Global Compensation & Benefits Manager

My client is a mid-sized company, based in Lausanne.

Reporting to the Global Head of HR, this role focuses on designing, improving and implementing global C&B strategy which are aligned with business objectives.

This role is both hands-on and strategic and requires a pragmatic and flexible profile with strong interpersonal and technical skills.

Description

• Lead the global annual merit and bonus process for senior management, including collection of recommendations, consolidation for review, and communication of approvals
• Implement and manage a global compensation planning and reporting database tool for compensation processes, deferred and long-term incentive compensation tracking and ad hoc reporting
• Liaise with finance to manage the annual global compensation reconciliation, accruals and bonus pool
• Implement solid processes to ensure data accuracy in HR Systems
• Define and implement a global job architecture and evaluation system as well as bench-marking methodologies and tools
• Design, implement and update global compensation, benefits and global mobility policies, guidelines and processes
• Provide guidance to Managers and HRBPs on the global mobility process, ensuring compliance with global policies
• Administer the Company's Management Stock Plan in collaboration with legal and finance
• Manage and improve the global benefits programs, including the global pension plan, health and life insurance
• Oversee local compensation and benefits practices in Group companies in close collaboration with HRBPs and ensure compliance and alignment
• Conduct global market analysis, compensation bench-marking, and surveys to ensure the company remains competitive for acquiring and retaining talent

Profile

• Bachelor's or equivalent degree in finance, accounting, human resources, or general business
• Proven track record in design, analysis and administration of compensation programs and processes within an international context
• Extensive knowledge of global labour market trends, data bench-marking and global job evaluation methodologies
• Strong analytical and research skills in analysing complex data and making decisions based on findings
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated competences in managing and thriving effectively large and complex projects and multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, MS Office Suite and important experience in compensation planning and data analytics tools
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills in identifying and addressing issues related to compensation
• Financial acumen and knowledge with ability to support financial processes and work with financials
• Ability to influence and communicate complex compensation information with all levels of stakeholders in the organisation, from Executive Management to operational levels across multiple cultures
• Proven collaborative skills to work with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships across different regions
• Strong verbal and written communications skills

Job Offer

• Fast-paced, dynamic environment with opportunity for growth and development
• Flexible working