Global Reward Partner

Global Reward Partner Overview

The Economist Group is seeking a Global Reward Partner to enhance and manage its global reward programs, policies, and processes. This role will work closely with the Global Head of Reward to ensure the effective operational delivery of core reward activities, maintain the integrity of reward data, and provide expert guidance to People Business Partners and business leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the annual execution of key reward processes, including compensation reviews and incentive cycles.
• Coordinate reward initiatives across various business sectors, ensuring compliance with governance and timelines.
• Assist in the administration and implementation of both executive and employee incentive programs.
• Ensure consistent delivery of reward programs in accordance with established policies and governance.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on reward matters to People Business Partners, offering insights on compensation and job architecture.
• Support HR colleagues and managers with inquiries related to reward issues.
• Foster strong relationships with HR, Finance, and business leaders to facilitate effective reward decision-making.
• Maintain and enhance the organization’s job architecture using the WTW Global Grading Framework.
• Evaluate roles to ensure consistent job leveling and governance.
• Conduct market benchmarking to inform compensation decisions and organizational structure.
• Produce analytical reports to support business decisions regarding reward strategies.
• Develop compensation models and analyze market data to identify trends and pay disparities.
• Manage participation in annual salary surveys and maintain relationships with external data providers.
• Support the Global Head of Reward in shaping and implementing the global reward strategy.
• Contribute to the design of compensation structures and reward policies, and lead or assist in related projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in a specialized Reward or Compensation role within a complex, global organization.
• In-depth knowledge of compensation structures, incentive plans, and reward program execution.
• Familiarity with the WTW Global Grading Framework or similar job evaluation methodologies.
• Proven ability to conduct market benchmarking and salary analysis.
• Advanced analytical skills, particularly with Excel or Google Sheets.
• Experience in managing reward data and People information systems.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing capabilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Desirable: Knowledge of executive compensation and long-term incentive plans, and familiarity with HR systems, particularly HiBob.

Working Arrangements

This position operates on a hybrid working pattern, requiring at least three days of office attendance per week.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan.
• Private health insurance coverage.
• 24/7 access to counseling and wellbeing resources through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Work From Anywhere program allowing up to 25 days of remote work per year.
• Generous annual and parental leave policies.
• Dedicated days off for volunteering and moving home.
• Free access to all content from The Economist, including online subscriptions and apps.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

Visa Sponsorship May be