Compensation and Benefits Manager (all genders)

Job Description Team: Human Resources Job Location: Berlin, Germany, London, United Kingdom, Munich, Germany, Paris, France, Remote, Germany, Remote, Netherlands, Remote, United Kingdom Position Type: Permanent, Full-time Work Flexibility: Remote, Hybrid, Onsite Responsibilities: Group Salary Structure Development and Benchmarking Manage the group salary structure, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals and competitive market positioning and keep it updated Regularly review and update salary bands and grading structures to reflect market trends, internal equity, and organizational changes. Collaborate with HR and senior management to ensure salary structures are applied consistently across all regions. Conduct regular salary benchmarking to ensure the company’s compensation packages are competitive within the industry and across regions. Analyze market data and trends to make informed recommendations on salary adjustments and pay strategies. Work with external consultants and vendors as necessary to obtain accurate and up-to-date market data. Performance-Based Compensation: Design and manage performance-based compensation programs, including annual variable salaries, long-term incentives, and other variable pay structures. Collaborate with HR and management teams to align performance metrics with business objectives and ensure that performance-based pay effectively motivates and rewards employees. International Benefits Management: Develop and manage international benefits programs, including health, retirement, and welfare plans, ensuring they are groupwide consistent, competitive, compliant, and aligned with local regulations. Oversee the administration of international benefits, working closely with local HR teams to ensure smooth implementation and management. EU Pay Transparency directive: Follow the legal processes and adaptations in the countries that we operate in Design and manage the right measures to be compliant with the local laws Be the centerpoint of competence for HRBP, Talent Aquisiton and managers in the field Implement an information process and manage the internal tool Own the annual reporting Team Leadership: Lead and develop one direct report – a newly established role focused on HR Analytics & AI and the administration of Compensation & Benefits. Requirements: Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields. Certification in compensation and benefits (e.g., CCP, GRP) is a plus. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in compensation and benefits management, with a strong focus on international compensation. Proven experience working with German-headquartered companies, especially those operating in Europe. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make strategic recommendations. Excellent understanding of international compensation and benefits trends, practices, and regulations. Proficiency in salary benchmarking tools and compensation management software. Deep understanding of job grading including grading methods of WTW, Mercer or other providers. Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively present and explain complex compensation concepts to senior management and employees. Passion and Inspiration for innovative Compensation & Benefit approaches to become a driving force for change within the company. Experience with SAP SuccessFactors or other HR Management Systems preferred Takes initiatives and is self-driven #LI-KF1 #LI-Berlin #LI-Munich #LI-Paris #LI-London #LI-Hybrid #LI-RemoteGermany #LI-RemoteNetherlands #LI-RemoteUnitedKingdom