Director, Compensation and Benefits, EMEA

6 months ago


London, United Kingdom Marriott International Full time

JOB SUMMARY

As an integral part of the EMEA Compensation and Benefits Team, the Director of Compensation and Benefits, EMEA provides consulting and partnering support for all compensation and benefits activities related to job evaluation, salary analysis and administration, market benchmark, benefits review, incentive plan design and administration, annual compensation cycle management, and project planning and execution across EMEA. The position will play a key role in the strategy, design and development of the Company’s compensation and benefits programs to enable Marriott to attract and retain top talent. This position will collaborate with the Human Resources team to deliver compensation and benefits support to meet HR objectives and business strategy. This role will partner with the HR Team and other continents to achieve alignment as appropriate, as well as work with external partners to bring in external market data to deliver market driven compensation and benefits decisions to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and compliance with applicable regulations and policies.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

Specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

Working independently with business leaders (disciplines, geographies, businesses), provide on-going compensation consultation regarding management and non-management compensation matters in an accurate and timely manner. This includes job evaluation support, salary analysis, survey participation, project management and participation, to enable HR and Leaders to make informed compensation decisions that are in compliance with compensation policies and practices. Identify issues which may evolve to be broader projects, such as those with an enterprise-wide scope. Provide compensation consulting expertise to support customers at all levels in the organisation in making informed compensation decisions. Independently provide data driven analyses to bring effectiveness, accuracy and efficiency of compensation programs.  Collaborate with HR to identify and scope a variety of compensation projects through the development and implementation process. Develop project plans, timelines and resource needs. Manage project milestones and project plans by working and coordinating with key stakeholders. Present findings to leadership and partner with various stakeholders to provide solutions and resolve complex project issues. Support the compensation processes, including the merit review, bonus process and stock cycle in Oracle. This includes system management, delivering project plans, processes and workflows, communication with the relevant stakeholders including HR Teams and US HQ Compensation Team. Work with and support the US HQ Compensation and Benefits Team, with any compensation and benefits initiatives.  Lead and support revision of employee benefits, programs (. medical and pension), processes and employee allowances (. housing, car, travel allowance). Ensure these are aligned to best practice to maintain a competitive market positioning. Evaluate and identify industry trends and opportunities to modify and improve benefit programs, policies and procedures and manage costs. Provide HR Leadership Team with creative alternatives and recommendations for capturing/ enhancing compensation & benefits performance with specific focus on cost effective solutions.  Develop and implement compensation and benefits policies and programs.  Develop training and presentation materials for compensation & benefits programs and education for HR Team and Leaders. Partner with external consulting companies on survey completion and key strategic projects.  Assist the VP Compensation and Benefits EMEA with any projects and initiatives upon request. Represent the team in resolving associate concerns.

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Experience

4-6 years’ experience in Compensation and Benefits in a large complex organization. Experience in management or support implementation or work with HR compensation systems.  Previous experience of managing strategic projects in Compensation and Benefits.  A strong background in Mathematics, Finance, Statistics or Economics preferred. Hospitality/ Hotel experience is desirable. 

Skills and Knowledge 

Knowledge of compensation practices, job analysis/ evaluation, benchmarking, local labor regulations, and general HR practices.  Strong project management skills, able to plan and prioritize activities.  Great verbal and written communication skills to deliver the right message for the right audience.  Expert skills in Excel for analysis, formulas and charting. Expert in MS powerpoint, able to develop presentation decks to illustrate and communicate related information.  Strong analytical skills are required to effectively analyze data, with exceptional accuracy.  Ability to perform independently or as part of a team in a multi-cultural environment.  Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing environment. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives. 

Education 

Bachelor’s Degree, preferable in Human Resources or a related professional area. 

COMPETENCIES

Leadership

Adaptability - Maintains performance level under pressure or when experiencing changes or challenges in the workplace. 

Communication  - Conveys information and ideas to others in a convincing and engaging manner through a variety of methods.

Problem Solving and Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; obtains and compares information from different sources to draw conclusions, develops and evaluates alternatives and solutions, solves problems, and chooses a course of action.

Professional Demeanor - Exhibits behavioral styles that convey confidence and command respect from others; makes a good first impression and represents the company in alignment with its values.

Managing Execution

Building and Contributing to Teams - Participates as a member of a team to move toward the completion of common goals while fostering cohesion and collaboration among team members.

Driving for Results - Sets high standards of performance for self and/or others; assumes responsibility for work objectives; initiates, focuses, and monitors the efforts of self and/or others toward the accomplishment goals; proactively takes action and goes beyond what is required.

Planning and Organizing - Gathers information and resources required to set a plan of action for self and/or others; prioritizes and arranges work requirements to accomplish goals and ensure work is completed.

Building Relationships

Coworker Relationships - Interacts with others in a way that builds openness, trust, and confidence in the pursuit of organizational goals and lasting relationships.

Customer Relationships - Develops and sustains relationships based on an understanding of customer/stakeholder needs and actions consistent with the company’s service standards.

Global Mindset - Supports employees and business partners with diverse styles, abilities, motivations, and/or cultural perspectives; utilizes differences to drive innovation, engagement and enhance business results; and ensures employees are given the opportunity to contribute to their full potential.

