Pay and Reward Lead

Pay and Reward Lead at Croydon Council

Salary: Up to £55,000 (pay award pending)

Location: Croydon, London

Join Croydon, London’s largest and youngest borough, known for its diversity, vibrant community, and fantastic opportunities. With close proximity to central London and the South East, Croydon offers a dynamic place to live, work, and enjoy. As home to one of the largest commercial districts in the UK, it's a major hub for shoppers, professionals, and visitors alike. Excellent transport links, including the iconic trams, make exploring the borough and beyond easy. Croydon’s rich cultural scene, recognised as the birthplace of various music genres, adds to its unique appeal.

As part of Croydon Council’s ambitious transformation plans it is now looking for a strategic Pay and Reward Lead to join its talented HR Division to ensure it delivers on its groundbreaking People and Cultural Transformation Strategy. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive Pay and Reward Strategy for the Council, bringing fresh ideas and knowledge of current best practice. You will be responsible for creating innovative approaches to pay and reward that align with the Council’s vision and drive for organisational success.

As a senior HR professional you will bring a deep understanding of business needs, offering strategic and business-led advice. You will have extensive experience in applying HR policies, job design, job evaluation, and managing pay and reward programmes within complex organisations. A thorough understanding of people strategies, workforce planning, and reward systems is essential to this role. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact, shaping the future of Croydon’s workforce and contributing to its ongoing transformation.

For a confidential conversation please contact our retained advisors at McLean Public: Jonathan Swain on 07733 304094 or Rebecca Rampat on 07957 730837.

Closing date: Monday 28th October 2024 at 9:00am.