Junior Employee Reward Consultant

EY People Advisory Services (PAS) within our Tax & Legal service line specializes in everything that has anything to do with people management. EY’s People Advisory Services help clients in designing and implementing an integrated people strategy. We provide advice on everything from planning development programs and remuneration packages, to efficiently managing global secondments and digitizing workflows.

Industries: You will not focus on a specific sector, you may work for clients active in the following sectors: Transport, logistics, manufacturing, oil & gas, pharma, retail, service providers, etc.

Shape the future with confidence.

The Opportunity: Your Next Adventure Awaits?

Join our dedicated reward team within the people advisory services department, consisting of over 30 remuneration experts, technology enthusiasts, and data wizards spread across 5 offices in Belgium. Our team focuses on improving reward policies and practices, supporting clients on topics ranging from reducing employment costs to setting up compensation & benefits strategies. We continuously update and inform our clients of legislative changes and innovations.

Our fields of play within the team :

• Employer Reward Experience
• Employee Reward Experience

Your role: As part of our Reward Team, you’ll guide employers in rethinking their compensation strategies so they can make the best choices for their people and their business. Your work will directly impact how companies compete in the war for talent and how employees experience their careers.

Your Key Responsibilities

As an Employee Reward Consultant, you’ll play a crucial role in helping companies design reward strategies that are fair, flexible, and future-ready. Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Analyzing and optimizing remuneration strategies and structures.
• Design and implement new reward models that fit modern expectations.
• Supporting studies and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Staying ahead of regulatory changes and tech innovations shaping HR & Reward.
• Researching and reporting on the EU Transparency Directive and its impact on pay policies.
• You’ll work on real impact projects that shape the future of work.
• You’ll gain expertise in HR, tax, and labor law trends.

Your Profile

• You will obtain a master’s degree in economics, Law, HR, Taxation, or a related field;
• You have excellent written and verbal communication in Dutch. Next to that, you are fluent in English;
• You have an innovative and collaborative mindset that strives to deliver the exceptional experience to our clients;
• You say “challenge” instead of “problem”;
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; proactive and a curious strategic thinker;
• A strong interest in social themes such as remuneration, equal pay, transparency, and Total Reward statements
• You are open to exploring to become a certified ITAA Tax advisor;
• You have a strong affinity with AI and genuine interest in applying new AI trends in a professional context.
• You are able to start in September 2027.

What’s In It For You

• EY Family – you become part of the EY Family providing you with all the necessary skills, training and opportunities; enabling you to grow to your fullest potential.
• Attractive remuneration package - We offer an attractive remuneration package; including a company car and charging card, iPhone plus subscription, health insurance, pension plan, meal vouchers, and eco vouchers. Thanks to our flex plan it is possible to choose what you value most.
• Mobility package - You’ll be able to opt-in for the mobility budget. In return for giving up your (right to a) company car, you’ll receive a monthly budget from EY as compensation. This budget will allow you to use your employer-provided compensation for alternative transportation means or similar benefits, incl. reimbursement of housing costs (on condition you live within 10km of your main place of employment).
• Flexible working arrangements - We are proud of our flexible working arrangements. We will actively support you in building a successful career and delivering excellent client service without sacrificing your personal priorities. We offer flexible working hours and working from home multiple days per week is possible.
• Inspiring work environment - At EY we are dedicated to providing you with an inspiring work environment. A work environment that allows you to further develop your skills and enables you to fulfill your true potential.
• Learning & personal growth - You will benefit from an onboarding program, receive extensive training and will be coached by