Global Compensation Strategist

About us:

We are a global leader in the IT services industry, providing innovative solutions and services to clients worldwide. As we expand our presence globally, we are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Head of Total Rewards to lead our compensation and benefits strategy.

Job Overview:

The Head of Total Rewards will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive global compensation strategy. This role involves establishing a standardized global compensation framework, designing differentiated rewards programs, and managing key aspects such as job architecture, compensation benchmarking, short-term incentives, long-term incentives, and global benefits administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a global compensation framework and strategy that aligns with business objectives and competitive market practices.
• Oversee the creation and continuous improvement of differentiated rewards programs, including short-term incentives, long-term incentives, and executive compensation.
• Design and implement a comprehensive job architecture model to ensure consistent and equitable job classifications, structures, and career progression paths across the organization.
• Conduct global compensation benchmarking to ensure competitiveness in attracting and retaining top talent in the IT services industry.
• Lead the development of compensation surveys, cost models, and market analysis to ensure alignment with global industry standards and company objectives.
• Administer and manage global benefits programs, ensuring consistency and competitiveness across regions while aligning with employee needs and organizational goals.
• Provide analytical support and insights for compensation planning, budgeting, and forecasting, including costing models for compensation strategies.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and HR teams to evaluate and recommend compensation solutions that enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and performance.
• Develop and maintain compensation-related reports and dashboards, providing actionable insights for leadership decision-making.
• Communicate total rewards programs to employees, ensuring clarity, understanding, and alignment with organizational culture.
• Ensure compliance with all local, national, and international compensation regulations and monitor legislative changes that may impact compensation and benefits programs.

Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• 7+ years of experience in a senior Total Rewards or Compensation and Benefits leadership position, preferably in a global IT services or technology company.
• Strong expertise in establishing and managing a global compensation framework, job architecture, and rewards strategy.
• In-depth experience with compensation benchmarking, STIPs, LTIPs, and executive compensation practices.
• Background in global benefits administration, including the design and management of benefits packages across different regions.
• Exceptional analytical skills, including data modeling, statistical analysis, and advanced Excel functions.
• Expertise in creating high-level presentations for executive audiences, with the ability to communicate complex data and insights effectively.
• Experience in developing compensation surveys and costing models, with the ability to provide strategic recommendations based on data-driven insights.
• Understanding of market trends in compensation and benefits, particularly within the IT services industry.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with cross-functional teams and present ideas persuasively to senior management.

Bonus Information:

Avaso is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We offer a range of benefits, including professional development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive team environment. We welcome your application if you are passionate about total rewards and committed to delivering exceptional results.