Compensation and Benefits Manager (HR)

Our client, a Group within the aviation industry, is looking to recruit a Compensation and Benefits Manager to join their growing team. The chosen candidate will:

• Develop and implement comprehensive global compensation strategies that align with the company’s business goals, market standards, and pay equity initiatives.
• Lead global market benchmarking and analysis to maintain competitive compensation practices across regions.
• Oversee salary structures, incentive programs, and bonus plans, ensuring they are fair and consistently applied throughout the organization.
• Design and direct the annual compensation review process, including merit adjustments, promotions, and bonus distributions.
• Partner with HR Managers and leadership teams to guide compensation-related decisions, including job offers, promotions, and evaluations.
• Ensure adherence to local regulations on compensation practices across all operational entities.
• Design and manage global benefits programs, including health coverage, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, and additional benefits.
• Assess and recommend enhancements to benefits programs based on employee feedback, market insights, and organizational goals.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, brokers, and consultants to ensure efficient benefits program delivery.
• Oversee global benefits enrollment and effectively communicate benefits information to employees.
• Ensure compliance with local benefits regulations across all jurisdictions.
• Develop global wellness programs to support employee well-being and promote work-life balance.
• Oversee HR Information System (HRIS) management to support compensation, benefits, and broader HR functions.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity within the HRIS, particularly regarding employee compensation, benefits, and performance.
• Collaborate with IT and HR teams to ensure the HRIS meets key HR needs, including compensation reviews, benefits enrollment, and reporting.
• Analyze HRIS data to generate insights on compensation trends, benefits usage, and workforce metrics.
• Manage system upgrades, configurations, and new module rollouts to address organizational needs.
• Provide HR teams and managers with training and support on effective HRIS use.
• Ensure global compensation and benefits programs comply with labor laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Stay informed on regulatory changes globally and recommend adjustments to compensation and benefits policies as needed.
• Work with legal and compliance teams to mitigate risks in global compensation and benefits management.
• Coordinate with internal communications to effectively communicate details and updates on compensation and benefits programs to employees.
• Lead training sessions to educate employees and managers on compensation and benefits policies.
• Develop and manage the budget for global compensation and benefits programs.
• Conduct cost analyses to assess the financial impact of compensation and benefits programs and recommend improvements for cost efficiency.
• Partner with finance to ensure accurate financial forecasting and reporting for compensation and benefits expenses.

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present compensation and benefits data.
• Strong understanding of global labour laws and regulatory requirements related to compensation and benefits.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with global teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or certification in Compensation & Benefits preferred).
• 7-10 years of experience in compensation and benefits management, with a focus on global or multinational environments.
• Strong knowledge of global compensation practices, market benchmarking, and job evaluation methodologies.
• Experience managing employee benefits programs across multiple countries and regions.
• Proficiency in managing and optimizing HRIS platforms (e.g., HiBob, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM).
• Fluent English (verbal and written).

• Health Insurance