Join Network Rail - Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team - you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway. Click here to learn more.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here. We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process. You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support.
If you're ready to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
Vacancy Details
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £35,582 - £42,218
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Location: This role is based in The Quadrant: MK. This role is a full-time opportunity, flexible working patterns will be considered. However, under the hybrid working policy, the candidate will be required to work 60% of the time from a Network Rail location.
Some of our great benefits:
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements considered.
Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
Discounts at stations with your Network Rail pass.
Defined benefit pension scheme
75% subsidy on train tickets.
Interest-free travel loan for train and car park season tickets.
Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
A little bit about the team...
The Lead Reward Analyst role is part of the Reward & Benefits Team, which sits within the Group Human Resources function. The team develops, implements and manages the delivery of the reward and recognition strategy for the company to deliver a competitive total reward package. This includes developing a reward strategy that encompasses pay, benefits, incentives and recognition that meets the needs of the business and supports attraction and retention of skills and the workforce.
What does the average day look like?
In this role, you'll manage analytical reporting for the Reward & Benefits team, providing analytical insights to a range of projects and workstreams, including pay awards, performance-related pay, pay gap reporting, remuneration and benchmarking. There will be a mix of regular reporting, ad hoc and larger scale analytical modelling. You'll also advise the wider HR team on reward and benefits where required.
You'll own your own small to medium reward projects, using your expertise to guide business recommendations. Building strong stakeholder relationships, you'll maintain benefits and policy reporting and further develop our benefits dashboards to track performance. As the team's data protection lead, you'll monitor compliance with relevant regulations.
Next Steps
CV shortlisting will take place after the advert closes, with interviews planned from the week commencing 15 th June, subject to business needs. Early applications are encouraged, as we may close the advert early due to high application volumes.
Candidates will be required to carry out a pre-interview analytical exercise and present their findings at the interview.
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All external offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks.
Who are we looking for?
We and looking for a highly numerate self-starter who can multi-task a range of workstreams. They should have a wealth of experience in analytical roles, involving analysing large sets of data, data modelling, cost forecasting and spotting trends and insights and then communicating them to stakeholders.
It is essential they have advance Microsoft Excel skills. Experience of using Power BI or reward/HR experience would be desirable.
Essential Criteria
- Degree or equivalent qualification in relevant subject, such as mathematics or statistics, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Experience of analysing large datasets and using complex analytical frameworks to support decision making with proven ability to innovate and create solutions to complex modelling issues.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence effectively with all levels of an organisation.
- Project management experience, delivering small to medium sized projects.
- Excellent presentation skills adjusting presentation style to differing audiences.
