HR Policy andamp; Reward Specialist - Local Government£358 per day (Inside IR35)Contract: 2-3 months (potential for extension)Hybrid - South London We''re looking for an exceptional HR Policy andamp; Reward Specialist to lead on the pay and reward agenda for a major transformation programme within a large public sector organisation. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strategic vision and the humility to understand the context and success factors of the organisation to deliver lasting change.You''ll oversee three key workstreams - Legacy projects, business as usual, and future reward scoping, including a full pay and grading review. The role also supports the implementation of a new ERP system, so experience aligning pay and reward frameworks to large-scale system transformations will be key.This organisation is deeply committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism. You''ll play a vital part in embedding these values across the workforce.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadershipLead and provide strategic direction on pay, performance management, reward and benefits strategies.Drive reviews of pay and grading structures, market factors, and non-financial recognition initiatives.Partner with Trade Unions on pay negotiations, working closely with the Head of HR Policy andamp; Projects.Lead a small, high-performing team to deliver impactful change projects.Ensure ERP implementation aligns with governance, sustainability, and reward objectives.Collaborate closely w