Pay and Reward Policy Advisor

We are looking to fill a Pay and Reward Advisor role within the DWP Pay, Reward and Honours Team. The team sits within People Services and Resourcing Directorate within People, Capability and Place Group., As a member of DWP's Pay, Reward and Honours Team, the post holder will take on a range of duties that may change due to business need, evolving priorities and team structure. Some examples of the type of work include:
+ Supporting on the review of current policies and processes and developing changes to enable transformation of the new HR/payroll system and ensure policies are fit for purpose.
+ Ensuring overtime compliance monitoring activities are continued and overseen, ensuring compliance with departmental policy.
+ Working with our Shared Service supplier and People and Capability community to devise and implement a feasible operating model for overpayment recovery and appeals.
+ Reviewing Retention and Recruitment and flexible starting pay business cases for consistency, providing support and challenge to business areas.
+ Supporting in the regular running of Increased Holiday Pay procedures and quarterly payments.
+ Upskilling HRBP community on Pay and Reward policies and processes.
+ Ensuring published processes are clear and that shared service providers are actively following published procedure.
+ Contributing to planning and delivery of annual delegated pay awards.
+ Supporting allowance reviews and audits, particularly in the context of both DDAT pay and Digital Allowance.
+ Assisting in application of pay policies and resolve pay issues for DWP employees and employees on protected non-DWP Terms and Conditions working closely with the Transfers teams.
+ Managing correspondence including briefings for senior officials, PQs and FoIs with due regard to deadlines and department protocols.
+ Providing expert advice to the business and senior stakeholders on complex pay policy issues and queries to deliver the right solution for the department.
+ Collaborating with and supporting colleagues across a small and flexible team to achieve team objectives., We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
+ Making Effective Decisions
+ Delivering at Pace
+ Communicating and Influencing
+ Working Together, The CV is an on-line tool accessed through the Civil Service Jobsite and there is no requirement to upload your personal CV. Our CV element is short, and allows an initial check of eligibility, so please put the main content of your evidence and skills in your Personal Statement.
Personal Statement
When completing your Personal Statement (maximum 1000 word count), please read and understand the Key Criteria thoroughly as this is what your written evidence will be assessed against. Your layout is entirely your preference; you may choose narrative, bullets, etc. You may choose to address each criteria separately, however, one narrative example may cover and evidence several key criteria. You may not be able to meet all the key criteria, but please ensure you evidence: the key personal requirements and what have you done that relates to the requirements. You don’t have to explain the whole process, just what you have done and the skills and experience you have used. Share with us what makes you suited to this role and why, what you can do and the skills you have that are transferable to the key requirements, and the life experience or passion you have that are linked to this role.
The written sift will be conducted using evidence from Personal Statement (this should be 1000 words maximum) and will be assessed against the Key Criteria within the advert. In the event of a large number of applications we will use the Lead Criteria to initially assess your application during the Sift stage. Lead Criteria:
'Proven and demonstrable experience of working in developing, maintaining and advising on HR and Reward policies and processes'.
Candidates who pass the initial Sift may be progressed to a full Sift or direct to interview.
Virtual Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a video interview via MS teams. The interview panel will be a minimum of two people. The interview will assess Behaviours and Strengths. The interview aims to be more of a conversation exploring the candidate’s capability for the role. Candidates will be asked further probing questions to determine suitability for the role.
Sift and interview dates to be confirmed.
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We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic individual with extensive experience in HR Policy and Process who is interested in developing into a Pay and Reward Professional and Subject Matter Expert. This is an exciting opportunity to develop deep expertise across a wide range of Pay and Reward areas. It is a highly visible role working across DWP and will provide a fantastic opportunity for people who really enjoy the challenge of delivering within a complex and fast paced subject area., + Proven and demonstrable experience of developing, maintaining and advising on HR and Reward policies and processes. (Lead criteria)
+ Excellent team working skills, with an ability to confidently work autonomously, with pace and with attention to detail.
+ Strong drafting and written and oral communication skills and confidence to inform and influence senior leaders, e.g. drafting and reviewing business cases and policies.
+ Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to problem solve and make strong evidence-based decisions.
+ An ability to understand complex data sets and situations, assess risks and develop a range of credible options and make strong evidence-based recommendations., Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
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Alongside your salary of £37,497, Department for Work and Pensions contributes £10,862 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
DWP have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:
+ Working patterns to support work/life balance such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time and compressed hours.
+ Generous annual leave – at least 23 days on entry, increasing up to 30 days over time (pro–rata for part time employees), plus 9 days public and privilege leave.
+ Support for financial wellbeing, including interest-free season ticket loans for travel, a cycle to work scheme and an employee discount scheme.
+ Health and wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme for specialist advice and counselling and the opportunity to join HASSRA a first-class programme of competitions, activities and benefits for its members (subscription payable monthly).
+ Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and shared parental leave pay after 1 year’s continuous service.
+ Funded learning and development to support progress in your role and career. This includes industry recognised qualifications and accreditations, coaching, mentoring and talent development programmes.
+ An inclusive and diverse environment with opportunities to join professional and interpersonal networks including Women’s Network, National Race Network, National Disability Network (THRIVE) and many more.