Global Head of Compensation

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Vernier, Schweiz Givaudan Vollzeit

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Global Head of Compensation - Your next role?

As the Global Head of Compensation, you will develop and implement our global compensation programs and policies to help deliver the HR strategy and to attract, and engage talent. You will be a key member of the Global Rewards team, alongside the Head of Benefits and the Head of Mobility, shaping and delivering strategic initiatives. You will lead the global compensation team fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

You will report directly to the Head of Global Rewards and will be based in Geneva or Zürich, Switzerland (hybrid role, #LI-Hybrid).

What is in it for you?

  • Collaborate with a highly motivated and supportive team at Givaudan, where teamwork and innovation are at the core of our culture, fostering an environment that encourages professional growth and shared success.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of global compensation strategies that align with Givaudan's HR objectives. You will join at the beginning of a new 5-year strategic cycle, positioning you to make a significant impact from the outset.
  • Drive initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and engagement by designing competitive compensation practices, ultimately making a meaningful impact on the overall employee experience and organizational performance.

Your main responsibilities will be:

  • Assess the effectiveness of global compensation programs and policies by designing strategic and cost analyses leading to recommendations based on feasibility of changes, return on investment, competitiveness, internal consistency and best practices
  • Drive the implementation of new and enhanced global fixed, variable and equity compensation practices, programs and policies
  • Monitor local and regional compensation practices of existing business and newly integrated companies, providing expertise on complex matters
  • Design and drive the global compensation agenda, including salary structures, annual salary increase, short-term and long-term incentive plans
  • Establish, maintain and promote compensation policies, guidelines and governance that support fair and compliant pay practices across all levels and countries
  • Provide expert advice and consultation to HR and senior leaders on complex compensation matters
  • Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing global team of regional compensation and LTIP managers
  • Through close collaboration and partnership with our Givaudan Business Services Rewards team, deliver core compensation processes to the business, ie annual salary review, annual variable pay, and long term incentive
  • Provide thought leadership on external compensation trends and practices including compensation management systems

Your successful profile includes:

  • Relevant university degree
  • 15 -20 years experience in compensation management
  • Experience in leading and developing international teams
  • Proficiency in analyzing compensation data, market trends and employee performance metrics to inform decisions
  • Strong project management, change management and presentation skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability to convey complex compensation concepts to all stakeholders
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a matrixed global environment
  • Ability to travel internationally as required
  • Fluency in English and preferably other language
  • We have career development opportunities
  • Paid Time Off and family leave
  • Sport and leisure clubs
  • Company shop
  • Staff restaurant


At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Givaudan is committed to equal opportunities. Therefore, we welcome applications regardless of cultural and social background, gender, age, religion or sexual identity. 
We also have a safe working environment, progressive working conditions and are certified as an equal pay employer.
 

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