EU Total Rewards Lead

WuXi Biologics Group; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic EU Total Rewards Lead to drive regional compensation and benefits strategies. In this pivotal role, you will align the EU total rewards framework with global strategies, ensuring competitive remuneration offerings and compliance with regulations. You will lead projects, conduct market analyses, and facilitate effective communication of total rewards initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization committed to transforming the biopharmaceutical landscape and making a positive impact on patient lives. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to embrace challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Compensation and Benefits management required.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Administration is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement EU regional total rewards strategy.
• Lead global compensation and benefits projects effectively.
• Conduct market benchmark pricing and analyze remuneration competitiveness.

Skills

Compensation and Benefits Management

Communication Skills

Project Coordination

Excel

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reporting to the EU HR Head, the EU Total Rewards Lead will act as regional C&B expert to translate Corporate TR strategy into regional practice and provide regional solutions and insights to support local business development and needs.

Organization Description:
WuXi Biologics is a premier provider of biologics services (from discovery to commercialization) with global customers in the biopharmaceutical and healthcare industries. We´re one of the world's top three contract development and manufacturing companies for biopharmaceuticals. We enable our clients to research, develop and manufacture drugs from the concept phase to commercial manufacturing. Our mission is to accelerate and transform discovery, development, and manufacturing in the rapidly growing field of biologics to benefit patients worldwide. We currently employ over 10,000 people and provide services to more than 200 customers worldwide, including 13 of the top 20 biopharmaceutical companies.

Department Description

As EU Total Rewards Lead, you’ll be joining an organization where people of all backgrounds and experiences are respected, and where we work together focused on changing lives. In this role you will report to the EU HR Head.

Your Responsibilities:

1. Create EU regional total rewards strategy and align with global TR strategy and principle.
2. Formulate EU total rewards framework and ensure smooth implementation.
3. Participate in annual salary surveys and conduct market benchmark pricing to assess the competitiveness of the company's remuneration offering and provide informative analysis to facilitate business and talent decisions.
4. Monitor government regulations, legislation, and market trends.
5. Conduct job evaluation/leveling.
6. Lead global compensation and benefits projects and ensure smooth implementation in the region.
7. Propose or initiate C&B solutions (e.g., sales incentive plan, labor cost analysis modeling) based on business needs and requirements.
8. Conduct regional benefit benchmark and propose benefit solutions to align with market practice.
9. Propose total rewards communication mechanism based on region strategy and conduct communication activities.
10. Ensure all C&B related projects and processes are smoothly and timely delivered with high quality.
11. Manage the annual compensation activities including merit increase, bonus, and off-cycle salary adjustment smoothly and effectively.
12. Continuously update and revise C&B related policies and SOPs.
13. Work closely with Payroll to ensure the accuracy of C&B data and policy compliance.
14. Manage the C&B budget effectively.
15. Manage regional benefit programs and ensure smooth running of the same.
16. Be flexible to take on additional tasks and responsibilities at the discretion of line manager.
17. Act as a role model for the HR function and the wider organization in adherence to the WuXi corporate core values and PROUD culture.

Your Profile

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree or above in Human Resources, Business Administration or related majors.

Knowledge/Experience:

1. At least 10 years’ working experience of Compensation and Benefits management.
2. Familiar with Mercer/Aon methodology (e.g., Radford, IPE).
3. Deep knowledge of compensation systems and structures and benefit management.
4. Proficient in Excel and Office.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across various levels in the organization.
6. Experience in coordinating complex projects.
7. Ability to work independently and effectively, plan and set priorities to accomplish required tasks.

Onerous Requirements:

1. There may be a requirement for occasional travel to locations within Ireland and overseas to support business needs. Must be willing to travel when required.

As we extend our global reach, we need colleagues interested in change, challenge, and building a new future together. Reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential!

If you have the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and feel that the moment has come for you to be part of such an exciting journey towards accomplishing our mission - Any drug can be made, and any disease can be treated - don’t miss out on this opportunity to join us and reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential. Apply now!