Reward Advisor

Position

As a Reward Advisor, you will:

• Partner with the business to provide expert advice and support across compensation, benefits, reward policies, and broader C&B initiatives
• Manage and deliver key reward activities, including salary and bonus reviews, job evaluations, benchmarking, competitor analysis, and external surveys 
• Develop insights and recommendations to ensure JTI UK's reward and benefits offerings remain competitive and aligned with employee needs 
• Lead employee benefits administration and communication, driving awareness, engagement, and utilisation of available programs 
• Manage Gender Pay Gap reporting, ensuring accurate data collection and compliance with HMRC requirements and deadlines 
• Oversee the Private Medical Scheme, including annual renewals, governance activities, administration, member support, and vendor management 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with third-party brokers, benefits providers, pension trustees, and other external partners 
• Support with international assignee activity including immigration compliance by coordinating work permits, visa applications, business visitor requirements, and annual permit reviews 
• Review, develop, and communicate UK employment and reward policies while championing internal communications that strengthen JTI’s employer brand and employee experience.

Requirements

• GCSE Maths & English (or equivalent); CIPD qualification or willingness to work towards one preferred
• Hay Job Evaluation certification would be an advantage
• Minimum 2 years' experience in HR, Reward, Compensation & Benefits, or a related advisory role
• Working knowledge of compensation and benefits practices, with Reward and/or Organisation Design experience highly advantageous 
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights
• Experience managing multiple processes and priorities with excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong stakeholder management and customer service skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across the business and with external providers 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel; experience with SAP HR or similar HR systems is an advantage 
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain policies, reward programs, and complex information clearly and effectively
• Fluent English (written and spoken