Principal Executive Compensation Partner

Sinch; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 725,400 - 906,750; Full time

Job summary

Sinch is seeking a Principal Executive Compensation Partner to design, govern, and communicate global executive compensation programs, with a focus on long-term incentive plans, for a publicly traded company.

The role advises the Remuneration Committee, Board, and executive leadership, ensuring alignment with strategy, governance standards, tax and regulatory requirements, and market practice across jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, finance, business, law or related field.
• 7+ years in executive compensation, total rewards, equity compensation or related areas.
• Experience with publicly traded companies, preferably Nasdaq Stockholm or major European exchange.
• Designing and administering executive and broad-based long-term incentive programs.
• Experience preparing materials for Boards and Remuneration/Compensation Committees.
• Strong knowledge of governance, disclosure, and shareholder engagement practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English; Swedish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation, and oversight of executive compensation programs.
• Benchmark market data and advise on base salary, incentives, and LTIs.
• Prepare materials for Remuneration Committee and Board reviews.
• Manage regulatory, governance, and disclosure obligations across jurisdictions.
• Develop communications for executives, shareholders, and governance bodies.
• Collaborate with Legal, Tax, Finance, and Investor Relations to ensure compliance.

Skills

Executive compensation

Financial modeling

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory governance

Global equity programs

Board liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Equity administration platforms

IFRS knowledge

Job description

DESCRIPTION

ThePrincipal Executive Compensation Partneris responsible for the design, administration, governance, and communication of executive compensation programs for a publicly traded company listed on the Swedish stock market. This role serves as the key subject matter expert supporting the Remuneration Committee, Board of Directors, executive leadership team, and shareholders on executive compensation matters, with a particular focus on global long-term incentive programs.

The position ensures that executive compensation arrangements are aligned with business strategy, shareholder expectations, Swedish corporate governance requirements, applicable tax and legal regulations, and global market practices. The role partners closely with Legal, Finance, Tax, Investor Relations, External Advisors, and HR colleagues worldwide to deliver effective compensation programs that support attraction, retention, and performance.

Executive Compensation Strategy

• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of executive compensation programs for senior executives and Board members.
• Conduct market benchmarking and competitive analyses to ensure compensation programs remain aligned with market trends and shareholder expectations.
• Provide recommendations regarding executive base salary, annual incentives, long-term incentives, and other executive compensation elements.
• Monitor regulatory developments, governance trends, and investor perspectives impacting executive compensation practices.

Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program Design & Administration

• Lead the design, implementation, and administration of global equity and long-term incentive programs, including performance share plans, restricted share plans, stock option programs, and other equity-based compensation arrangements.
• Manage the full annual LTI cycle, including grant processes, vesting events, performance tracking, participant communications, and reporting.
• Coordinate with external plan administrators, brokers, tax advisors, payroll providers, and legal counsel to ensure accurate plan execution.
• Oversee compliance with applicable securities regulations, stock exchange requirements, insider trading restrictions, and disclosure obligations.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend enhancements to support business objectives and shareholder value creation.

Remuneration Committee & Board Support

• Serve as the primary management liaison to the Remuneration Committee.
• Develop high-quality committee and Board materials, including presentations, compensation analyses, benchmarking studies, decision papers, and meeting documentation.
• Coordinate meeting agendas, annual governance calendars, and action tracking.
• Prepare executive compensation proposals and supporting analyses for Committee and Board review and approval.
• Ensure compliance with Swedish Corporate Governance Code requirements and company governance practices.

Executive Compensation Governance & Communications

• Develop and execute executive compensation communication strategies for internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare compensation disclosures for the Annual Report, Compensation Report, proxy-related materials, and other public filings.
• Translate complex compensation concepts into clear and compelling communications for executives, Board members, and shareholders.
• Support executive and participant education regarding compensation programs and incentive plans.

Shareholder & Investor Support

• Partner with Investor Relations and senior leadership to support shareholder engagement activities related to executive compensation.
• Prepare materials and analysis for investor meetings and governance discussions.
• Support annual shareholder approval processes related to remuneration policies and long-term incentive plans.
• Monitor shareholder advisory guidelines and proxy advisor recommendations (e.g., ISS, Glass Lewis) and assess potential impacts on compensation programs.

Legal, Tax & Compliance Coordination

• Act as the central coordinator with internal and external legal, tax, accounting, and compensation advisors regarding global LTI programs.
• Support the assessment of legal, tax, accounting, securities, and governance implications of compensation programs across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ensure compensation plans are administered in compliance with Swedish and international regulations.
• Coordinate documentation, plan rules, participant agreements, and required governance approvals.
• Support audit activities and internal control processes related to executive compensation.

Reporting & Analytics

• Prepare executive compensation analyses, cost projections, dilution assessments, and scenario modeling.
• Monitor plan performance metrics and provide insights and recommendations to leadership and the Remuneration Committee.
• Maintain data integrity and reporting accuracy across executive compensation and equity administration systems.
• Develop executive compensation dashboards and Board-level reporting.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, Law, Economics, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in executive compensation, total rewards, equity compensation, corporate governance, or related disciplines.
• Experience supporting a publicly traded company, preferably listed on Nasdaq Stockholm or another major European stock exchange.
• Demonstrated experience designing and administering executive and broad-based long-term incentive programs.
• Experience preparing materials for Boards of Directors and Remuneration/Compensation Committees.
• Strong knowledge of executive compensation governance, disclosure, and shareholder engagement practices.
• Experience working with legal, tax, accounting, and regulatory matters relating to equity compensation.
• Advanced analytical, financial modeling, and presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Swedish language skills are preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multinational or global organizations.
• Familiarity with Swedish corporate governance requirements and executive remuneration regulations.
• Knowledge of IFRS accounting requirements related to share-based compensation.
• Experience with equity administration platforms and executive compensation databases.
• Background working with external compensation consultants, law firms, and tax advisors.

Themonthlysalary for this position is between65,000 SEK - 81,250 SEK. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, and other qualifications.