12 month Maternity Compensation / Talent

12 month contractCorporate Compensation Human Resources Global Financial Services - 5 days a week in the office .The RoleWe are seeking a Compensation Associate to join a high-profile Corporate Compensation team on a maternity-cover basis. Working across firmwide functions, you will provide analysis, advice and practical support on compensation strategy, governance and delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical HR, compensation or finance professional to build broad stakeholder exposure within a leading global financial services organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport compensation activity across new hire offers, promotions, transfers, budget allocation, forecasting and retention of key talent.Analyse business and compensation challenges, identify root causes and develop clear, commercially focused solutions.Produce compensation models, analysis and senior-ready recommendations to support effective decision-making.Advise HR business partners on compensation practices, policies and processes.Monitor external market conditions and pay practices to help maintain competitive and effective compensation programmes.Translate regulatory and governance requirements into practical guidance, procedures and stakeholder materials.Contribute to EMEA, regional and country-specific compensation activity, including year-end planning.Support firmwide policy reviews, process improvements, systems development and reporting enhancements.Identify opportunities to simplify ..... full job details .....