Wickes are looking to recruit a hands-on Interim Reward Consultant with deep experience of delivering strategic projects across Compensation & Benefits, as well as providing a high level of operational support. Specific experience of managing benefits and implementing benefits platforms is desirable.

This is an exciting time for the business following our demerger from Travis Perkins, as we continue to grow our organisation as an independent PLC.  

Reporting to the Head of Reward this is a project focused role expected to be a 6-9 month fixed term contract.

Key Accountabilities:

• Provide support on key projects as part of the annual reward calendar including annual benefits renewal, pay review and bonus, and lead on specific items
• Responsible for delivering key compensation and benefits projects including pay structure implementation, review of company car policy, share plan renewals
• Lead on specific elements of the Group reward transition project including platform integration, supplier negotiation and managing a range of internal stakeholders
• Keep abreast of external market and share insight and expertise in key areas
• Provide support to the Head of Reward on executive remuneration matters as and when required

What are we looking for:

• Proven record of project lead responsibility and delivering desired reward outcomes, ideally in a retail or multi-site environment 
• Strong experience of reward systems and processes
• Experienced in analysing trends, creation of a business case and presenting the outputs to enable and support robust business decision making
• Experience and deep understanding of salary review processes, job matching, and job evaluation principles is essential
• Experience of managing third-party supplier relationships with the ability to summarise qualitative research from multiple sources.
• Able to demonstrate strong project management, presentation, and organisational skills with a consultative approach
• Great at building working relationships with external providers, business managers, peers and other HR stakeholders. Confident in communicating with people at all levels, including senior management

What can we offer you?

You’ll be supported with fantastic learning and development and have the opportunity to grow and develop your career with us 

We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes 

• Competitive bonus
• Private Medical and Life Assurance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Colleague discount 
• Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership, cycle to work scheme

Our widely recognised wellbeing strategy is something we’re proud of at Wickes. As part of this, we offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education & loans, and access to parental, menopause and fertility support. 

We have recently re-opened our Support Centre in Watford, where our Reward team is based, along with our other support functions.  We recognise the value of bringing our teams together to collaborate, support each other and build on our amazing culture.  We are also encouraging our teams to work flexibly, with a blend of remote / office working. 

About Us: 

Wickes is a multi-channel retailer operating in the home improvement market.  With 40 years in industry, Wickes now generates revenue in excess of £1.3Bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.  

But it is the Wickes culture that is considered its best kept secret; it’s a collaborative, down to earth, fun and inclusive environment where people feel part of a winning team. All our colleagues come from different backgrounds, but what we all have in common is a determination to succeed and a passion for being the best we can be. If that sounds like you, we’ll make you feel right at home.