Job Purpose/Mission  
This role is responsible for the design and development of the compensation and benefits/reward structures and related guidelines for EEA. To ensure a holistic approach to EVP development which includes non-monetary benefits across the organisation taking into account country nuances, manage employee wellness and continuously work on strategies to improve Employee experience. This role will assist in creating the HR overall strategy, pay philosophy and approach to employee offerings. 
Responsibilities 

Develop strategies and guardrails regarding compensation and benefits for implementation by the HR Country Leads. 
Responsible for development and improvement of short, medium and long-term incentive schemes for key skills within the organization 
Conducting market research and analysis on best practice compensation and benefit structures 
Conduct market research on benefits plans to gain an understanding of local and global leading practice 
Document findings and prepare a benchmarking report for the Remuneration Committee (RemCo) 
Integral member of the RemCo
Design and develop a reward and benefit plan and obtain the required approvals 
Update of policies, processes and guidelines regarding compensation and benefits 
Drive annual medical insurance renewals to ensure cost effectiveness and a consistent employee experience 
Prepare annual salary review and bonus guidelines and communicate to Remco, Head of People and Culture and HR Country Leads  
Manage the annual salary and bonus review cycle (end to end) for hand-off to payroll 
Ensure annual salary review and bonus cycle is managed within affordability guidelines set by Finance 
Provide Talent Acquisition Team with the generation of employee salary packages to ensure alignment with market and internal pay equity 
Provide salary guidance for promotion cases 
Conduct ongoing research to identify changes in the compensation, benefits and reward landscape (country specific) to ensure adherence to labour law (country specific) 
Consult with Country HR Leads on the implementation and alignment of reward and benefit program 
Support Country HR Leads to resolve escalated employee queries regarding rewards and benefits 
Adhere to benefits service level agreements and quality standards 
Build and maintain relationships with third party benefit and salary survey vendors 
Identify suitable benefit and reward packages that are aligned to leading practice for Organisations similar to EEA 
Align with Group pay rules 
Develop and grow the compensation and benefits capability within EEA 
Process benefits vendor invoices for payment. 
Lead the EEA employee wellness program as part of the EVP in collaboration with the In Country HR Leads 
Explore all non-monetary benefits that can help build and enhance the EVP without adding any costs to EEA .
Lead a team of 2 Compensation and Benefits Analysists

At EEA, we have high expectations for our managers. Each manager plays a key role in creating an exceptional experience not only for our customers but for every person on our team. Our managers help EEA realize our ambitious goals while developing their own leadership skills and facilitating growth for their direct reports.  
We believe that great managers: 

Deliver ambitious results: As a high-performing and accountable leader, you create an enabling environment for effective action and bold decision making which contribute to successful delivery of results. 
Act with integrity: As an ethical leader you are honest, respectful, objective, and transparent. You create and build upon a foundation of trust and openness. 
Inspire and mentor the team: As an inspirational leader you walk the talk. You empower and coach your team with trust and humility. 
Are accessible: As a leader Develop and maintain deep connections with stakeholders through approachability and active listening. 
Ensure diversity and inclusion: as an inclusive leader, you ensure diversity and foster a sense of belonging. 

Requirements: 
Knowledge and Experience: 

5-7 years of HR compensation and benefits experience 
Job evaluation methodology 
Compiling and managing expenditure budgets 
Analytical, statistical and qualitative skills 
Knowledge of compensation and benefits practices 
Advanced computer skills 
Knowledge of the local and international labour law 
Deep rewards and benefits knowledge and proven expertise 
Strategic thinking 
Design thinking 
Business and global acumen 
Ability to work under pressure 
Ability to work independently 
Be solutions focused 
Able to operate in an environment with high levels of ambiguity 
Good interpersonal and communication skills 
Meticulous attention to details
Tenacious
Resilient

Qualifications: 

BSc in Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, Finance or relevant field 
Professional Membership of a Remuneration Body/Association highly advantageous  

Language(s):  

English 
Good conversational French is a plus 

 Technology: 

Advanced computer skills 
Hands-on experience with HRIS or related payroll software systems