Learning and Applying Professional Expertise

Applied Learning - Seeks and makes the most of learning opportunities to improve performance of self and/or others.

Business Acumen - Understands and utilizes business information to manage everyday operations and generate innovative solutions to approach business and administrative challenges.

Technical Acumen - Understands and utilizes professional skills and knowledge in a specific functional area to conduct and manage everyday business operations and generate innovative solutions to approach function-specific work challenges.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.



  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Marriott International Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking an accomplished Director of Compensation and Benefits, EMEA to lead our team in delivering innovative compensation and benefits strategies that drive business results and enhance employee engagement. The successful candidate will collaborate with HR stakeholders to design and implement comprehensive compensation and benefits...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Marriott International Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a seasoned Compensation and Benefits Director to join our EMEA team. As a key member of our HR function, you will play a crucial role in shaping our compensation and benefits programs to drive business success.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement compensation strategies that align with business objectives and ensure internal...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Marriott International Full time

    As a key member of the Marriott International team, you will play a vital role in shaping the company's compensation and benefits strategy for the EMEA region.The Director of Compensation and Benefits, EMEA is responsible for providing consulting and partnering support for all compensation and benefits activities related to job evaluation, salary analysis,...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Apex Property Recruitment Full time

    Director Landlord & Tenant - London/Hybrid£75,000 - £80,000 + benefits/bonus/packageWe are seeking a highly skilled Compensation Director to join our team at Apex Property Recruitment. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for leading our compensation and benefits strategy, ensuring that our employees are rewarded fairly and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sony Pictures Full time

    Job OverviewSony Pictures Entertainment is seeking a skilled Compensation Analyst to join our International People & Organisation team. This role will report to the Executive Director, Compensation & Benefits, International.Key Responsibilities Assist in delivering day-to-day compensation activities, including pay grade assessments, market benchmarking,...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom DOW JONES Full time

    We are seeking a seasoned Compensation Manager to join our team in the EMEA region.As a key member of our compensation team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive compensation programs across the region. You will work closely with our Director of Compensation based in the US to ensure alignment with global compensation...


  • London, United Kingdom Equinix Full time

    Reward (Compensation & Benefits) Specialist EMEA – M&AEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud...


  • London, United Kingdom Equinix Full time

    Reward (Compensation & Benefits) Specialist EMEA – M&AEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud...


  • London,, UK, United Kingdom Equinix Full time

    Reward (Compensation & Benefits) Specialist EMEA – M&AEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom JSS Search Full time £100,000 - £125,000

    Job Title: Compensation and Benefits DirectorJob Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Compensation and Benefits Director to lead our reward function and develop a competitive compensation strategy aligned with our business objectives.Key Responsibilities:Develop and Implement Compensation Strategy: Design and implement a compensation strategy that...


  • London Area, United Kingdom Equinix Full time

    Reward (Compensation & Benefits) Specialist EMEA – M&AEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud...


  • London Area, United Kingdom Equinix Full time

    Reward (Compensation & Benefits) Specialist EMEA – M&AEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Michael Page Human Resources Full time

    Job SummaryA highly skilled Compensation and Benefits Manager is sought after to join our client's Human Resources department in the EMEA region. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing competitive compensation and benefits packages, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and collaborating with HR and Finance...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Tencent Full time

    About UsTencent is a global technology company that drives innovation and progress in the digital world. We strive to create a workplace where every employee feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.Job DescriptionWe seek a skilled Compensation and Benefits Specialist to join our team in EMEA. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Tencent Full time

    Tencent is seeking a Senior Manager - EMEA Reward Leader to join our Compensation Team. As a key member of the team, you will play a vital role in shaping and managing our compensation strategies to ensure they meet both industry standards and our organizational goals.About the RoleThis role involves developing competitive salary structures for the EMEA...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom WorldFirst Full time

    Job Description:C&B Manager position at WorldFirstKey Responsibilities:Develop and implement regional/global C&B programs and processes.Conduct market benchmarking and trend analysis, especially in the EMEA markets.Collaborate with HR Business Partners and business leaders to provide advice on compensation & benefits related issues.Participate in C&B related...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sony Pictures Full time

    Role OverviewPlease note that this position requires you to be based in the United Kingdom to enable us to meet statutory and regulatory obligations of the UK immigration system. You must have the appropriate immigration permission needed to work and reside in the UK.Sony Pictures Entertainment seeks an experienced compensation analyst to join our...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom WorldFirst Full time

    At WorldFirst, we are seeking a highly skilled Compensation and Benefits Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and implementing global compensation and benefits strategies that support the company's growth and success. Key Responsibilities: • Participate in the design and implementation of compensation and...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom SalesForce Full time

    About Us: Salesforce is a global leader in customer relationship management, empowering businesses to connect with their customers in a whole new way. Our vision is to be the number one CRM platform on the market.The Opportunity: As a Compensation and Benefits Analyst at Salesforce, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our compensation and benefits...


  • London, Greater London, United Kingdom Boston Consulting Group Full time

    This leader is responsible for driving the strategy and execution of all elements of our compensation programs. These efforts include conducting regular compensation and benefits reviews throughout the year and across the globe, delivering bonus budgets and supporting the execution of bonus and Firm Performance Bonus payments across the firm, and managing...