Total Rewards Business Partner – UK & MEAR Region

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As part of the Total Rewards Excellence team the Total Rewards Business Partner (TRBP) is responsible for routine advisory on Compensation & Benefits topics. The Total Rewards Business Partner will analyse data related to compensation, benefits, and other reward programs to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.

TRBP will closely partner with the Total Rewards Consultant to deliver comprehensive Total Rewards support to their respective client group and/or geography.  The TRBP – UK & Middle East, Africa, Russia will be responsible for providing support to multiple countries representing a total population of approx. 2,000 employees.

The role will report to Snr. Manager, Total Rewards Business Partner – Europe/MEAR/JAPAC. 

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for routine inquiries from Business Human Resources (BHR) and Talent Acquisition (TA)
• Conduct job evaluations and benchmarking to determine the appropriate job compensation grade
• Build and maintain market composites in the Comp Analyst benchmarking software
• Responsible for annual compensation and benefits practice survey submissions for assigned client group and/or geographic region
• Create Internal and External compensation offers (new hires, promotions, BSAs, lateral moves, demotions)
• Provide sign-on bonus/ LTI buyout calculations and advisory to BHR/ TA
• Conduct cyclical audits of compensation data in Workday
• Provide ad hoc support to Total Rewards Consultants for various market or internal analyses requests
• Provide Pay Equity reporting support, as needed
• Lead the analytical and operational support of Annual Rewards Planning for assigned client group/region:
  • Responsible for annual data audits (pro-rations, leaves, splitters, FTE status)
  • RPT system testing support
  • RPT co-planner file completion
  • Supplemental/overwrite file completion
• Responsible for preparing country salary structures
• Responsible for gathering market data and providing country’s annual merit recommendations
• Responsible for leading and completing the annual benefit policy and contract renewals for assigned medium and small business units/countries within the Region cluster
• Provides support to TR Consultant for completing the annual benefit policy/contract renewal for assigned large business unit/country

• Advanced understanding of Compensation & Benefits concepts and administration
• Work autonomously or with limited support
• Ability to use previous reward/compensation/benefits experience to complete new tasks
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and identify trends
• Advanced competency in Excel required

Behaviors/ Ways of Working

• Deals comfortably with ambiguity and changing course when needed
• Work collaboratively with other Reward team members,  BHR and Talent Acquisition stakeholders
• Proactive and solution orientated
• Keeps an enterprise and one team mindset with common goals and strategies

AbbVie's UK offices in Maidenhead prioritize accessibility and employee well-being, creating a welcoming environment for everyone. The office includes a large car park for easy access, as well as step-free entry, accessible restrooms, and elevators to accommodate individuals with mobility challenges. The workspace features assistive technologies and adaptable workstations, fostering an inclusive culture. Additionally, there is a dedicated quiet zone for those who prefer to work without distraction. This area maximizes natural light and is strategically positioned for easy access with minimal noise disturbances. If you need specific information or have questions about accessibility arrangements, please let us know during the process.

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