Group Reward Lead
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At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.
What you’ll do
The Group Reward Lead manages the delivery of reward expertise, solutions and operational support, in line with business strategy, within the Group Reward function. They are responsible for the delivery of the Reward activities across a range of global reward and recognition policies and processes such as pay, bonus, shares, benefits and recognition.
This role acts as a Reward Business Partner with Technology, Networks, Commercial and Shared Services, covering Group and VOIS employees based in the UK in addition to our international markets, which include Luxembourg, Hong Kong, Singapore and US.
- Drive and implement reward policy and programmes that attract and retain critical talent and skills.
- Provide expert guidance and insights to HR Business Partners and managers on all matters relating to reward, upskilling HR colleagues and managers
- Lead projects aligned to Group Reward priorities e.g. implementation of EU Pay Transparency Directive for Group EU locations.
- Manage business as usual reward processes e.g. the Annual Reward Review (‘ARR’) and the annual reward benchmarking exercise.
Who you are
- Proven experience working in Reward roles in international and cross-cultural environments
- Strong ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Skilled in communicating complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences
- Highly numerate with advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel at an advanced level
- CIPD qualification (or equivalent) in Reward Management is advantageous
Not a perfect fit?
Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.
What's in it for you
- Yearly bonus: 10%
- Annual leave: 28 days + bank holidays + the opportunity to buy/sell/carry over 5 days/year
- Charity days: 5 days/year
- Maternity leave: 52 weeks: the first 13 weeks are fully paid, followed by 26 weeks of half pay
- Private pension: You can contribute up to 5% of your basic pay with 2:1 matching from Vodafone up to 10%.
- Access to: private medical, private dental, free health assessments, share save scheme
- Additional discounts: Vodafone retail, gym, cinema, cycle to work, season ticket loan
Who we are
We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.
Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, please refer to https://careers.vodafone.com/application-adjustments/ for guidance.
Together we can.