Compensation and Benefits Manager

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Asahi UK (AUK), part of Asahi Europe & International Ltd, aims to enrich consumer experiences through innovation, high-quality service and an exceptional portfolio of premium beer, ale and cider brands including, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Asahi Super Dry, Meantime, Fuller's London Pride and Cornish Orchards. Our aim is to be the leading super premium beer business in the UK, through a brand mix that creates a compelling proposition. At AUK we operate as an end to end business unit responsible for sales, marketing, customer operations, production, supply chain and wholesale operations in the UK & Ireland. For further information, visit www.asahibeer.co.uk

Asahi Europe & International is a subsidiary of Asahi Group Holdings Ltd, a global beverage and food company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. Employing > 12,000 people, Asahi Europe & International is the custodian for leading super premium lager brands Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch, Asahi Super Dry, plus international Czech lager brands, Pilsner Urquell and Kozel. The business has world-class brewing and production facilities in 8 markets - UK, NL, ITL, PL, CZ, SK, HU, RO. In most of these markets, we are the leading brewer with full portfolio of famous brands. Commercial operations in other parts of Europe, USA, Canada, LatAm, Africa and Asia are served through our global distribution network. With state-of-the-art facilities, some of the best brewers in the world, quality ingredients, and a culture based on innovation and collaboration, Asahi offers the best quality of beer to beer lovers worldwide. More information can be found at www.asahiinternational.com

Compensation and Benefits Manager:

Key Purpose Statement:

The Compensation & Benefits (C&B) Manager will be accountable for shaping and driving the C&B agenda and strategy for the business. This role will have specific responsibility for the collaborative implementation of C&B practices & policies that attract and retain high quality talent, motivate and reward performance, and ensure equitable remuneration.

The C&B Manager is accountable for regularly reviewing and evaluating Asahi's C&B approaches in the UK against the organisational strategy to ensure they are fit-for-purpose. They will continually develop current and future C&B policies that are appropriate considering market trends and priorities, and aligned to AEI C&B principles and philosophy.

They will work closely with the benefit providers; maintaining the relationships, managing the yearly renewals process, and ensuring there is proper governance, application, and administration of all the benefits schemes.

Key Accountabilities:

The C&B Manager is responsible for the following key outputs and accountabilities:

• Support the Head of HR Operations & Reward to define and manage the pay and benefits proposition within global and regional frameworks in alignment with our overall company strategy, growth plans and culture
• Actively contribute to the HR team to drive best practice and ensure the reward strategy supports the business's short and long-term objectives
• Overall management of the employee benefits schemes, including annual renewal, monthly administration and communication to colleagues
• Own the relationship with benefits providers, ensuring the company's needs are met and services are delivered effectively
• Managing the benefits platforms, including regular audits and checking for fit-for-purpose and data integrity
• Work with the Head of HR Operations & Reward to define the C&B total offering, strategy, and objectives. Ensure this is communicated and marketed to all employees for their awareness and understanding of the total Asahi C&B opportunity
• Ensure reward is tailored to country legislation, local business priorities and existing C&B practices
• Keep up to date with legislative changes that impact C&B and consider how they may affect local practice
• Ensure regular benchmarking and market research on pay and benefits is undertaken to enable Asahi to remain competitive and an employer of choice, and recommending enhancements to current schemes as necessary
• Manage Asahi's approach to job evaluation to maintain consistency and fairness
• Support the Head of Operations & Reward on the communication and management of the various incentive schemes for employees. This includes short term incentives (STI/bonus schemes) and long-term incentives (LTI)
• Lead the design, communication and management of the local functional incentive schemes, including Manufacturing & Supply Chain incentive
• Conduct and analyse annual market pay and benefits surveys and determine new pay scales
• Leading the annual pay review and bonus review process and reports to support the budget process and annual reward ranges
• Involvement in preparation of employee Total Reward Statements
• Set up and implement road shows to communicate our full offering to all sites
• Keep the Compensation module within HOPS (SAP Success Factors) up to date and manage the calendar yearly to ensure all key dates are met
• Work with managers to ascertain C&B requirements for key individuals in their respective teams
• Ownership and accountability of all C&B policies and procedures
• Contribute to ad hoc project work where C&B is involved or impacted
• Cover for the Head of HR Operations & Reward, as required

Experience Required:

• A relevant HR or business-related degree and post graduate qualification would be advantageous.
• Extensive HR experience (including proven C&B experience) with a strong operational and execution focus,
• Experience within the FMCG industry is preferred but not essential.
• Strong working knowledge of employment laws associated with C&B
• Qualified in job evaluation methodology, preferably Korn Ferry Hay method
• Ability to analyse data and provide performance and reward related insights on individuals or groups to managers and HR specialists to aid value-add decision making
• Proven experience of the development and utilisation of HR systems to maximise efficiency, reduce cost and enhance user experience
• Ability to develop detailed C&B plans in line with company strategy
• Proven experience of managing C&B processes, such as annual pay review, bonus/incentive payments, annual renewal of benefits, job evaluation and salary benchmarking
• Ability to answer employee and manager queries regarding C&B procedures, policies and systems.
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Key Attributes of the Successful Person:

• Willingness to take a hands-on approach with a can-do attitude
• Energetic, pragmatic, and positive approach
• Highly collaborative, team orientated mind-set
• Strong organisational skills and a high level of attention to detail
• Proven experience in managing external provider relationships
• Experience in adapting policies and processes
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to adapt to a fast paced and changing environment

We are committed to nurturing a workplace where we celebrate and respect difference, and support everyone to be true to who they are! At Asahi Europe and International we believe you can SHINE AS YOU ARE - no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs. We want to support you to be courageous in your individuality and to know that whoever you are and whatever your circumstances, you can belong with us without having to conform.