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We're looking for an experienced Reward Specialist (Benefits) to join our client on a contract basis, supporting their benefits strategy across both the UK and US. This is a fantastic opportunity for a reward professional who combines strong UK benefits expertise with international experience. The role is offered on a remote basis with the possibility of becoming permanent.

You'll take ownership of day-to-day benefits administration and strategic reward projects, ensuring the company’s offering remains competitive, compliant and well-managed across both markets.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and administer UK employee benefitsSupport and maintain US benefits offeringEnsure compliance with UK benefits legislation reporting, HMRC requirements and awareness of US compliance considerationsLead UK and US benefits renewals and open enrolment processesBenchmark reward packages against market data in both countriesPartner with payroll/HRIS teams to ensure accurate benefits data and reporting across jurisdictionsManage relationships with UK and US brokers, insurers, and third-party administratorsSupport wider reward initiatives, including pay benchmarking, salary reviews, and total reward statementsProvide guidance to HR colleagues and managers on benefits queries across both regions

You will need

Demonstrable experience supporting or managing US employee benefitsProven experience in a Reward/ Benefits role, with expert knowledge of UK benefitsSolid understanding of UK compliance and familiarity with US requirementsConfident using HRIS/benefits platformsStrong analytical and Excel skills; comfortable benchmarking and presenting reward dataHighly organised and comfortable managing multiple vendor relationships across time zones

This role is offered on a 12 week contract basis (inside IR35) with a daily rate of between £360-£375p/d DOE.

Reward Specialist (Benefits) Inside IR35

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