192 Compensation Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

Our client is seeking an Interim Compensation Manager, Europe, to lead and manage compensation strategies within the financial services industry. This London-based role requires expertise in Financial Services led regulatory frameworks, and data analysis, to align compensation practices with business goals.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a well-established large organisation operating in the financial services sector. The company is known for its robust market presence and commitment to fostering professional growth within its teams.

Description

• Develop and implement compensation strategies in alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and leadership teams to design competitive pay structures.
• Conduct market bench-marking and analysis to ensure competitive positioning within the financial services industry.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements across Europe.
• Analyse and interpret compensation data to provide actionable insights for decision-making.
• Advise on pay equity and recommend adjustments to support a fair and balanced approach.
• Manage annual compensation review processes and incentive plans for the region.
• Provide expertise on compensation matters during mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring projects.

Profile

The successful Interim Compensation Manager, Europe, will have:

• Proven recent experience in compensation management within the financial services industry.
• Strong current hands on knowledge of European regulatory frameworks affecting compensation practices.
• Proficiency in analysing complex data sets and delivering clear recommendations.
• Experience designing and implementing incentive programmes and pay structures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• The ability to work in the London-based office up to 4 days per week.

Job Offer

• Competitive day rate of 400-500 per day depending on skill-set and experience. (Inside IR35 so PAYE only)
• Engaging and supportive work environment within a large organisation.
• Chance to make a significant impact on compensation strategies across Europe.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Compensation Manager, Europe, apply today to join this exciting opportunity in London

Our client is seeking an Interim Compensation Manager, Europe, to lead and manage compensation strategies within the financial services industry. This London-based role requires expertise in Financial Services led regulatory frameworks, and data analysis, to align compensation practices with business goals.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a well-established large organisation operating in the financial services sector. The company is known for its robust market presence and commitment to fostering professional growth within its teams.

Description

• Develop and implement compensation strategies in alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and leadership teams to design competitive pay structures.
• Conduct market bench-marking and analysis to ensure competitive positioning within the financial services industry.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements across Europe.
• Analyse and interpret compensation data to provide actionable insights for decision-making.
• Advise on pay equity and recommend adjustments to support a fair and balanced approach.
• Manage annual compensation review processes and incentive plans for the region.
• Provide expertise on compensation matters during mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring projects.

Profile

The successful Interim Compensation Manager, Europe, will have:

• Proven recent experience in compensation management within the financial services industry.
• Strong current hands on knowledge of European regulatory frameworks affecting compensation practices.
• Proficiency in analysing complex data sets and delivering clear recommendations.
• Experience designing and implementing incentive programmes and pay structures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• The ability to work in the London-based office up to 4 days per week.

Job Offer

• Competitive day rate of 400-500 per day depending on skill-set and experience. (Inside IR35 so PAYE only)
• Engaging and supportive work environment within a large organisation.
• Chance to make a significant impact on compensation strategies across Europe.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Compensation Manager, Europe, apply today to join this exciting opportunity in London

Compensation & Benefits Manager

Reporting to the Global Head of Reward and working closely with the HR team and Global Teams, you will set the compensation and benefits strategy, and manage compensation and benefits across global locations remaining abreast of location laws and regulations. 

With 1800 employees and expansion plans into the US and Europe, this is an exciting time to be joining the business with a lot of scope for future development.  

Compensation & Benefits Manager Responsibilities

As the Compensation & Benefits Manager some of your duties will include:

• Collaborating with executive team leaders, HR and global teams to set the compensation & benefits strategy on a global scale
• Providing guidance and recommendations on salary benchmarking aligned to budgets and market standards
• Maintaining a working knowledge of global legislations around compensation & benefits
• Advising HRBPs on job evaluations, job gradings and benchmarking
• Providing guidance for salary reviews, performance related pay and sales incentives 
• Providing guidance and regularly reviewing global benefits offering to ensure competitive benefits programmes, and endorsing improvements to maximise retention
• Supporting and guiding talent team on performance management processes, designing systems linked to business objectives and linking rewards appropriately 

Compensation & Benefits Manager Rewards

This is a full-time permanent position, working a minimum of 2 days a week on-site in Oxford. Working hours are 08:15-16:15, Monday to Friday.

Alongside a competitive salary, you will be eligible for 25 days annual leave (3 to be taken over Christmas), car allowance, up to 10% non-contractual discretionary bonus, health care and free breakfast, and also use of a gym and onsite parking. There are future progression opportunities.  

The Company

You will join a diverse international, industry leading organisation. 

Compensation & Benefits Manager Experience

To be successful in this role, you will be CIPD qualified (or equivalent) with a solid working track record within a Compensation & Benefits capacity in a global, matrix business. Ideally you will have had exposure to compensation and benefits in locations such as UK, US, Europe, India, Brazil and the Middle East.

