Reward Specialist - EU Pay Transparency

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 17 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Reward Specialist to join our team. As a Reward Specialist, you will support the Senior Reward Manager in delivering key reward initiatives across Europe and the USA. You will lead the implementation of the EU Pay Directive, including job evaluation, benchmarking, and the creation of pay structures. You’ll provide clear, data-driven insights to inform reward decisions, manage benefit renewals, and lead on gender pay gap reporting. Your role will be integral in aligning reward practices with Cognita’s strategic goals, employee value proposition, and ESG commitments, while ensuring compliance with evolving legislation and driving continuous improvement in reward strategy and communication.

Who we are looking for:

You are a highly analytical and organised reward professional with strong experience in compensation, benefits, and project delivery across multiple countries. You thrive on translating complex data into actionable insights and are confident advising senior stakeholders. With excellent communication skills and a hands-on, solutions-focused mindset, you adapt quickly to change and are comfortable managing multiple priorities. You bring a deep understanding of job evaluation, benchmarking, and legislative developments such as the EU Pay Directive. Your commitment to fairness, integrity, and continuous improvement makes you a trusted partner in delivering impactful reward outcomes. If you are a proactive, strategic thinker who thrives in dynamic environments and stays up to date with industry trends, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note this is a full-time temporary FTC until August 2026.

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Benefits At Cognita 

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Aviva Pension
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• MyStaffShop Discounts
• Private Medical Insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Professional Development
  
  

How To Apply

Please submit a completed Cognita application form via the Cognita Applicant Tracking System.

Closing Date for all Applications is Sunday 18th May 2025.

At Cognita Schools, we are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff, volunteers, and third parties to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment practices, pre-employment background checks will be conducted before any appointment is confirmed.

At Cognita, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. As a global community spanning over 94 nationalities, we know that our strength lies in our diversity. It’s what drives our success and makes Cognita a place where everyone can thrive.