Director of Total Rewards

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Director of Total Rewards will be responsible for building and leading the global total rewards function from the ground up. This includes defining the strategic roadmap, designing core frameworks and processes, and start establishing a capable global team covering Compensation, Payroll, HRIS, and People Analytics.

As a newly created leadership role, the Director will play a pivotal part in shaping how the company rewards, recognizes, and supports its people, ensuring competitiveness, compliance, and alignment with business priorities. This is both a strategic design and  hands-on implementation position requiring strong transformation leadership.

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Strategic Function BuildDevelop a 1-3 year total rewards strategy & plan aligned to business goals and the company's global people strategy.Define and articulate the vision, scope, structure, and operating model for the Total Rewards function.Build the C&B leadership team and establish global governance, frameworks, and ways of working.Partner closely with CHRO and HR Leadership Team to embed the total rewards philosophy across the organization.Compensation Strategy & DesignReview and improve the job architecture, grading, and global compensation frameworks.Review and improve the variable pay, and recognition programs that balance global consistency and local flexibility.Lead global market benchmarking and develop compensation governance, policies, and  decision rights.Support executive reward design-suggesting STI & LTIs.Evaluate and rationalize existing benefits offerings across regions; define a global benefits philosophy.Payroll & HRIS IntegrationAssess current payroll operations and identify consolidation or outsourcing opportunities.Implement standardized, compliant, and efficient global payroll processes.Partner with Finance and IT to ensure accurate payroll accounting and data governance.Oversee the implementation and optimization of HRIS systems.People AnalyticsDefine and implement a people analytics framework to enable data-driven workforce insights.Establish dashboards, KPIs, and governance for workforce reporting and analytics.Build capability for predictive analytics and support strategic workforce planning.Governance & ComplianceEnsure global compliance with employment, pay equity, tax, and data protection laws (GDPR).Partner with Legal, Finance, and HRBP teams to ensure robust audit readiness and transparency.

OUR SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING:

Master's Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field.12+ years of progressive experience in Compensation & Benefits/Rewards, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in a multinational context.Proven track record in building or transforming a global total rewards function.Experience leading multiple disciplines: Compensation, Payroll, HRIS, and People Analytics.Strong background in developing frameworks, policies, and governance structures Experience collaborating with executive leadership.Strategic, pragmatic, and hands-on, able to operate at both design and execution levels.Strong business and financial acumen; skilled in translating data into insights and strategy.Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills across cultures and functions.Proven ability to build and lead teams through change.Integrity, discretion, and high professional standards in all aspects.

WHO WE ARE

At the core of LeoVegas Group is Team Leo. Our culture is our foundation and is what enables us to innovate, build, and lead as we trailblaze our way through the igaming industry. We're a team of over 2000 innovators, initiators, and groundbreakers working in a fast-paced and agile environment across 19 offices worldwide.

 

BENEFITS

Hybrid working - 3 days per week at the office, with flexibility for 2 days at homeWorkation – Take your job on an adventure with our Workation benefit for up to 4 weeks per year (T&Cs apply).Plenty of time to recharge – 28 days of paid leave, plus all public and bank holidays in England.Invest in your future – We match pension contributions up to 6%.Comprehensive healthcare – BUPA coverage, including pre-existing conditions, plus a cashback plan for dental, optical, and other treatments.Wellbeing allowance – £250 annual allowance for you to invest in your health and wellbeing (T&Cs apply).A great workplace experience – Talented colleagues, free onsite parking, complimentary snacks and drinks, Monday breakfasts, and Friday lunches.A social culture you'll love – Regular opportunities to attend sporting events throughout the year, plus a quarterly team budget for even more fun.Support for growing families – Up to 6 months of full pay for maternity leave.Stay active & save money – Cycle-to-work scheme and gym discounts.And there's more… We'll share even more perks related to your role when you chat with our Talent Acquisition team
 

JOIN US

In our pride, we empower our teammates to find their roar and run with their wildest ideas. We don't wait for things to happen; we pounce and make it happen

Would you be a good fit for the Leo Pride - give us a roar

**As our company working language is English, we'd like to see your CV in English, please**

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