Compensation & Benefits Manager - Spain

Req ID 79358|Madrid, Spain,WABCO Espana S.L.U.

We are seeking an experienced Compensation & Benefits Manager to lead and manage total rewards strategies across our operations in Spain. This role requires a deep understanding of compensation structures, benefits administration, and payroll processes, while also providing HR generalist and administrative support to ensure alignment with local business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in compensation and benefits combined with broad HR experience in a automotive environment.

What you can look forward to as Compensation & Benefits Manager:

• Develop and implement compensation and benefits strategies that align with company objectives and market benchmarks.
• Manage and oversee salary structures, incentive plans, and job evaluations to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Ensure compliance with Spanish labor laws and regulations related to compensation, benefits, and social security.
• Partner with HR and finance teams to manage annual salary reviews, bonus programs, and budget planning.
• Oversee benefits administration, including pension plans, health insurance, and employee perks.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to ensure competitive compensation and benefits offerings.
• Managing payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax and legal requirements.
• Provide HR generalist support, including employee relations, policy development, and workforce planning.
• Partner with HR teams to drive employee engagement initiatives related to rewards and recognition.

Your Profile as Compensation & Benefits Manager:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in compensation, benefits, and HR generalist functions, preferably within the automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of Spanish labor law, tax regulations, and social security requirements related to compensation and benefits.
• Experience in salary benchmarking, job evaluation, and incentive program design.
• Ability to balance strategic compensation planning with hands-on HR administration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in a multinational environment, managing compensation and benefits across different sites.
• Excellent communication skills in Spanish and English.

Why should you join ZF in Spain?

• Be part of a leading automotive company with a strong presence in Spain.
• Work in a dynamic and international environment.
• Opportunity to shape compensation and benefits strategy and influence business success.
• Career growth and professional development in a global organization.
  

Be part of our ZF team as Compensation & Benefits Manager - Spain and apply now!

Contact

Helena Paul

+49 7541 77 969121