Reward Manager - Europe & UKIMEA

Joining Arup 

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. 

The Arup people function is undergoing an exciting period of transformation. As we move towards a new operating model, we are streamlining our processes and aligning our delivery on a global scale, to ensure that we provide an excellent member experience aligned to our values. 

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it! 

The Opportunity 

The Reward Manager reports to the Global Head of Reward and is part of the Reward Community of Expertise (CoE). The team operates across a matrix structure, spanning five regions, global functions, and over 30 countries, to deliver an ambitious Global Reward Strategy in alignment with Arup’s broader objectives. In this role, you will take charge of developing and delivering reward programmes, cyclical activities, and strategic initiatives to ensure Arup remains competitive in the markets where we operate, while enhancing efficiency and alignment. You’ll oversee reward delivery for our UKIMEA and Europe regions, working closely with the relevant Reward Partner. This role manages a team of 3 Reward Specialists and will play an important part in coaching and mentoring to build a highly effective Reward CoE.   

From managing pay benchmarking and budget planning to job grading and recognition initiatives, you’ll lead key reward programmes and ensure they are well-documented and continuously improved. Collaboration within the global team will be key, as you align processes and ensure operational excellence and compliance. 

You’ll have the opportunity to lead projects to implement our reward strategy, alongside participating in the implementation of a new global people system as a subject matter expert.  

With a focus on data-driven insights and market trends, you'll continuously identify opportunities to improve our reward offerings, ensuring we stay ahead of industry best practices. 

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. 

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

Is this role right for you? 

We are looking for people who: 

• Have extensive operational multi-country reward experience within a matrixed organisation environment.
• Have a strong understanding of project management principles, are highly organised and able to coordinate the delivery of simultaneous projects and a range of activity
• Have change management experience, navigating stakeholders through transformations of process and approach.
• Are effective people developers who can coach team members to grow their skills and capabilities.  

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Thalia Rodriguez at thalia.rodriguez@arup.com, Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email. 

If this role is not quite what you are looking for but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community https://arupwhg.avature.net/talent where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world. 

What we offer you 

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. 

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.  

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts. 

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs. 
 

Different people, shared values 

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. 

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. 

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Simone Haigh at Simone.Haigh@Arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you. 

Our Application Process 

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/ 
 
Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process. 
 

Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list. 

Closing Date:15/12/2024