Compensation & Benefits Expert

We are PHOENIX Pharma, part of PHOENIX Group - Europe’s leading pharmaceutical wholesaler, pharmacy operator and service provider for the pharmaceutical industry. Every day we provide our clients with medicines and medical products that are always in the right place at the right time in all 29 countries where PHOENIX Group is represented. The vision of the PHOENIX Group is to be the partner of choice for simple and direct access to healthcare products and services across Europe.

At PHOENIX Pharma we share one cause – to contribute to the better future for healthcare. We believe that people are at the heart of our success.

People who share our ideas, take an active stance, and want to be better at everything, every day. If you believe in the culture of „growing together “and share our cause for the health of Bulgarian society, join us.

People we support, value, and develop. People to whom we offer not only the stability and security of a company that is a market leader and preferred international partner for direct access to healthcare services and products, but also the opportunity to contribute to our innovative business strategy and the ever-evolving technologies we create.

We are looking for an experienced Compensation & Benefits Expert to join our HR team. The role will be responsible for implementing, and managing competitive compensation and benefits programs that support business goals, ensure internal equity, and comply with local and EU regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Play a leading role in designing, reviewing, and maintaining compensation structures, salary grids, and grading frameworks;
• Conduct market benchmarking and salary surveys to ensure market competitiveness;
• Analyze compensation data, trends, and KPIs;
• prepare reports and recommendations for management;
• Provide regular reporting and data-driven insights on compensation, benefits, and workforce cost trends to support business and strategic decision-making;
• Support annual compensation review processes (salary increases, bonuses, promotions);
• Manage and continuously improve benefits programs (e.g. health insurance, bonuses, perks);
• Ensure compliance with labor legislation, internal policies, and audit requirements;
• Support ad hoc compensation and benefits projects and initiatives;
• Responsible for HR reporting, including the preparation, analysis, and presentation of HR reports and key HR metrics.

The role will be a perfect match for you if you are or possess:

• Experience in multinational or matrix organizations;
• Exposure to complex bonus schemes and incentive plans;
• Participation in various C&B projects.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits, Total Rewards, or similar HR role;
• Solid understanding of compensation frameworks, job evaluation, and market analysis;
• Experience with salary benchmarking tools and external surveys;
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel / HR systems proficiency;
• Knowledge of labor law and compensation-related compliance requirements;
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive data;
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills;
• Fluent English (written and spoken).

The company offers:

• An opportunity to join a stable, international organization with a leading market presence across Europe;
• A positive and supportive team of experienced professionals;
• Comprehensive onboarding and initial training;
• Real prospects for professional growth and long-term career development;
• Additional health insurance, including dental coverage;
• Monthly food vouchers worth 102,26 euro;
• Sport cards at preferential rates;
• Corporate discounts on various products and services;
• Special gifts for personal and company occasions;
• A flexible hybrid work model.

Please send us your recent resume if you recognize this role as a career opportunity for you. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

All applications will be treated in strict confidentiality.