Interim Reward Manager

Yorkshire and the Humber Temporary £450 - £500 per day View Job Description
A great opportunity for an experienced Reward professional to take the lead on reward operations, frameworks and processes during a period of organisational change. You'll be the subject‑matter expert across pay, benefits, pensions and payroll governance - ensuring compliance, consistency, and a great employee experience across a complex, multi‑site organisation.
  • 12 month role
  • Remote working with travel 1-2 days pm.

About Our Client

A national, mission‑driven organisation operating across a diverse range of sites.

They are undergoing an evolving period of transformation and require interim reward expertise to strengthen governance, support change and enhance the employee experience. The environment is multi‑site, values‑led, people‑centric and fast‑moving - with a strong commitment to fairness and compliance.This interim role is for 12 months and can be based remotely with the expectation of travel to York and South England 1-2 days per month.

Job Description

  • Develop and implement reward strategies that align with organisational goals.
  • Evaluate and manage pay structures, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Lead on job evaluation processes and provide recommendations on grading.
  • Conduct benchmarking exercises to ensure competitive compensation packages.
  • Manage the annual pay review process and provide guidance to senior leadership.
  • Provide expertise on reward-related queries from management and employees.
  • Analyse data to inform decisions on employee benefits and reward schemes.
  • Ensure all reward policies are communicated effectively to the workforce.

The Successful Applicant

You will be a confident Reward specialist with:

Experience

  • Strong background in reward management, ideally at interim or standalone level.
  • Experience working across compensation, benefits, job evaluation and pay governance.
  • Knowledge of payroll processes and pension arrangements.
  • Ideally experience within healthcare, social care or another regulated, multi‑site environment.
  • Comfortable operating with autonomy and managing relationships at senior levels.



Skills & Attributes

  • Highly analytical with strong numerical capability and attention to detail.
  • Able to translate data into insight and clear recommendations.
  • Skilled in managing reward cycles and complex pay questions.
  • Pragmatic, solutions‑focused and able to navigate ambiguity.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify and explain reward concepts.



Additional Requirements

  • Ability to travel 1-2 times a month to key sites (South of England and York).
  • Available for an immediate or short‑notice start and happy working on a 12‑month interim basis.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive daily rate between £450 - £500pd
  • Temporary role with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
  • Engaging work environment within the not-for-profit sector.
  • Remote working



If you are an experienced Interim Reward Manager seeking a rewarding opportunity in the not-for-profit sector, we encourage you to apply today!

Please note, due to annual leave applications will be reviewed on w/b 30th March

Contact
Amy Smith (nee Procter)
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6976164
Phone number
07467000150

Job summary

Job function
Human Resources
Subsector
Compensation & Benefits
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
Yorkshire and the Humber
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Amy Smith (nee Procter)
Consultant phone
07467000150
Job reference
JN-032026-6976164