NHS Human Services, Inc.

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations.With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well. The Role: Senior Manager, Performance & RewardThe Global Senior Manager, Performance and Reward Manager will be responsible for supporting a sustainable high performance culture through the design and implementation of comprehensive performance and reward programmes.This is high level role for a decision maker, influencer and trusted advisor with proven successes in creating and contributing to an international reward strategy.A track record of advanced technical skills across compensation and benefits, coupled with strong ability to transform reward strategy in line with business performance will be required in order to discharge the role and grow within the organizationThe Global Performance & Reward team is a centre of excellence (COE) within the HR function with accountability for reward governance and compliance and the development and management of our reward frameworks globally

In conjunction with the VP & Snr Director Performance & Reward, formulate a reward strategy that fosters a robust performance management culture throughout the organisation for all employees;

Develop a meaningful and targeted reward system that aligns with ICON’s business objectives and maintains a competitive and equitable compensation and benefits structure that will attract, engage, recognise and reward high performing employees;

Analyse and report on various components related to total reward issues, including advice and support to business leaders regarding interpreting policy and plans. Make recommendations to leadership and HR regarding plans that require review to drive efficiency and cost effectiveness;

Work closely with HR business partners to ensure a comprehensive and continuous link between performance and reward;

Develop and drive a strategy to achieve a high performance culture of execution and personal accountability in the region(s);

Where appropriate proactively manage and work with colleagues in the reward team, and their monitoring of market trends and financial aspects of the compensation, benefit, and reward programs to ensure they are cost effective, internally equitable and externally competitive;

Take ownership for communication & implementation of all compensation benefit programs, policies and procedures within the region(s);

Direct the development and implementation of the systems and tools that support company-wide reward management programs, support colleagues globally and Reward Operations when doing so;

Direct the efficient management of vendor performance and relationships to ensure all performance commitments are satisfied and ICON are receiving the highest level of service;

Continually review existing processes to maximise efficiency levels and seamless delivery of services

Build relationships with, advise, manage, support and challenge the Performance and Reward team, our existing and prospective external vendors along with senior leaders and internal partners across finance, payroll, legal and HR (including HR Service Centre, TA & HRM/HRBP teams) on our Reward programmes and strategy. Effective communication & education is key to ensure an excellent employee experience in line with ICON’s broader strategy.

Ensure that global gender & minority pay gap reporting, pay transparency and ESG governance, compliance and metrics are developed, smoothly managed, supported and maintained in line with legal and regulatory requirements from a reward perspective. This will involve ownership and accountability for these areas from a reward perspective globally and supporting with various data analysis projects and disclosures.

Ensure that our processes, policies and philosophy with respect to gender and minority pay gap reporting and pay transparency is effectively communicated to employees and the business.

Keep up to date and interpret new legal, regulatory, compliance and market developments with respect to Reward (in particular with respect to gender/minority pay & pay transparency) making recommendations where plans or policies may need review etc.

Lead & partner with the Reward team to deliver annual performance & reward compensation review process via plan design, configuration, metrics/reporting, communications and programme delivery working with key senior internal stakeholders.

Support M&A due diligence/integration activity and change management/transformation projects as required. To be successful in the role, you will ideally have:

Minimum of 8 -13 years progressive experience in a reward/compensation, finance (Accounting/Tax/Payroll) or HR role in consulting or industry.

Suitable academic qualifications at Professional, Degree or Masters level.

International experience is essential for this role as this will be a Global role , spanning North America, LatAM, APAC and Europe.

Self-starter & self-sufficient with proven ability to consistently work on own initiative / independently, demonstrate accountability/ownership, deliver high quality output seamlessly within agreed deadlines and manage/balance multiple tasks simultaneously.

Demonstrates strong work ethic and drive, is agile/adaptable and is strong at working with urgency under pressure to a high standard in a dynamic business.

Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and strong time management, prioritisation and project management skills covering all aspects of projects from planning to execution/delivery.

Strong business acumen, team contributor/collaborator and personal development/self-awareness skills.

Results orientated & practical with unstructured problem solving and decision making/strategic thinking expertise.

Analytical with strong data analysis/excel acumen with ability to provide practical recommendations to leadership and HR teams (with a focus on driving efficiencies and cost effectiveness).

Excellent communicator and should possess strong facilitation/presentation and vendor/stakeholder management skills.

Experience working with senior and executive leaders an advantage.

Experience developing, documenting, improving, and streamlining processes and controls. Benefits of Working in ICON: Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs. In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.#LI-DK1