Senior Analyst

SoTalent; Noord-Holland; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SoTalent is seeking a Senior Compensation and Benefits Operations Specialist to oversee global reward delivery from Noord-Holland. You will drive compensation cycles, optimize Workday configurations, and ensure consistent mobility and benefits frameworks across regions.

Ideal candidates bring extensive international comp experience, Mercer IPE knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and strong stakeholder influence. This role emphasizes data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in international compensation and benefits administration or analysis.
• Advanced technical proficiency in Workday HR processes and system optimization.
• Solid background in job evaluation frameworks, specifically Mercer IPE.
• Expert level Excel skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets to drive business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with design teams to implement unified compensation and benefits programs globally.
• Lead the operational execution of annual merit cycles and short term incentive programs.
• Perform detailed job evaluations and organizational slotting using the Mercer IPE methodology.
• Serve as the primary technical expert for Workday compensation modules, managing configurations and reporting.
• Provide mentorship and subject matter expertise to junior analysts within the team.
• Ensure all reward frameworks are managed with precision and cross functional alignment.

Skills

Workday compensation

Mercer IPE

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Tools

Workday

Mercer IPE

Job description

Senior Compensation and Benefits Operations Specialist

A major international delivery and convenience platform is looking for a Senior Reward Delivery Analyst to join their People Services department in the North Holland region. Our client operates a massive global network connecting millions of users with local partners, and this role is vital to ensuring their international workforce is supported by efficient, data driven reward strategies.

In this position, you will act as a central figure in the global delivery of total rewards. You will be responsible for executing large scale compensation cycles and ensuring that all reward programs are delivered with a focus on operational excellence and employee satisfaction. This is a collaborative role where you will work alongside design teams and internal stakeholders to maintain a consistent global mobility and benefits framework.

Core Responsibilities

• Coordinate with design teams to implement unified compensation and benefits programs globally.
• Lead the operational execution of annual merit cycles and short term incentive programs.
• Perform detailed job evaluations and organizational slotting using the Mercer IPE methodology.
• Serve as the primary technical expert for Workday compensation modules, managing configurations and reporting.
• Provide mentorship and subject matter expertise to junior analysts within the team.
• Ensure all reward frameworks are managed with precision and cross functional alignment.

Candidate Requirements

• Extensive experience in international compensation and benefits administration or analysis.
• Advanced technical proficiency in Workday, specifically regarding HR processes and system optimization.
• Solid background in job evaluation frameworks, specifically Mercer IPE.
• Expert level Excel skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets to drive business decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at various levels of the organization.
• A collaborative approach to problem solving and a commitment to helping team members reach collective goals.

Our client prides itself on a fast paced and inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued. They offer a dynamic environment where professional growth is encouraged, and individual contributions have a direct impact on a global scale.

If you are a reward professional with a passion for operational excellence and technical systems, we would like to hear from you.