Compensation & Benefits Manager, International Region

Remote; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NiCE-FLEX hybrid model

Job summary

NiCE is seeking an International Compensation & Benefits Manager to design and lead global C&B strategies for over 15 countries. You will collaborate with Centers of Excellence, benchmark market trends, and govern pension programs while ensuring regulatory compliance across regions.

You will communicate programs, drive improvements, and mentor HR teams in a fast-paced global software company. The role supports NiCE-FLEX hybrid work with structured governance and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in finance, accounting, or economics.
• 7+ years of C&B experience in a global software company or multinational environment.
• Experience designing and implementing compensation and benefits programs.
• Experience educating and mentoring business leaders and HR on C&B topics.
• Strong understanding of HR operations, policies, and employment laws.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge of BI reporting tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the compensation and benefits function for the international region (UK, EU, APAC, etc.).
• Design, implement and communicate C&B programs and governance across 15+ countries.
• Analyze market data and benchmark trends to ensure competitive packages.
• Oversee pension programs, vendor management, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop employee-facing communications, guides, FAQs, and digital content.
• Drive process improvements, automation, and AI-enabled self-service tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Data analysis

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

B.A in Financial Management (Economics / Accounting)

Tools

Excel

BI reporting tools

Job description

At NiCE, we don’t limit our challenges. We challenge our limits. Always. We’re ambitious. We’re game changers. And we play to win. We set the highest standards and execute beyond them. And if you’re like us, we can offer you the ultimate career opportunity that will light a fire within you.

So, what’s the role all about?

The position of International Compensation & Benefits manager is a key leadership role responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization's compensation and benefits programs for the international region.We are looking for a talented team player to lead the C&B domains in the international region, which includes over 15 countries: UK, Israel, Germany, the Netherlands, France, Czech Republic, Singapore, Australia, Japan and more.

How will you make an impact?

1. Compensation and Benefits

• Collaborate with global NiCE Centers of Excellence to design and implement comprehensive compensation and benefits strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives

• Design, implement and communicate all Compensation and Benefits programs within the region

• Analyze market trends and benchmark data to ensure competitive and attractive compensation and benefits packages

• Lead the design, communication, and administration of benefits programs

• Collaborate with external vendors to manage benefit plans and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

• Lead international pension programs, including governance, benchmarking, vendor management, implementation and employee communications

• Provide professional support and best practices and lead change management plans for managers and HR business partners

• Maintain knowledge and understanding of local regulations, ensuring compliance with local programs and practices

• Manage cross C&B projects and initiatives, writing policies and driving process improvements and operational excellence

• Support mergers, acquisitions and organizational changes through compensation and benefits due diligence, integration planning and harmonization analysis

• Lead employee-facing communication strategies related to compensation, benefits and pensions programs, including development of guides, FAQs, digital content and change management plans.

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve employee and HR experiences through automation, AI-enabled solutions, process simplification and digital self-service tools.

2. Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Utilize data analytics to assess the effectiveness of compensation and benefits programs

• Generate reports and metrics to provide insights, enabling data-driven decision-making

3. Leadership:

• Provide leadership and guidance to the Compensation and Benefits a team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment to compensation and benefits strategies

• Managerial role

Have you got what it takes?

• B.A in Financial Management (Economics / Accounting)

• 7+ years of C&B experience in a global software company

• C&B experience in regional Compensation and Benefits management, leading country-specific benefits programs

• Experience in design, implementation and communication of C&B programs

• Experience in educating, mentoring and training business leaders and HR professionals on C&B related topics

• Strong understanding of HR operations, policies, and procedures

• In-depth knowledge of relevant employment laws and regulations

• Advanced knowledge of Excel

• Advanced knowledge of BI reporting tools – a plus

Capabilities Required:

• “Hands on” with strong attention to detail

• Strong project management skills

• Fast learner and self-driven

• Strong quantitative analytical capabilities and critical thinking skills

• Business acumen and curiosity for market dynamics – researcher by nature

• High energy, proactive, passionate

• Combines high standards with high pace

• High level of maturity and discretion

• Applies smart judgment, informed by data-based decision making, flexible mindset

• Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to partner and align with business leaders and HR, delivering added value at every touchpoint of a relationship

What’s in it for you?

Join an ever-growing, market disrupting, global company where the teams – comprised of the best of the best – work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and creative environment! As the market leader, every day at NiCE is a chance to learn and grow, and there are endless internal career opportunities across multiple roles, disciplines, domains, and locations. If you are passionate, innovative, and excited to constantly raise the bar, you may just be our next NiCEr!

Enjoy NiCE-FLEX!

At NiCE, we work according to the NiCE-FLEX hybrid model, which enables maximum flexibility: 2 days working from the office and 3 days of remote work, each week. Naturally, office days focus on face-to-face meetings, where teamwork and collaborative thinking generate innovation, new ideas, and a vibrant, interactive atmosphere.

Requisition ID: 11899
Reporting into: Director, Global Compensation, Analytics & HRIS
Role Type: Manager

About NiCE

NICE Ltd. (NASDAQ: NICE) software products are used by 25,000+ global businesses, including 85 of the Fortune 100 corporations, to deliver extraordinary customer experiences, fight financial crime and ensure public safety. Every day, NiCE software manages more than 120 million customer interactions and monitors 3+ billion financial transactions.

Known as an innovation powerhouse that excels in AI, cloud and digital, NiCE is consistently recognized as the market leader in its domains, with over 8,500 employees across 30+ countries.

NiCE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, neurotype, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other category protected by law.