Senior Reward Specialist

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.

As a Reward Specialist within our Reward Community of Expertise (CoE), you will have the opportunity to dive into a diverse range of reward initiatives. This role plays a key role in supporting the delivery of our cyclical processes while helping to shape and transform reward strategies. Your contributions will ensure we remain competitive in the global marketplaces we operate in, while driving efficiency and alignment across our operations.

The Reward CoE spans five regions, global functions, and over 30 countries, delivering an ambitious Global Reward Strategy that aligns with Arup’s overarching goals. As part of a collaborative team of Reward Specialists works closely with reward managers and colleagues across the global people team to make a lasting impact on our global reward landscape.

The Opportunity

• Support the development and delivery of all reward cyclical activity and programmes, including pay benchmarking/ranges, pay budget planning, pay review, payment of Profit Share, job grading and recognition initiatives.
• Participate in projects to operationalise our reward strategy or develop solutions in support of global and regional business needs.
• Design and complete in-depth analysis of reward data to provide insights on for example pay equity, pay review budget spend, market competitiveness and other regular or ad hoc requirements.
• Identify the key metrics that will provide insight into developing solutions and measuring the effectiveness of reward practises and processes, making recommendations with a focus on continuous improvement and consistency.
• Support the implementation of the new global people system.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on reward-related matters.
• Carry out in-depth market research to inform projects.
• Maintain a current understanding of reward legislation, market developments and best practise in reward, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance our reward offering.
  
  
  Is this role right for you? 
• Operational reward experience within a matrixed organisation environment, ideally international.
• Outcome-oriented and adaptable with the ability to manage complexity across multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical skills and systems proficiency with demonstrable advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain complex issues and analysis.
• Strong interpersonal skills, comfortable collaborating and managing the expectations of a range of internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Able to maintain strong attention to detail, accuracy and high-quality delivery in a busy environment.
• An ability to review current processes and data, detect errors and take responsibility for improving data quality.
• Curious, willing to learn and focussed on problem solving and helping to deliver effective reward solutions.
• Personal integrity with commitment and alignment to Arup values and aims.
• Self-motivated with positive energy, a growth mindset and passion for continuous improvement.

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 eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia:

• Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours. 
• Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
• Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary career. 
• Birthday leave
• Annual leave loading
• Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
• International mobility opportunities
• Insurances (life & income protection)
• Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans  
• Novated car lease
• Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.

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 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
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Helen Pakhomov on helen.pakhomov@arup.com

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