Director

Job Description : DIRECTOR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS GCC Provide strategic and operational leadership in the design, development, implementation, administration, and communication of compensation programs including base pay, variable pay, merit, compensation planning, market analysis, and retention with a focus on continuous improvement. Work with the Chief HR Leader in Dubai, UAE to define the processes and execution for all operation business units across the GCC, ASIA and CIS regions. Support global HR and business teams in the design, management and administration of various pay plans and programs. Be the expert and go to on all subject matters. Review current compensation processes and procedures to find opportunities for process improvements and recommend solutions for implementation to drive efficiency as well as enhance employees’ total rewards experience. Identify automation enhancements to systems, programs and tools to ensure data integrity and to further develop scalability. Support the development and management of short- and long-term incentive plans, including equity plans. Partner with business and HR leaders in the implementation and administration of compensation programs and initiatives. Provide HR business partners and business leaders with market-based and thoughtful guidance related to compensation decisions, actions, and plans. Develop and conduct training and education on compensation programs for the broader Total Rewards and HR teams. Devise creative solutions and approaches to compensation that enable us to meet the demands of a competitive marketplace while ensuring fair pay. Act as a strategic business advisor to senior business leaders and a partner to HR leaders, ensuring that our programs align with our business goals and support talent acquisition, retention, career development, mobility and our diversity initiatives. Evaluate market data and participate in salary surveys to ensure the company’s competitive market position. Support the annual administration of the compensation program by providing management & HR Partners with advice on setting pay, policy and guideline interpretation, as well as job evaluation. Collaborate with HR Technology team on technology strategy, improvements, and enhancements to data integrity and Total Reward systems and tools. Support audit processes and legal reporting to make certain compensation programs are administered in compliance with company policies and government regulations. Support other initiatives as needed. Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field of study or equivalent experience. A solid background within FMCG, Consumer Goods 5+ years compensation leadership experience within an MNC global company and exposure to family organizations or PE firms. A minimum of 10+ years of dynamic compensation experience partnering with senior leadership/executives and a track record for driving the talent agenda. A track record of working multi countries specifically the CIS and Eastern European countries. Proven experience in job evaluation, job architecture, market pricing, benchmarking, salary structure design and development, pay for performance, short- and long-term incentive compensation, and equity plan development and administration. Experience with employee global mobility as it relates to compensation issues and matters. Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to analyze and interpret global compensation data, draw insights and conclusions, and make recommendations to senior leaders. A self-starting creative problem solver with analytical skills and ability to recommend solutions to complex global compensation issues. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively present complex global compensation information and influence team members at all levels of the organization. Knowledge of global compensation laws, regulations, and market trends. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Diligent and organized, with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple global priorities and deadlines. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive global compensation information with discretion. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office products and HR applications Great Company Culture. We pride ourselves as being one of the most creative and innovative places to work, creativity, respect, innovation, efficiency, diversity, and full autonomy. Part of the new transformational project this will be part of a small intimate team looking to grow rapidly throughout 2024. With great office locations in the heart of Dubai with a small inspirational SLT in HQ this role allows innovation and creativity. The accessibility to travel to our business units and manufacturing facilities across Europe and the CIS Growth: As a rapidly growing FMCG company, we pride ourselves on creating environments where employees are encouraged to be themselves, inquisitive, collaborative and to grow within and around the company. Work Hard, Play Hard. Our employees’ bond, collaborate and have fun. Benefits. Exceptional Tax-Free Package. Full Medical, Bonus

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