Head Compensation & Benefits

Do you have a passion for both people as well as numbers? We are currently looking for a Head of C&B, who is responsible for defining and implementing the global compensation and benefits strategy. The role ensures competitive, fair and performance-oriented reward programs, oversees global governance, leads the annual compensation cycle, and acts as key advisor to senior management, the Executive Board and the Remuneration Committee. The position additionally serves as Business Owner for Workday HRIS modules related to reward and plays a strategic role in HR digitalization and process optimization.

What would your role be?

Strategic Reward Leadership

develop and manage the global compensation and benefits strategy, govern global compensation frameworks, ensure alignment of reward philosophy with talent management, succession planning and performance management

Compensation Cycle & Executive Governance

lead the annual global compensation cycle, prepare remuneration materials for senior management, Executive Board and Remuneration Committee

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

ensure compliance with regulatory standards and draft Compensation Report

Analytics, Benchmarking & Budget Management

manage compensation and benefits budgets, conduct global market benchmarking, analytics and workforce cost modelling, deliver KPI-based reporting for business and HR stakeholders.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

advise senior leaders, other internal stakeholders and external partners / consultants

HR Technology

serve as Business Owner for Workday, drive continuous optimization, standardization, etc.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

lead and develop the C&B, Global Mobility and Payroll teams, foster a culture of performance and collaboration

What are we looking for?

10+ years of progressive, deep experience in compensation & benefits

Experience in listed companies & global environment preferred

Proven experience managing executive compensation & regulatory frameworks

Strong leadership & interpersonal skills

Outstanding analytical & strategic competences

Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills

University degree in Business, Finance, Economics or related field.

What do we offer?

Top Zurich location with collaboration spaces and free lunch

All the latest technology to help you excel and advance

Agile environment in how we think, the way we work and our trust for each other

Lots of special perks, including home office possibility up to 20%

Flat hierarchy with collaboration at all levels

Campus feeling and a collaborative spirit

We are looking for talented people, not just a CV that ticks all the boxes. Even if you do not have absolutely everything we have asked for, if this role sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

Why Vontobel?

At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. As a family-owned and publicly listed company with over 2,000 professionals based in 28 locations globally and headquartered in Zurich, we’re committed to long-term thinking and sustainability.

Our diverse team values unique perspectives, and we hire individuals determined to deliver in a dynamic and changing world. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply if you’re enthusiastic about the role.

Do you want to be Vontobel?

Thank you for applying to Vontobel. We will carefully review your application and will respond to you in a timely manner.

At Vontobel, we are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

We value the many voices within our teams and are committed to creating an environment where everyone who wants to be part of our performance culture can be themselves. It is based on mutual respect and zero tolerance for any form of discrimination.

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