Reward Manager - Dublin

Reward Manager

General Information
 
Location: Dublin
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: No
Business Area: UKI Core Business Services
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 12 Months
 
The opportunity

At EY, we’re building a better working world — and that starts with how we reward and support our people. As a Reward Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping how we recognise and reward talent across the organisation. This is your chance to lead meaningful change, influence strategic decisions, and ensure our reward practices are fair, forward-thinking, and aligned with our purpose-led culture.

You’ll be joining a collaborative and people-focused team that’s passionate about creating a workplace where everyone feels valued. If you’re looking to make a real impact and help drive EY’s commitment to equity and excellence, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Contract Details: This is a fixed-term contract (FTC), providing an opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's reward initiatives.
 
Your key responsibilities

Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional project related to reward initiatives, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful execution and delivery of project outcomes.

Data Analysis and Reporting: Conduct regular analysis of compensation data, including benchmarking against industry standards, to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in reward practices.

Policy Review and Enhancement: Review and update reward policies and practices to ensure compliance with legal requirements and alignment with best practices, making recommendations for enhancements as needed.

Stakeholder Communication: Collaborate with HR, finance, and leadership teams to communicate reward strategies and initiatives effectively, ensuring understanding and buy-in from all stakeholders.

Training and Development: Develop and deliver training programs for managers and employees on reward practices, policies, and tools 
 

Skills and attributes for success

We’re looking for someone who:

    · Has a strong understanding of reward frameworks and how they support business and people strategies.
    · Is confident working with data — drawing insights, spotting patterns, and translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations.
    · Communicates clearly and effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
    · Thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys leading projects with purpose.
    · Brings a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for fairness and inclusion.

Qualifications:

    · Proven experience in HR, compensation analysis, or a related field.
    · Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
    · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with various senior stakeholders.
    · Ability to lead projects and work collaboratively within a team.
 

Ideally, you’ll also have:

    · Familiarity with reward benchmarking tools or platforms.
    · A background in HR, finance, or consulting with exposure to reward strategy.
    · We are particularly interested in candidates who have previously demonstrated their capabilities in similar roles and leading Reward projects. 
     

What we look for

You’re someone who’s curious, inclusive, and driven by purpose. You bring fresh thinking, embrace change, and are always looking for ways to improve how things are done. You care about people, fairness, and making a difference — and you’re ready to lead with confidence.

What we offer you

At EY, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll find a place where your ideas are heard, your growth is supported, and your wellbeing matters. We offer flexible working, continuous learning, and the chance to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of work. You’ll be empowered to lead, grow, and make your mark in a culture that values trust, collaboration, and innovation.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodations you may need.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

IMPORTANT: Where Agency assistance is required, our Talent Team will engage directly with suppliers. CVs / Profiles should not be shared directly with Hiring Managers. Unsolicited CVs / Profiles supplied to EY by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role.