You will need to be a strategic thinker with a commercial perspective, experienced at designing compensation and benefits programmes and strategies and managing upwards with senior executive teams. You will be a confident communicator, influencer and speaker, able to present to the SLT. You will be structured and analytical in your thinking and have absolute meticulous attention to detail. You will have the ability to work with remote teams with different cultural backgrounds and be a self-starter with the ability to deliver with minimum supervision. You will be proactive and hands-on in your approach. 

You will be experienced at using systems such as Korn Ferry, Mercer, Hay and Willis Tower Watson.

You will be able to demonstrate your expertise with benchmarking and of designing salary structures and processes. You will be experienced in job grading and in reviewing global organisation structures to ensure efficiencies and alignment with overall business objectives and compliance with local regulatory, taxation and industry standards. 

You will be professional, articulate and polished, with the gravitas to collaborate with corporate executive level stakeholders. 

There are no direct reports but this may change as the company continues to grow. 

How to apply for this Compensation & Benefits Manager role

Please send an up to date CV and cover letter to (url removed)

INDBOOST

Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. For our latest vacancies follow our Jobs on Twitter

Compensation & Benefits Manager

Reporting to the Global Head of Reward and working closely with the HR team and Global Teams, you will set the compensation and benefits strategy, and manage compensation and benefits across global locations remaining abreast of location laws and regulations. 

With 1800 employees and expansion plans into the US and Europe, this is an exciting time to be joining the business with a lot of scope for future development.  

Compensation & Benefits Manager Responsibilities

As the Compensation & Benefits Manager some of your duties will include:

• Collaborating with executive team leaders, HR and global teams to set the compensation & benefits strategy on a global scale
• Providing guidance and recommendations on salary benchmarking aligned to budgets and market standards
• Maintaining a working knowledge of global legislations around compensation & benefits
• Advising HRBPs on job evaluations, job gradings and benchmarking
• Providing guidance for salary reviews, performance related pay and sales incentives 
• Providing guidance and regularly reviewing global benefits offering to ensure competitive benefits programmes, and endorsing improvements to maximise retention
• Supporting and guiding talent team on performance management processes, designing systems linked to business objectives and linking rewards appropriately 

Compensation & Benefits Manager Rewards

This is a full-time permanent position, working a minimum of 2 days a week on-site in Oxford. Working hours are 08:15-16:15, Monday to Friday.

Alongside a competitive salary, you will be eligible for 25 days annual leave (3 to be taken over Christmas), car allowance, up to 10% non-contractual discretionary bonus, health care and free breakfast, and also use of a gym and onsite parking. There are future progression opportunities.  

The Company

You will join a diverse international, industry leading organisation. 

Compensation & Benefits Manager Experience

To be successful in this role, you will be CIPD qualified (or equivalent) with a solid working track record within a Compensation & Benefits capacity in a global, matrix business. Ideally you will have had exposure to compensation and benefits in locations such as UK, US, Europe, India, Brazil and the Middle East.

You will need to be a strategic thinker with a commercial perspective, experienced at designing compensation and benefits programmes and strategies and managing upwards with senior executive teams. You will be a confident communicator, influencer and speaker, able to present to the SLT. You will be structured and analytical in your thinking and have absolute meticulous attention to detail. You will have the ability to work with remote teams with different cultural backgrounds and be a self-starter with the ability to deliver with minimum supervision. You will be proactive and hands-on in your approach. 

You will be experienced at using systems such as Korn Ferry, Mercer, Hay and Willis Tower Watson.

You will be able to demonstrate your expertise with benchmarking and of designing salary structures and processes. You will be experienced in job grading and in reviewing global organisation structures to ensure efficiencies and alignment with overall business objectives and compliance with local regulatory, taxation and industry standards. 

You will be professional, articulate and polished, with the gravitas to collaborate with corporate executive level stakeholders. 

There are no direct reports but this may change as the company continues to grow. 

How to apply for this Compensation & Benefits Manager role

Please send an up to date CV and cover letter to (url removed)

INDBOOST

Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. For our latest vacancies follow our Jobs on Twitter

• Develop and manage competitive and cost-effective compensation and benefits programs.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure compensation competitiveness.
• Design and administer salary structures, pay-for-performance programs, and short/long-term incentive plans.
• Oversee the annual salary review and bonus process.
• Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to provide expert advice on C&B matters.
• Develop communication strategies to effectively explain total rewards programs to employees.
• Manage vendor relationships for benefits providers and compensation survey providers.
• Lead special projects related to C&B strategy, such as job grading, executive compensation reviews, or benefits harmonization.
• Analyze HR data to provide insights and recommendations for C&B initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits management.
• Strong knowledge of compensation principles, salary benchmarking, job evaluation, and incentive plan design.
• Experience with various employee benefits programs and administration.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and advanced Excel skills for data analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent is highly desirable.
• Experience within the energy sector is a strong advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.

