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EMEA Director, Total Rewards and Compensation - HR - Global People Team - Hybrid

Alvarez & Marsal

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Job summary

A leading global professional services firm is seeking an EMEA Director for Total Rewards and Compensation. This role involves designing and managing compensation strategies across EMEA, ensuring alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in compensation management and a strong understanding of employment laws. This position is hybrid, offering a dynamic work environment and the chance to influence the organization's talent strategy.

Qualifications

Extensive experience in total rewards and compensation management.
Strong understanding of global employment laws and regulations.
Professional certifications such as CCP or GRP preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage compensation programs and projects in partnership with Global teams.
Oversee annual compensation process with EMEA Business Unit Leaders.
Design and manage salary structures and pay-for-performance programs.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Tools

HRIS

Compensation Management Systems

EMEA Director, Total Rewards and Compensation - HR - Global People Team - Hybrid

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Companies, investors and government entities around the world turn to Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) for leadership, action and results. Privately held since its founding in 1983, A&M is a leading global professional services firm that provides advisory, business performance improvement and turnaround management services. When conventional approaches are not enough to create transformation and drive change, clients seek our deep expertise and ability to deliver practical solutions to their unique problems.

With over 10,000 people providing services across six continents, we deliver tangible results for corporates, boards, private equity firms, law firms and government agencies facing complex challenges. Our senior leaders, and their teams, leverage A&M’s restructuring heritage to help companies act decisively, catapult growth and accelerate results. We are experienced operators, world-class consultants, former regulators and industry authorities with a shared commitment to telling clients what is really needed for turning change into a strategic business asset, managing risk and unlocking value at every stage of growth.

Overview:

The Director of Total Rewards – Compensation is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive compensation and benefits strategy and programs across EMEA. This role ensures that the total rewards strategy aligns with the firm's business objectives, attracts top talent, and retains high-performing employees. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in total rewards, specifically compensation management within a consulting or professional services environment and will drive consistency and excellence in people service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the development, implementation, administration, and communication of compensation programs and projects in partnership with Global Total Rewards, Payroll, and Finance teams
Partner with EMEA Business Unit Leaders, Finance and People teams to oversee the annual compensation process, including planning, execution and analysis
Develop and implement off-cycle monetary recognition programs, including off-cycle promotions, special recognition bonuses, and financial support initiatives (e.g., loans), to reward and motivate employees outside the standard annual review cycle.
Design and manage salary structures, job evaluation systems, and pay-for-performance programs
Partner with Legal and Finance to ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations or reporting requirements related to compensation and benefits
Collaborate with finance to develop budgets and forecast costs for total rewards programs
Partner with EMEA Business Unit Leaders and Talent Acquisition to maintain job architecture, job descriptions, skills and compensation
Participate in compensation surveys, conducts research and analysis on market competitiveness, pay equity, and compensation trends to ensure our total rewards packages remain competitive
Identify and manage relationships with external vendors
Participate in mergers and acquisitions activities, focusing on harmonizing compensation and benefits
Prepare monthly and ad-hoc reports and analysis as needed

Key Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
Extensive experience in total rewards, with multi-country experience preferred
Professional certifications such as CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) or GRP (Global Remuneration Professional) preferred
In-depth knowledge of compensation practices, including executive compensation
Strong understanding of global employment laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits
Experience with HRIS and compensation management systems
Excellent analytical and financial modeling skills
Strong project management abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Seniority level

Seniority level
Director

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Business Consulting and Services and Professional Services

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