Lead Total Rewards Partner

Company Overview:

With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we’re only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.

At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.

Here, we know that you’re more than your work. That’s why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you’re passionate about our purpose — people — then we can’t wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We’re united by purpose, inspired by you.

Role Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced Total Rewards Partner to join our Global Total Rewards team. The Total Rewards Partner will support with developing and implementing comprehensive total rewards programs in EMEA that align with our global Total Rewards strategy and reflect local market practices to attract, motivate, and retain top talent within the region.

The successful candidate will work with the business and key stakeholders to help determine Total Rewards challenges and opportunities across UKG EMEA. You will lead on Total Rewards management and operations for dedicated EMEA countries, including activities such as local stakeholder and vendor partnering, benchmarking, annual compensation planning, budgeting, salary structures, and benefits administration. In addition, you will support EMEA-wide Total Rewards projects and initiatives as needed.

We are open to hiring this role as a hybrid or fully remote position in Ireland, UK, Netherlands, or Belgium.

As a Total Rewards Partner, you will:

• Ensure the delivery of all Total Rewards administrative and operational processes are in-line with policy and governance frameworks.
• Ensure compliance and market alignment of regional Total Rewards policies and practices.
• Provide updates on the latest commercial and/or technical developments in the industry and reward profession, presenting potential impacts.
• Execute cyclical Total Rewards programs, providing direction and guidance on multiple Total Rewards matters including annual review and annual bonuses.
• Provide guidance to business stakeholders and local HR teams in all Total Rewards matters.
• Support regional efforts to address pay equity initiatives, including communications and educational programs, ensuring that compensation and benefits programs are fair and equitable for all employees regardless of their location.
• Oversee relationships with third-party vendors, including compensation and benefits providers and brokers, to ensure high-quality services and cost-effectiveness.
• When needed, liaise with IT and HR Tech team to provide requirements for system development and implementation.

Qualifications/Experience:

• University level qualification or equivalent within Human Resources or Business Administration or equivalent work experience or relevant professional body qualifications.
• 8+ years professional experience in a similar role within a Total Rewards function, supporting EMEA countries across both compensation and benefits.
• Experience working with market salary surveys and compensation benchmarking systems/tools.
• General knowledge of EMEA employment laws and compliance, particularly as it relates to Total Rewards matters.
• Ideally have experience working in a matrix, multi-territory environment.
• Experience with EMEA works councils is an advantage.
• Ideally bilingual in English and French, Dutch, German, or Spanish.
• Advanced Excel user skills with strong financial acumen.
• Project Management Experience.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• A collaborative and customer-focused mindset.

Where we’re going:

UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it’s our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow!

UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including the recruitment process.

Disability Accommodation:

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com

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