We are looking for an experienced and driven HR Manager to lead all site-based human resources functions. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the culture, engagement, and success of a fast-paced Aerospace manufacturing environment.

As a key member of the site leadership team, you will oversee HR strategy and operations, ensuring our people, structure, and processes are aligned for both immediate impact and long-term success.

• Lead all HR operations, including employee relations, time & attendance, compensation & benefits, recruitment, training, and compliance.

• Partner with senior leadership to drive engagement, retention, and talent development strategies.

• Lead site recruitment activities, including managing the Apprenticeship Programme.

• Oversee the Employee Benefits programme, including pension administration.

• Provide expert HR business partnering to the Site Leader and cross-functional managers.

• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and GDPR requirements.

• Champion performance management, coaching, and career development.

• Monitor and act on key HR KPIs, ensuring continuous improvement across the site.

• Build, develop, and inspire a high-performing HR team.

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline.

• Significant HR generalist experience, ideally within manufacturing or a similar industrial environment.

• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

• Proven experience in driving employee engagement, performance, and change initiatives.

• Highly organised, detail-focused, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-moving environment.

• Confident using HR systems and analysing data to drive decisions.

Invison are currently representing a £50 million turnover Construction company who are seeking to recruit a HR Manager. We’re seeking a proactive and experienced HR Manager to join our team and lead core HR functions across the employee lifecycle. This role offers a dynamic mix of operational and strategic responsibilities, supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and wellbeing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment & Onboarding:
  anage end-to-end hiring processes, liaise with agencies and candidates, prepare contracts and offer letters, and coordinate onboarding logistics including ID, equipment, and training setup.
• Employee Relations & Compliance:
  Support grievance, disciplinary, and capability procedures; ensure compliance with UK employment law and GDPR; contribute to policy development and audit readiness.
• Absence & Leave Management:
  Oversee Bright HR system for tracking annual leave, sickness, and absence; conduct Return to Work interviews and liaise with payroll on SSP and fit notes.
• Pensions & Payroll Coordination:
  Maintain pension records via Smart Pension, update employee details, and ensure accurate payroll communication for starters, leavers, and changes.
• Apprenticeship & Training Support:
  Coordinate with colleges, manage apprenticeship documentation and reporting, and oversee CITB grant submissions.
• Wellbeing Leadership:
  Act as a Mental Health First Aider and Company Wellbeing Champion, lead awareness initiatives, and produce monthly wellbeing newsletters in partnership with Lighthouse Charity.

What We’re Looking For:

< i>Degree qualified within Human Resources or a relatable sector.  li>CIPD Level 5 qualification.
• Solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism
• Mental Health First Aider certification (or willingness to obtain)

The HRC will be expected to provide a professional and proactive service to Council managers and staff, helping them to resolve a range of employee relations cases and issues.

The post holder will be expected to work alone, as well as part of the team and will be supported to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to do this.

As part of the wider team you will work collaboratively with your colleagues to ensure continuous improvement in HR & OD service delivery. The HR & OD Advisory team work closely with colleagues in Business Support and Health, Safety and Well Being teams to provide a flexible resource across the whole team.

Specific Knowledge & Experience :

Essential: Knowledge of key people management/HR processes including: performance management, employee relations, conflict resolution and employment legislation.

Essential: Experience of managing and advising on individual casework providing a high level of expertise and the ability to suggest options and assess the impact of possible courses of action for complex or high profile cases.

Essential: Some knowledge of employment legislation and best practice.

Essential: Able to provide mediation or conflict resolution in an employment setting.

Essential: Good understanding of equalities, protected characteristics and how to make reasonable adjustments.

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HR Officer

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable HR Officer to join our team, providing high-quality human resources advice and support across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional with a strong understanding of employment legislation and HR best practice to play a key role in shaping and delivering an effective people strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide professional advice and guidance to managers on HR policies, procedures and employment law.

• Support and coach line managers in managing complex casework including disciplinary, grievance, capability and absence issues.

• Contribute to the development, implementation and review of HR policies and procedures.

• Manage training and development processes for designated divisions and assist with corporate training delivery.

• Support recruitment processes and ensure fair, consistent, and inclusive hiring practices.

• Work collaboratively with trade unions and external partners.

• Assist in delivering initiatives such as the apprenticeship scheme and work placements.

• Support the HR Manager in delivering an effective and proactive HR service.

About You:

• Experience working in HR within a similar-sized organisation.

• Strong understanding of employment legislation, HR policies and procedures.

• Excellent communication, coaching and influencing skills.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure.

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) is essential.

This is a varied and rewarding position where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference to the employee experience and contribute to the continued improvement of our HR services.