Pay and Reward Specialist

Interim Pay and Reward SpecialistBased in London Length: 3-6 months IR35 status: Inside We are seeking an experienced Pay and Reward Specialist to provide senior-level expertise across complex pay, grading and reward matters during a significant period of organisational change.This is a high-profile assignment for a seasoned reward professional who can provide authoritative advice on complex and sensitive pay issues, lead on job evaluation activity, and ensure the council''s approach to pay and grading is robust, transparent and legally compliant.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the senior professional lead on pay, grading and reward mattersLead the resolution of complex, high-risk and contentious job evaluation and pay casesOversee the application and quality assurance of the Council''s job evaluation scheme (NJC, HAY or equivalent)Review and assure job evaluation outcomes, ensuring consistency, fairness and defensibilityProvide expert advice on equal pay risk, grading issues and reward governanceWork constructively with Trade Unions to resolve complex pay and grading issuesWork collaboratively with HR Business Partners, Employee Relations, Finance and Legal teams to ensure pay decisions are robust and compliantSupport the reduction of existing job evaluation backlogs through effective prioritisation and oversightSet professional standards and provide quality assurance across pay and reward activity delivered by HR colleagues and external consultantsSkills, experience and ..... full job details .....