UK Reward Manager

 We are seeking an experienced reward professional to shape and deliver a modern, fair and commercially robust total reward agenda for Uniper in the UK. This pivotal HR leadership role will lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of reward frameworks that are competitive, equitable and legally compliant. The UK Reward Manager will partner with senior leaders, business areas and employee representatives to translate organisational strategy into practical reward solutions covering base and variable pay, benefits, recognition, job architecture and reward governance.   

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

•    Develop and deliver a UK reward strategy aligned to organisational priorities, workforce plans and affordability targets.
•    Lead annual pay review activity, salary benchmarking, pay modelling and scenario analysis using credible market data.
•    Own reward frameworks including salary structures, job evaluation, grading, bonus and incentive design, benefits and recognition.
•    Strengthen reward governance by ensuring robust controls, clear approvals, accurate documentation and clear decision-making.
•    Provide expert advice on equal pay, pay transparency, gender pay gap reporting, pay policy statements and reward-related employment law.
•    Partner with Finance, Procurement and business leaders to balance competitiveness, fairness, employee experience and cost control.
•    Manage relationships with external advisers and providers such as survey houses, benefits vendors and job evaluation partners.
•    Support organisational change, restructures and workforce transformation by providing reward insight, risk assessment and implementation support.
•    Produce high-quality papers, dashboards and briefings for senior leaders, boards, committees and trade union consultation.
•    Coach HR colleagues and line managers on reward principles, pay decisions and the practical application of policy.

Your profile

Essential:
•    Significant experience in reward, compensation and benefits, or broader strategic HR roles with substantial reward accountability.
•    Strong technical knowledge of pay frameworks, job evaluation, benchmarking, benefits, pay modelling and reward governance.
•    Sound understanding of UK employment law and reward-related compliance, including equal pay, gender pay gap reporting and emerging pay transparency expectations.
•    Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify risks, and turn insight into clear recommendations.
•    Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing capability, with credibility at senior leadership level.
•    Experience of leading change, managing complexity and delivering to tight deadlines.

Desirable: 
•    Experience in organisations with complex governance and multiple employee populations.
•    CIPD qualification, specialist reward qualification, or equivalent professional expertise.
•    Experience of working with trade unions, remuneration committees, board papers or formal consultation processes.

Your qualities

• Competitive salary
• Personal development and Learning opportunities
• Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Electric vehicle charging at our sites
• In house Occupational Health Services
• Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
• Performance related benefits
• Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work, or buy and sell extra holiday
• Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

 Your contact

Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager

dominic.lindsey@uniper.energy

Please note, any CV’s sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV’s must be submitted via the online application process only.

 Job information 

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.