Compensation Manager (Benefits)

Oakleaf Partnership; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurance firm is seeking an experienced Compensation Manager to build and lead the Compensation & Benefits function. This standalone role requires strong expertise in Workday Compensation and offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a bonus and extensive healthcare coverage.

Benefits

Pension: 10% employer contribution (+ matching)

Healthcare: Full family cover + dental

Holiday: 25 days + holiday purchase scheme

Electric car scheme

Qualifications

• Strong admin capability with deep expertise in Compensation module.
• Experience in high-growth, international environments.
• Insurance or financial services background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Compensation projects and policies across international markets.
• Design and implement the global Job Architecture framework.
• Manage gender pay gap reporting and compensation cycle processes.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Compensation leadership

Vendor management

Tools

Workday

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My client are seeking an experienced Compensation Manager (with a view of benefits) to join a rapidly scaling, global insurance firm. This is a standalone role reporting into the international Head of HR and working closely with stakeholders across the UK, US, and international markets.

You will be responsible for leading and building the Compensation & Benefits function, with a focus on Compensation (80%) and vendor management for Benefits (20%). A deep working knowledge of Workday Compensation is essential.

Company Overview
This is a fast-growing, private-equity backed global insurance group.

Salary & Benefits
* Base salary: £90,000
* Bonus: 15%-20%
* Pension: 10% employer contribution (+ matching)
* Healthcare: Full family cover + dental
* Holiday: 25 days + holiday purchase scheme
* Electric car scheme

Key Responsibilities
* Lead Compensation projects and policies across international markets
* Design and implement the global Job Architecture framework
* Own and manage gender pay gap reporting
* Set up and run compensation cycle processes (short- and long-term incentives)
* Develop and evolve the Compensation philosophy
* Partner with international HR teams (India, US, Europe)
* Manage stakeholder expectations with minimal structure - thrive in ambiguity
* Set the foundation for growing a team as the company scales further

Must-Have Skills & Experience
* Workday: Strong admin capability with deep expertise in Compensation module
* Compensation leadership experience in high-growth, international environments
* Strong stakeholder engagement - able to operate independently
* Experience working with vendors for Benefits management
* Insurance background is a plus but if not Financial services would be great

Role Overview

My client are seeking an experienced Compensation Manager (with a view of benefits) to join a rapidly scaling, global insurance firm. This is a standalone role reporting into the international Head of HR and working closely with stakeholders across the UK, US, and international markets.

You will be responsible for leading and building the Compensation & Benefits function, with a focus on Compensation (80%) and vendor management for Benefits (20%). A deep working knowledge of Workday Compensation is essential.

Company Overview
This is a fast-growing, private-equity backed global insurance group.

Salary & Benefits
* Base salary: £90,000
* Bonus: 15%-20%
* Pension: 10% employer contribution (+ matching)
* Healthcare: Full family cover + dental
* Holiday: 25 days + holiday purchase scheme
* Electric car scheme

Key Responsibilities
* Lead Compensation projects and policies across international markets
* Design and implement the global Job Architecture framework
* Own and manage gender pay gap reporting
* Set up and run compensation cycle processes (short- and long-term incentives)
* Develop and evolve the Compensation philosophy
* Partner with international HR teams (India, US, Europe)
* Manage stakeholder expectations with minimal structure - thrive in ambiguity
* Set the foundation for growing a team as the company scales further

Must-Have Skills & Experience
* Workday: Strong admin capability with deep expertise in Compensation module
* Compensation leadership experience in high-growth, international environments
* Strong stakeholder engagement - able to operate independently
* Experience working with vendors for Benefits management
* Insurance background is a plus but if not Financial services would be great

Desired Skills and Experience

Role Overview

My client are seeking an experienced Compensation Manager (with a view of benefits) to join a rapidly scaling, global insurance firm. This is a standalone role reporting into the international Head of HR and working closely with stakeholders across the UK, US, and international markets.

You will be responsible for leading and building the Compensation & Benefits function, with a focus on Compensation (80%) and vendor management for Benefits (20%). A deep working knowledge of Workday Compensation is essential.

Company Overview
This is a fast-growing, private-equity backed global insurance group.

Salary & Benefits
* Base salary: £90,000
* Bonus: 15%-20%
* Pension: 10% employer contribution (+ matching)
* Healthcare: Full family cover + dental
* Holiday: 25 days + holiday purchase scheme
* Electric car scheme

Key Responsibilities
* Lead Compensation projects and policies across international markets
* Design and implement the global Job Architecture framework
* Own and manage gender pay gap reporting
* Set up and run compensation cycle processes (short- and long-term incentives)
* Develop and evolve the Compensation philosophy
* Partner with international HR teams (India, US, Europe)
* Manage stakeholder expectations with minimal structure - thrive in ambiguity
* Set the foundation for growing a team as the company scales further

Must-Have Skills & Experience
* Workday: Strong admin capability with deep expertise in Compensation module
* Compensation leadership experience in high-growth, international environments
* Strong stakeholder engagement - able to operate independently
* Experience working with vendors for Benefits management
* Insurance background is a plus but if not Financial services would be great

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Insurance

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