Who We Are
Vacancy Details
Duration: 12 month Secondment with the option to extend or go permanent. (Please note, secondments are subject to line manager approval, please discuss this with them before applying)
Salary: £55,596 - £67,813
Contact: If you require any support with your application, please click here for contact details.
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.
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.
Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision.
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.
Plus more....
About the role
As a Senior Reward Business Partner, you'll work closely with senior leaders and HR teams to deliver reward strategies that support business priorities. Day to day, this could include advising on pay, benefits and reward policies, analysing data to provide insights, leading job evaluation activity and supporting executive remuneration matters.
You'll also contribute to key reward projects, engage with stakeholders across the business and help ensure Network Rail's reward offering remains competitive, fair and aligned to organisational goals. Through expert advice and data-driven recommendations, you'll play a key role in shaping the employee experience and supporting business performance.
A little bit about the team...
You'll be joining a specialist Reward team that plays a key role in shaping how Network Rail attracts, retains and rewards its people. Working closely with HR colleagues, business leaders and external partners, the team provides expert guidance on reward strategy, pay, benefits and job evaluation across a complex, national organisation. It's a collaborative and high-profile environment where data-driven insights, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement are at the heart of what we do.
Next Steps
CV shortlisting will take place after the advert closes, with interviews planned from the week commencing 9th November, subject to business needs.
Your experience and skills
We're looking for an experienced reward professional who combines strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills. You'll have a proven background in reward, compensation and benefits, with the confidence to provide expert advice on complex reward matters across a large organisation.
The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, commercially aware and able to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to build effective relationships with senior leaders, HR colleagues, trade unions and external partners. Experience of leading reward projects, influencing stakeholders and delivering practical solutions in a complex environment will help you succeed in this role.
Essential Criteria
CIPD qualified or relevant experience to demonstrate level of competence
Substantial experience in a reward role with a good understanding of core issues and employee benefits
Experienced in the Korn Ferry job evaluation methodology
Knowledge and experience of implementing best practice HR / reward solutions
Highly numerate with strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data trends and make data-driven decisions Proven track record of operating in a complex working environment.
Experience in engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders, including senior leaders, employees, trade unions and external partners
Strong attention to detail and highly developed verbal and written communication skills with ability to provide advice on reward issues
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