Global Total Rewards & Policy Leader

Salt

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 300,000 - 420,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Salt is seeking a Senior Manager, Total Rewards & Policies to lead the design, governance, and delivery of competitive compensation programs and reward strategies across global markets. This strategic role ensures alignment with business objectives, internal equity, and compliance with international standards while optimizing cost-efficiency and market competitiveness.

You will manage the annual compensation cycle, provide strategic insights, and advise HR and senior leaders on compensation,

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive experience in compensation, total rewards, and policy management.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Finance, or related field.
Deep understanding of reward strategy, job evaluation, market benchmarking, and incentive design.
Strong analytical and financial modeling capabilities, with advanced Excel proficiency.
Proven leadership, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and governance of total rewards frameworks, including salary structures, incentive plans, and performance-linked compensation.
Manage the annual compensation cycle, promotions, and market adjustments to ensure fairness, transparency, and alignment with business needs.
Deliver strategic insights and modeling to support executive reporting, pay decisions, and reward optimization across regions.
Act as a key advisor to HR and senior leaders on compensation, retention, and policy matters, ensuring a balance between internal equity and market competitiveness.
Oversee compliance with global compensation regulations, labor laws, and internal audit requirements.
Drive continuous improvement through the integration of technology, automation, and data analytics in reward operations.