Job Description

Are you ready to chart your own career path? At SJP we need talented individuals like yourself to support our evolving culture. If you're seeking an employer that is passionate about excellence, innovation and autonomy, SJP could be the place for you.

At a glance:

Location:

Cirencester Office

Workplace Type:

Hybrid

Employment Type:

Permanent

Seniority:

Mid-Senior Level



The role:


This role will develop and support delivery of the total reward strategy across St James's Place (SJP) and Group Companies, as well as providing support to the SJP Partnership in relation to life and critical illness benefits. The role holder will focus on the development and delivery of SJP's employee benefits to include health & wellbeing, protection benefits, voluntary benefits, EV salary sacrifice car scheme and pension. They will also manage the My Rewards portal and support delivery of the annual remuneration review and other reward activities. They will work closely with external providers when relevant and be the 'go to' person for all Stakeholders on the benefits framework.


What you'll be doing:

Delivery of the SJP benefits proposition, including supporting to formulate the benefit strategy and owning the benefit related policy and procedures such as healthcare benefits, protection benefits, EV salary sacrifice car scheme, holiday, pension to voluntary benefits (dental, SmartTech, buy holiday, cycle to work, discounts hub) applicable to employees across the business and SJP Group; and protection benefits (Life & Critical Illness cover) that apply to the SJP Partnership. Manage the relationships with various 3rd party benefit and pension providers. Delivery of the benefits renewals, ensuring value for money as well as ensuring benefits administration and services are effective and provide excellent customer service to employees and SJP Partners. Prepare financial modelling and budgeting of the costs relating to SJP benefits, articulate costings and proposals to stakeholders for review, consideration and approval. Own the My Rewards portal including responsibility for overseeing maintenance and improvements to ensure a great employee experience.. Develop & deliver aspects of SJP's Total Reward approach and offering, including ownership of specific reward projects (e.g. flexible benefits approach or new voluntary benefits) and liaising and coordinating with various departments across SJP to ensure timely delivery. Develop & support the delivery of the annual remuneration review (including remuneration review system build & testing, total reward statement data, bonus sacrifice to pension and outputs for payroll). Own aspects of the benchmarking process, including input into annual surveys, ad hoc benchmarking requests or benchmarking projects (across UK and Asia). Support total reward projects at SJP and drive continuous Improvement through knowledge of reward best practice, market Insights and SJP employee voice.

Who we're looking for:


The ideal candidate will have proven reward expertise in employee benefits (healthcare & wellbeing, protection, EV company car schemes, pension, benefits platforms and technology. They will understand reward best practice and processes and have experience of reward platforms. They will also have knowledge of reward legislation - Tax and Payroll practices relating to benefits and HR system knowledge (ideally Business World-Unit 4) and excellent Excel skills. They will have excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities and previous management experience. They will be a confident and discreet communicator who is comfortable influencing Stakeholders at all levels across the business.


Essential Criteria


Strong knowledge of employee benefit schemes, policies and laws (health, protection, pension, EV car salary sacrifice, wellbeing, voluntary benefits. Able to conduct data analysis and cost benefit analysis (benefits trends, effectiveness of benefit schemes, cost projections and cost-saving opportunities, maximising the value for employer and employees). Effective communicator - able to interact effectively with employees, Managers and external Providers and navigate complex negotiations with providers, leading on the employee benefits communications. Strong organisational knowledge (will be supporting SJP Group Companies) and problem-solving skills - able to solve complex issues relating to benefits administration, compliance and employee concerns. + Lead and manage a team of 2 Reward Specialists.

Special Requirements:


Member of the Staff Pension Oversight Group.

What's in it for you?

We reward you for the work you do,

whether that's through our discretionary annual bonus scheme that reflects both personal and company performance, competitive annual leave allowance (28 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days), or online rewards platform with a variety of discounts.

We also have benefits to support whatever stage of life you are in, including:

Competitive parental leave (26 weeks full pay) Private medical insurance (optional taxable benefit) 10% non-contributory pension (increasing with length of service)

Reasonable Adjustments

We're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know by emailing us at careers@sjp.co.uk

Research tells us that applicants (especially those from underrepresented groups) can be put off from applying for a role if they do not meet all the criteria or have been on an extended career-break. If you think you would be a good match for this role and can demonstrate some transferable experience please apply, regardless of whether you tick every box.

What's next?

If you're excited about this role and believe you have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit an application by clicking 'apply' below and our team will be in touch.


As a business regulated by the FCA we would advise you to familiarise yourself with the conduct regulations and in particular consumer duty obligations prior to an interview with SJP.


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