Reward & Incentives Manager - Employer Reward Services

1 month ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom KPMG Full time

Job Description

Reward & Incentives Manager – Employer Reward Services / 103751

Base Location : Leeds or Bristol plus network of 20 offices

The KPMG Employer Reward Services team is a cornerstone of our business. Operating from London, we do work that matters, serving the region with diligence and expertise.

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancy businesses. We've supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We've proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

Why Work with KPMG as a Reward & Incentives Manager

This exciting role is within our Reward Practice team, based in our Leeds or Bristol office (although other locations will be considered)

We are looking for talented and driven Reward specialists who are excited by the opportunity to work within a growing business and be a key part of this exciting journey. The successful applicant will enjoy being involved in business development activities, including client proposals, internal and external presentations, and writing material on technical and other matters. In turn, we can offer unparalleled opportunity to learn and grow.

Key Responsibilities

Managing and delivering client projects on Reward workflows, which can include:

  • Working closely with senior leaders to support and lead on designing and structuring of new equity or cash-based incentive plans considering the tax (UK and overseas), commercial and accounting impacts and/or reviewing existing incentive plans to ensure they remain fit for purpose
  • Advising on the tax impact of any corporate transactions on existing or new compensation and benefits plans and also advising on the tax structuring of transactions
  • Designing plans for the wider workforce including all employee share purchase plans
  • Advising Remuneration Committees and management teams on reward strategy, shareholder consultation, corporate governance, pay regulation, ESG regulation and practices
  • Assisting with the drafting of Director's Remuneration Reports
  • Pay and benefits benchmarking
  • Maintaining awareness of market trends, competitor activity, products and services

Requirements

We are looking for a committed and driven candidate who takes personal responsibility and accountability for projects. Team players who enjoy working with people from different backgrounds and disciplines are also essential. Additionally, we require people who are keen to develop personally and professionally and to assist with the development of junior team members. Intellectually curious, open-minded, and analytical people, with an eye for detail and pride in their work are also required. Proactive professionals who deliver great service to their clients are essential. Individuals who are keen to develop their business development acumen from their current core level of experience are also required. Relationship builders who can spot and develop new opportunities both within the KPMG network and externally are also essential. Flexible people who can deal with a fluid, changing, work environment are also required. Self-starters who can work independently, but also cooperatively in a close team environment are also essential. Strong communicators in a range of situations both written and oral are also required.

Qualifications and Experience

Work experience that demonstrates strong technical and client service skills as well as strong business development acumen is essential. ATT and/or CTA/ACA/Legal qualification is also required.

Skills we'd love to see/Amazing Extras

Demonstrable experience of designing and structuring of new equity or cash-based incentive plans considering the tax (UK and overseas), commercial and accounting impacts and/or reviewing existing incentive plans to ensure they remain fit for purpose is also required. Designing plans for the wider workforce including all employee share purchase plans is also essential. Advising Remuneration Committees and management teams on reward strategy, shareholder consultation, corporate governance, pay regulation, ESG regulation and practices is also required. Assisting with the drafting of Director's Remuneration Reports is also essential. Pay and benefits benchmarking is also required.

To discuss this or wider Tax roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.

Our Locations

We are open to talk to talent across the country, but our core hub is:

  • Leeds or Bristol

With 20 sites across the UK, we can potentially facilitate office work, working from home, flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.

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