Senior Reward Specialist

Fintech; København; On-site; DKK 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lunar, a Nordic digital challenger bank, is seeking a Rewards Lead who will shape how we reward, recognize, and motivate our people. You’ll design and run comp and benefits programs, ensure fairness, transparency, and regulatory compliance, and partner with Finance and People Leaders to drive workforce planning and pay equity.

You’ll own the annual reward cycle, maintain pay bands, build dashboards, and translate data into actionable insights for the Board, while balancing employee experience

Qualifications

• Reward expertise: Experience building and running compensation and benefits strategies, policies, and processes.
• Proven delivery: Hands-on track record designing and executing salary reviews, pay frameworks, incentive programs, and benefits.
• Builder mindset: Comfortable shaping strategy and executing plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead our reward programs: run existing schemes and contribute to new initiatives aligned with company strategy and regulatory standards.
• Benchmark and govern: maintain external benchmarks and pay bands; define reward principles for transparency and compliance.
• Deliver operational excellence: manage payroll inputs, vendors, and reward policies; ensure legal/audit requirements are met.
• Be a trusted partner: collaborate with Chief People & Culture Officer, People Partners, Finance, and leaders to design and communicate rewards.
• Turn insights into action: use people analytics to guide workforce planning, pay equity, and investments; build dashboards.

Skills

Reward strategy

Salary reviews

Pay frameworks

Incentive programs

Benefits design

Data analytics

HR tools

Stakeholder management

Product thinking

Compliance awareness

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Job description

At Lunar, we are democratizing the power of money and changing the way we all bank, pay, and invest. Since starting in Aarhus in 2015, we've grown rapidly and are now a major player in the Nordics, with offices in Copenhagen, Aarhus, and Stockholm

So, who are we? Are we a tech company or a bank? Well, we're both breaking free from the usual categories. At Lunar, tech isn't just a cool add-on; it's the core of how we do things. With our own banking license, we go head-to-head with traditional banks. What sets us apart is the mix of tech and financial services, giving us the power to shake up a dusty industry that's ready for a change.

We’re looking for a strategic thinker and hands‑on doer to shape the future of how we reward, recognize, and motivate our people at Lunar.

As part of the People & Culture team, you’ll take the lead on our rewards - creating and running comp & benefits programs that keep things fair, competitive, and aligned with the business and our goals.

This is an individual contributor role for someone who loves influencing through ideas and action. With a “People Product” mindset, you’ll spot opportunities, design smart solutions, and make them real—all while keeping both employee experience and business needs in perfect balance.

What will you do?

• Lead our reward programs: Run existing schemes (like commission and warrants) and contribute to designing and rolling out new initiatives that align with company strategy and meet regulatory standards.
• Benchmark and govern: Keep external benchmarks and pay bands fresh and competitive. Define and uphold clear reward principles that ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance.
• Deliver operational excellence: Manage payroll inputs, vendors, and reward policies. Ensure everything meets legal and audit requirements (e.g., EU Pay Transparency Directive).
• Be a trusted partner: Work closely with the Chief People & Culture Officer, People Partners, Finance, and leaders to design, manage, and communicate reward programs that build trust and confidence.
• Turn insights into action: Use people analytics and reporting to guide leaders and the Board on workforce planning, pay equity, and organizational investments. Build dashboards and metrics that highlight impact and opportunities.
• Lead the annual reward cycle: Drive the salary review and pay band updates, making sure they’re fair, competitive, and consistent. Take ownership of our comp systems and keep them efficient, scalable, and easy to use.

What are we looking for in you?

• Reward expertise: Experience building and running compensation and benefits strategies, policies, and processes.
• Proven delivery: Hands‑on track record designing and executing salary reviews, pay frameworks, incentive programs, and benefits.
• Builder mindset: Just as comfortable shaping strategy as rolling up your sleeves to make it happen.
• Data fluency: Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn data into insights, decisions, and clear communication for leaders and employees.
• Tech‑savvy: Familiarity with compensation systems and HR tools, and confidence in owning and improving them.
• Product thinking: A balanced approach to reward that considers employees, market trends, compliance, and business goals.

Curious about the Lunar culture?

Everything at Lunar centers around our core - to challenge. It’s infused into our four values and guides us in how to work together, lead projects, and lead people to reach our mission. Our values aren't just words on a page - they're what make us who we are and shape the vibe of our culture. And trust me, we’re all about the vibe. For a longer read about our culture, click here.

While you hold on tight for us to get back to you, curious to see what we’re up to? Follow us on LinkedIn for business announcements and releases , check out our Instagram for an inside scoop on what it’s like to work here , and visit our blog for the latest tech and product insights!

Depending on the regulations in the country where you will be employed, we will ask to see or obtain information about your criminal record.

About Lunar

Lunar is a digital challenger bank dedicated to simplifying and enriching people’s financial lives by creating the best everyday bank in the Nordics. Founded in Aarhus, Denmark we received our banking license in 2019 and today more than 900,000 private and business customers across the Nordics use Lunar. We’re a force of +450 strong individuals and we’re always on the lookout for new talents. Want to join the journey?