Executive Reward Manager - 6 Month FTC

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Job Description

Executive Reward Manager

6 Month Fixed Term Contract

UK - Travel to London will be required

Hybrid

Reporting to the VP Reward, the Executive Reward Manager (Interim) will manage and drive the executive reward process for Pearson. The Executive Reward Manager will have close working relationships with Group Finance, Investor Relations, Company Secretarial, Tax and Global Mobility. They will be seen as the trusted advisor and will work closely with VP reward, total reward as well as senior stakeholders to bring pragmatic executive reward solutions.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting throughout yearly remuneration committee and Annual General Meeting cycle, drafting and, in some cases, checking papers, working materials and backup analysis
• Managing analysis and drawing conclusions for target setting, remuneration benchmarking and valuation of benefits and equity awards
• Provide support for the assessment, design, implementation as well as
• Review of the global career framework at senior levels
• Perform industry and financial research related to compensation strategy and design
• Identify best practices and emerging trends in executive compensation; to include regulatory, legislative and shareholder developments and identify issues that impact compensation strategy and design
• Develop pay structures and incentive designs that help support business strategy
• Standardisation of policies and processes
• Understanding and maintaining of information ensuring data integrity and appropriate protection
• Working with Group Finance to ensure reward metrics are tracked and reported accurately
• Partner on other projects as assigned Author: SB Page 2 of 2 Classification: Public/Pearson Internal/Pearson Public

About you

The ideal candidate would be experienced in working within a complex medium to large organisation AND/OR within Consultancy. You will have a passion for solving problems and have the ability to think holistically when considering executive reward.

Further Key requirements for the role include:

• Experience of UK executive remuneration regulation and remuneration committee work for listed companies, including drafting experience on Directors' Remuneration Reports.
• In depth knowledge of tax, corporate finance, regulatory and accounting requirements as they relate to executive reward
• Passion and skill to engage in analytic and pragmatic problem solving
• Ability to see the broader picture and how reward fits into business strategy
• Ability to manage multiple projects and project components with inter-related asset and timing dependencies
• Highly collaborative individual who is seen the "trusted advisor" across functional groups and senior stakeholders
• Clear communication and attention to detail

Desirable but not essential:

• Experience of share plans administration & certification in share plans (such as ICSA)
• Experience of collaborating with mobility teams on support for mobile senior executives
• Experience using Adobe InCopy

Your rewards & benefits

We know you'll do great work, so we give a lot back with some of the best benefits in the business. We know that one size doesn't fit all, so our workplace programs meet the different needs of our diverse teams, and their families too.

There is a range of options, see some of them shared here:

• A competitive salary
• A fantastic pension plan, where Pearson double what you contribute.
• Flexibility First workplace - options of remote and hybrid arrangements available (Note: travel to London would be required quarterly)

Pearson's other benefits also include private dental care, private medical insurance, digital GP service, season ticket loan, eye tests, cycle to work scheme, volunteering days, employee wellbeing assistance discounted retail and leisure products and services from leading companies and much more. See full offering here:

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About Us

What to expect from Pearson

Did you know Pearson is one of the 10 most innovative education companies of 2022?

At Pearson, we add life to a lifetime of learning so everyone can realize the life they imagine. We do this by creating vibrant and enriching learning experiences designed for real-life impact. We are on a journey to be 100 percent digital to meet the changing needs of the global population by developing a new strategy with ambitious targets.

To deliver on our strategic vision, we have five business divisions that are the foundation for the long-term growth of the company: Assessment & Qualifications, Virtual Learning, English Language Learning, Workforce Skills and Higher Education. Alongside these, we also have our corporate divisions: Digital & Technology, Finance, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications, Human Resources, Legal, Strategy and Direct to Consumer. Learn more at We are Pearson.

We value the power of an inclusive culture and a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to creating a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.

Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.

If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com.

To learn more about Pearson's commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, navigate to: http://www.pearson.com/careers/diversity-and-inclusion.html.

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