Reward and Benefits Advisor

Reward & Benefits Advisor

We have an exciting opportunity to join us at Covéa Insurance as a Reward & Benefits Advisor
, within our HR & Learning Team.

At Covéa Insurance
, we’re all about protecting what matters most – whether it’s your home, your car, or your business. With our award‑winning customer service and a wide range of insurance products, we’re here to make a real difference.

This is a hybrid position, combining the best of both worlds – working from home and spending time in our Halifax office. It is a full‑time role, but part‑time candidates (30 hours per week over four days) are also considered.

• Drive engagement with company benefits; monitor uptake and enhance our reward offering in line with the reward strategy.
• Lead benefit renewals and annual enrolments, managing third‑party providers and brokers, with support from the Head of People Services & Insight.
• Act as the go‑to expert for reward and benefits, resolving employee queries and providing clear guidance.
• Support annual performance bonus and pay review processes.
• Lead benchmarking and job evaluation exercises, advise stakeholders, and ensure consistent application of the reward structure.
• Partner with payroll to ensure smooth handovers and handle complex escalations.
• Maintain all reward documentation, intranet content, Teams channels, and benefits platform.
• Deliver benefit cycles (e.g., Cycle to Work, holiday buy/sell) and publish Total Reward Statements.
• Create and execute communication plans to help employees maximise their benefits.

• Proven experience in Pay & Reward, with a strong understanding of compensation strategies and benefits frameworks.
• Skilled in analysing large, complex data sets and translating insights into actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Expertise in influencing and negotiating contracts to deliver cost‑effective solutions and maximise value.
• Hands‑on experience with job matching and benchmarking methodologies (e.g., Willis Towers Watson).
• Advanced numerical and analytical capability, including expert‑level proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, with clear and confident written and verbal communication skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of UK pay and benefits trends, coupled with a solid grasp of relevant legislation.
• Highly organised and self‑driven, able to manage competing priorities and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Preferred: CIPD/CIPP/Pay qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Strong understanding of what attracts and retains top talent, with a proactive, resilient, and action‑oriented approach.

• Flexible working – 36.25 hours a week with flexitime & hybrid options.
• Annual pay review – plus performance bonuses (up to 30% depending on level).
• Generous holidays – 25–27 days + bank holidays, with buy/sell options.
• Pension – 7.5% employer contribution, rising to 9% with your input.
• Diversity, equity & inclusion commitment with employee‑led community groups and ongoing learning.
• Dedicated well‑being support via the Wellbeing group.
• Career growth – training, qualifications & apprenticeships.
• Health & wellbeing – private medical cover, 24/7 virtual GP, health checks, flu jabs & more.
• Drive in style – Tusker Car Scheme with fully maintained insured vehicles.
• Extra savings – gym discounts, Cycle to Work, and retail offers via Perkpal.
• And more!

Up to £35,000 (depending on experience).

36.25 hours per week.

Hybrid – home and Halifax office. Applicants must currently reside in the United Kingdom and possess full and unrestricted right to work in the UK. This role is not subject to visa sponsorship.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to fair and accessible recruitment. If you need any adjustments, support or alternative application options during the recruitment process, please reach out to Megan Barraclough or contact r

Apply today and be part of our journey.