Reward and Benefits Analyst

Reward Partner

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Here at DWF, our HR function is evolving to deliver exceptional global people solutions that empower all colleagues to thrive. As part of this transformation, we are looking for a Reward Partner to help shape and deliver a global benefits strategy that enhances colleague experience, strengthens our EVP, and supports our ambitious business priorities. Joining a collaborative, forward‑thinking people team, you will play a key role influencing senior leaders, driving international benefits innovation, and ensuring our offering remains competitive, compliant, and aligned with the needs of a dynamic global business.

Working closely with the Director of Reward, you will contribute to the development and delivery of a global benefits strategy that supports DWF’s People and business goals. You will benchmark our offering against the external market, advise on enhancements, lead global benefit renewals, and ensure compliance with pension and regulatory requirements. You will also support harmonisation activity, and contribute to projects that modernise and refine our global benefits infrastructure.

In this role, you will manage key external provider relationships, oversee our benefits platform, and lead on flexible benefits programmes and financial wellbeing initiatives. You will partner with HR BPs and wider stakeholders to support the implementation of benefit changes, provide expert advice on day‑to‑day operations, and ensure effective communication of benefits principles across the organisation. You will also support the delivery of the Global Mobility Framework and participate in wider reward cycles and projects.

• Specialist experience in Benefits and Pensions, including international benefits exposure
• Proven track record developing and delivering benefit strategies
• Demonstrable experience leading benefits projects end‑to‑end
• Experience supporting flexible benefits programmes
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with ability to produce high‑quality reports and insights
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including influencing at senior levels

• Experience working within professional services
• Exposure to global mobility frameworks
• Strong external network within benefits and pensions
• CIPD qualification (or working towards)
• Experience supporting reward cycles or broader reward programmes
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast‑paced, multinational environment

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  General Business, Management, and Business Development
• Industries:
  Law Practice
• Location:
  
  Manchester, England, United Kingdom