AMS PSR

On behalf of the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, we are looking for a Reward Analyst (HEO) - Inside IR35 for a 5 month contract working on a Hybrid basis (1/2 days per week Manchester office and remaining WFH)

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport supports culture, arts, media, sport, tourism and civil society across every part of England — recognising the UK’s world-leading position in these areas and the importance of these sectors in contributing so much to our economy, way of life and our reputation around the world.

The department champions sport for all at every level, supports our world-leading cultural and creative industries, and enhances the cohesiveness of our communities.

The main duties and responsibilities of the Reward Analyst (HEO) would be to:

• Support design, implementation, and management of compensation and benefits programmes.
• Analyse compensation data, conduct market research, and ensure reward strategies are competitive and aligned with business objectives.
• Prepare and present reports on compensation and benefits metrics. Support the administration of employee benefits programme and schemes.
• Assist in the development and implementation of pay awards.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant employment laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.
• Provide guidance to employees and managers on compensation and benefits-related inquiries.
• Develop and deliver training sessions and materials to enhance understanding of compensation and benefits programs.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure successful project execution.

Essential:

• Data analysis skills
• Advanced Excel skills
• Comfortable with large data sets
• Public Sector experience
• Familiar with Civil Service Pay
• Experience of collaborating with other stakeholders

Desirable:

• Knowledgeable and confident in presenting work
• Experience of assisting with implementation of pay awards
• Experience with Civil Service pay arrangements beneficial

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Disability Confident 

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, DCMS guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply.

Armed Forces Covenant 

DCMS guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance.

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".