Senior Compensation Consultant Eu

Good understanding of the principles and practices of compensation and benefits systems and legislation in the EMEA region
- Strong analytical, problem solving skills and quantitative skills and a track record for planning, doing and auditing work; the ability to see beyond the numbers to drive sound decision-making, systematically break down problems or processes into their parts and develop several alternative solutions
- Highly detail driven with emphasis on accuracy, coupled with the ability to see the broader picture
- Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities at once
- Ability to create tools and models to interpret and analyse data
- Must possess strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills for internal presentations that demonstrate business acumen; able to seek out information, clearly communicate information and requests and provide quality advice
- Demonstrated mastery and ability to act as a resource particularly regarding rewards management issues (e.g. job evaluation, surveys, job/market pricing, salary range development, etc.)
- Ability to effectively manage communication and relationships in matrix organization structure
- Highly proficient in Excel; familiarity with PeopleSoft will be an advantage
- Multiple years of relevant experience in compensation and benefits or consulting with an in-depth knowledge of core compensation terminology and best practices
- Relevant university degree required
- Must be hands-on with high level of energy and professional skills to function effectively and independently in a demanding, fast-paced change-oriented environment

**Note**:
1. This is a 12 month contractual role.
2. The role can be based out of London, Munich or Luxembourg
Key job responsibilities
The incumbent of the role will carry the following responsibilities:

- Act as primary point of contact and C&B expert for assigned countries and business lines
- Perform regular, thorough and deep technical analysis on effectiveness and competitiveness of existing compensation programs
- Effectively partner with HR colleagues and business clients to manage and consult on compensation-related issues
- Provide guidance to the business and develop creative solutions on a variety of total compensation issues including the setting of appropriate pay levels, base pay, annual incentive pay and stock compensation
- Perform ad hoc analysis for costing, program effectiveness and trend purposes
- Identify, select and participate in compensation surveys to analyse the company’s competitive market position for each in-country location
- Partner with the global compensation team to work on a variety of special compensation and projects as needed
- Participate in projects that include analysis, market benchmarking, implementation and communication
- Create and deliver compensation training to HR and management teams
- Ensure company compliance with laws governing compensation and benefits practices
- Work to gain alignment with different constituencies and represent a common point of view across multiple stakeholders
- Experience in an international environment
- Proven experience in leading/overseeing complex corporate or multi-business level initiatives/projects
- Ability to work independently, take on responsibility and be quick of foot in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment.