This Compensation and Benefits Manager role is critical for providing program management and execution of compensation and benefits programs across the EMEA Business Unit. The manager will ensure that pay and benefits practices are competitive, aligned with business objectives, and compliant with relevant local legislation. This role requires extensive analytical skills, expert knowledge in compensation design, and the ability to consult effectively with HR Business Partners and business leaders.
Responsibilities
- Provide compensation program management and execution including but not limited to: base pay and variable administration, year-end performance and pay management/processing.
- Responsible for the delivery, education, and communication of the annual and off-cycle compensation planning processes for IQVIA employees working in the EMEA Business Unit.
- Research, analyze and measure compensation solutions to ensure alignment to business objectives and competitiveness of pay and benefits practices.
- Conduct complex analysis in support of talent management objectives and for reporting and costing purposes to ensure programs are affordable to the company and provide maximum ROI.
- Lead market data analyses projects and provide recommendations for pay levels and salary structures in the EMEA Region to remain competitive and consistent with corporate pay philosophy.
- Participate in compensation and benefits surveys and ensure competitive pay and benefits practices are maintained.
- Develop/support and conduct compensation and benefits training programs to familiarize managers and other employees with key elements of the company's compensation, benefits and wellbeing programmes.
- Evaluate programs, keep abreast of local legislation, trends, advances and/or new technology and make recommendations for changes and improvements.
- Partner with HRBP and Corporate Compensation teams to ensure continuous improvement of process and technology in support of compensation programs.
- Provide professional consultation and guidance to managers and HR Business Partners in the EMEA RBU by resolving questions and making recommendations to resolve outstanding issues related to salary programmes.
- Provide professional consultation and guidance to managers and HR Business Partners in the EMEA Region by resolving questions and making recommendations to resolve outstanding issues related to benefits and wellbeing programmes.
- Consult to HRBPs and business leaders regarding compensation and benefits related issues and develop solutions to meet specific needs within their organization.
- Support job evaluation processes.
- Maintain a working knowledge of EMEA legislation that may affect compensation and benefits policies.
- Participate in special projects as assigned, including executive compensation analysis and M&A activities.
- Support any international mobility administration processes for EMEA.
Knowledge & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Business, HR or equivalent.
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience focusing in compensation plan design, job analysis, market pricing, incentives preferably in EMEA.
- Previous experience managing compensation programs, international experience preferred.
- Experience working in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
- Expert knowledge in compensation design, application and theory to include knowledge of regulatory compliance standards for countries in EMEA Regions.
- Excellent analytical and organization skills with the ability to work independently and interact effectively with all levels of management.
- Ability to manage to deadlines and multiple priorities, work under pressure and handle confidential information appropriately.
- Ability to obtain, present and discuss information and recommendations that may be controversial in nature.
- Capable of leading or influencing processes and decision making at a senior level.
- Project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent analytical skills, expert in Excel and knowledgeable in all MS Office products. Workday experience a plus.
- Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, strong analytical and computer skills.
- Demonstrated attention to detail.
