Compensation & Benefits Specialist Senior

We are strengthening our Compensation & Benefits function to support a growing international team and evolving people processes. We are looking for a Senior Compensation & Benefits Specialist who will take ownership of benefits operations, provider management, budgeting, and process improvements across HQ locations. This role combines operational work with project ownership and cross-functional collaboration across People, Payroll, Finance, HR Admin, IT, and external providers. Challenges that await you: Manage day-to-day employee benefits operations across HQ locations (excluding Mexico) Coordinate benefit providers, contracts, and related operational processes Lead launches and improvements of benefits programs, including insurance, language-learning, and wellness initiatives Drive automation and optimization of Compensation & Benefits processes Participate in budgeting, benefits cost control, and financial planning Develop and maintain benefits policies, guidelines, and internal knowledge base Collaborate cross-functionally with Payroll, Finance, HR Admin, IT, and external providers Act as a key point of expertise for Compensation & Benefits processes within the company What makes you a great fit: 5+ years of experience in Compensation & Benefits, Payroll Operations, or HR Operations Strong experience managing employee benefits in an international environment Experience working with external vendors and service providers Strong organizational and process management skills Analytical mindset and attention to detail Experience driving process improvements or automation initiatives is a plus Advanced Excel / Google Sheets skills English — Upper-Intermediate (B2) or higher Russian language proficiency is required Our ways of working: Innovative Spirit: A commitment to creativity and groundbreaking solutions Honest Feedback: valuing open, transparent communication Supportive Team: a strong, collaborative community Celebrating Achievements: recognizing our wins together High-Tech Environment: a team full of smart and revolutionary people who date to challenge the status quo of incumbent finances Our benefits: Relocation support to one of our hubs — Serbia, Georgia, Kazakhstan or Cyprus — with assistance for the employee and their family Flexible work from our office or remote Healthcare Coverage Education Budget: Language lessons, professional training and certifications Wellness Budget: Mental health and fitness activity reimbursements Vacation policy: 20 days of annual leave and paid sick leave