan
Lead on job evaluation
responsible for all aspects of salary benchmarking and market
responsible for the analysis, preparation and delivery of the annual gender pay gap collation and submission
About the Reward & Talent Acquisition team:
we sit within the People & Culture directorate
our team is responsible for developing reward strategies, including pay frameworks and wellbeing initiatives, the development and improvement of an inspiring benefits, cost effective offering, working within regulatory, safeguarding and compliance frameworks and driving Cat Protection’s employer brand
we currently have a team of six working across reward and recruitment, consisting of Head of Reward & Talent Acquisition, Talent Acquisition Manager, three Talent Acquisition Partners and a Reward & Recruitment Officer. We have vacancies for a Reward Specialist and a Reward & Benefits Officer
this role will line manage the Reward & Benefits Officer
What we’re looking for in our Reward Specialist:
significant reward experience including the implementation of pay policy and frameworks
someone who can think strategically and roll-up their sleeves and get stuck in with the basics
experience of job evaluation (preferably Hay)
experience of creating an engaging benefits package
Excellent planning and organisational skills with proven ability to multi-task and work on own initiative,
experience of implementing pay reviews (and being a whizz with Excel)
someone who gets excited about employer branding and the impact reward has on attracting talent
a positive ‘can-do’ approach, and a creative mentality to achieve the best results
a passion for developing a high performing team and supporting the personal development of direct report
sound working knowledge of current relevant employment legislation
CIPD qualification or equivalent Reward experience
What we can offer you:
range of health benefits
26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
If successful, your recruitment journey will include:
Anonymised application form
Video screening
Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams along with a presentation
Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.
Please email recruitment@cats.org.uk if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey
We operate a bias-free application process in our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. To assess your application quickly, fairly and objectively, please fully complete the qualifications and work history sections of our online application form.
Redacted CVs may be accepted by exception.
We believe being an inclusive, diverse organisation - where we welcome diversity of thought, value individuals' experience and can reach and partner all areas of society - is crucial if we're to help more cats. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
There’s a place for everyone at Cats Protection and we encourage applications from talented people across all communities.
Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be subject to a criminal record check if required for the role.
