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Human Resources (HR) provides support on all people-related issues for Network Rail. We’re responsible for creating an environment that attracts and engages high-performing individuals to deliver engineering and operational excellence for Britain’s railway. Our approach is a pragmatic one, challenging where appropriate and professional in all areas of delivery.

Our Reward & Benefits team has a great opportunity for a Reward Business Partner. The team has a pivotal role in designing and implementing reward and recognition schemes that align to attract, motivate, and retain top talent and drive organisational success. Whether it’s competitive salary structures or great employee benefits, we’re committed to creating a positive employee experience. Join us as we shape the future of rewards and benefits at Network Rail!

Brief Description

Vacancy Type: Perm.

Location: This role is based at Quadrant:MK.

Closing date: 17^th May 2024.

Band & Salary: 4C, £43,588 - £ 49,037.

About the role (External)

Vacancy Type: Perm.

Location: This role is based at The Quadrant: Milton Keynes

Closing date: Friday 17^th May 2024. On occasion, we may need to close the advert early based upon application volumes. 

Band & Salary: 4C £43,588 - £49,037

What are the key accountabilities in this role?

·    Be the go-to expert for reward-related matters, offering guidance and support to colleagues across the business.

·    Support all business-as-usual reward activities, including job evaluation, salary benchmarking, benefits administration, and data analysis and reporting.

·    Manage relationships with third-party suppliers and monitor contracts and service delivery so that benefits run smoothly.

·    Manage reward policies, reviewing and updating to reflect business needs or changes in legislation, and maintaining governance and assurance.

·    Deliver informative presentations, briefing sessions and workshops to a range of audiences on reward-related matters.

What essential skills and experience are we looking for?

·    Some experience of rewards and benefits.

·    Proven experience of building strong working relationships with key stakeholders to improve people management.

·    Knowledge and experience of implementing best practice HR solutions.

·    Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence effectively.

·    Working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

·    Understanding of job evaluation would be an advantage, although training is provided.

How to apply (External)

What can we offer you in return?

We have a range of benefits including:

·    28 days annual leave entitlement, plus Bank Holidays and five volunteer days.

·    My Benefits – our discounted online shopping site.

·    A range of discounted offers including cycle to work, healthcare club discounted membership and other benefits.

·    Private healthcare

·    Subsidies of up to 75% on rail and underground season tickets.

·    A range of pension schemes.

·    Two weeks paid reserve leave for our Armed Forces community.

·    Training, development and employee assistance programme available.

All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. Please click here for more information.

We're an inclusive employer of choice, Disability Confident Leader employer, encourage people to work flexibly and we welcome applications from everyone (Click here for more information). Visit Evenbreak’s Career Hive should you need accessibility support to apply. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please contact recruitmentsupport@networkrail.co.uk.

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