Global Compensation Manager

Summary

Join Cielo as a Global Compensation Manager and design, implement, and manage global compensation programs ensuring internal equity and external competitiveness. You will develop salary structures, job leveling, and incentive programs to attract, retain, and motivate top talent. Collaboration with People & Culture, Finance, and business leaders is key to aligning compensation strategies with business objectives and market trends. This remote position, available to UK, Poland, and Hungary based candidates, requires fluency in English and compensation management experience with global exposure. You will oversee the annual compensation review process and ensure compliance with labor laws. The role involves leveraging compensation management software and providing training and support to teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in compensation management
• Experience in designing and managing complex compensation programs
• Proven track record of working with senior leadership to align compensation strategies with business goals
• Experience developing salary structures and job leveling frameworks for diverse regions
• Strong understanding of global compensation practices and compliance requirements
• Ability to conduct market analysis and benchmarking using various compensation surveys
• Ability to manage compensation processes and systems
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and analyze data
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to present information to employees and leadership in a detailed and professional manner
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global compensation programs that include base salaries, incentive structures, and variable pay plans to attract and retain top talent
• Design programs that balance internal equity with market competitiveness, aligning them with the company’s strategic goals
• Lead comprehensive job evaluation processes and market analyses to ensure that the company’s pay practices are competitive across all regions
• Utilize compensation data from various surveys and databases to set accurate salary ranges and pay structures that reflect industry standards
• Create and maintain salary structures and job grading frameworks to ensure consistency and fairness in compensation across different levels and regions
• Provide training and support to Talent Management and managers on how to apply these frameworks in practice, ensuring a uniform approach to job leveling
• Advise senior leaders and Talent Management Partners on compensation strategies, offering insights into market trends, pay equity, and incentive design
• Use data and reports to support recommendations, helping business leaders make informed decisions about pay practices
• Ensure compliance with local, regional, and international labor laws and regulations, adjusting compensation practices as needed to maintain adherence to legal standards, including staying informed about new legislation and working with legal teams to mitigate risks
• Oversee the entire annual compensation review process, coordinating salary adjustments, merit increases, and bonus payouts
• Develop timelines and communication plans to ensure managers understand the process and employees are kept informed about their compensation changes
• Partner with other departments to ensure data accuracy in compensation systems, facilitating smooth reporting and analysis
• Leverage compensation management software such as MarketPay or PayScale to optimize processes and maintain up-to-date compensation data
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master’s degree or relevant HR certification (e.g., CCP, SHRM-CP)
• A minimum of 3 years in a global or regional role
• Experience with compensation software such as MarketPay or PayScale

Benefits

Remote work