Build it. Refine it. Run it with confidence. $140,000 - $150,000 + superPermanent full-timeInner South-East Melbourne What's the brief? This is a hands-on remuneration role sitting in a small but growing reward function that’s still very much in build-and-refine mode. They've laid strong foundations across frameworks, processes, policies and job architecture. Now it’s about maturity, consistency and running cycles well, while continuing to lift capability across the business. You’ll be working closely with a leader who is invested, motivated and genuinely keen to set you up for success. Is this your perfect match? This role has visibility, trust and influence, and will suit someone who enjoys ownership rather than waiting for perfect resourcing. If you're half analytical superstar, and half genuine relationship builder, this one is for you! What you'll be doing Owning and running the annual remuneration cycle, including planning, forecasting and deliveryAdministering and evolving the job architecture framework, including evaluation, grading and Mercer benchmarkingLeading and coordinating remuneration and benefits projects, including incentive redesigns and broader transformation workManaging multiple STI programs across different cohortsPartnering with the business to improve alignment between incentives, performance and experienceOverseeing benefit programs and working with vendors and internal teamsBuilding Excel-based models and scenarios that leaders can actually understand and act onAnalysing market and internal data to ensure reward decisions are competitive, equitable and commercially soundDelivering cyclical reporting including gender pay equity and regulatory requirementsTurning data into a clear story, not just a spreadsheetPartnering closely with finance, operations leaders, tech and senior stakeholdersWorking with GMs and senior leaders (and occasionally C-suite) to support decision-making What you'll bring Strong experience in remuneration or total rewards within a complex environment (ideally retail) Advanced Excel capability and confidence building models and scenariosExperience working with incentive plans across multiple cohortsExposure to large-scale or transformational reward projects is a strong plusComfort working in systems such as Workday and Mercer benchmarking toolsCommercial judgement and the ability to balance rigour with realityClear, confident communication and the ability to educate leadersStrong organising and prioritisation skills in a lean teamA collaborative, grounded leadership style with ambition to grow