What it's about
This position offers an excellent opportunity for you to join the Group Reward Team which owns and manages the design, development and execution of the company’s global compensation strategies and activities in support of our industry sector-aligned business needs. We are looking for an experienced professional to join a high performing team in charge of driving best Reward practices and state-of-the-art processes across all regions. You will work closely with key contacts in the business, in other corporate functions, the regional HR teams globally and with external vendors. This role offers an exceptional career opportunity to gain broad exposure across all business units of Partners Group, collaborating with a diverse team of professionals dedicated to driving operational excellence in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Main responsibilities:
1. Act as the recognized advisor for all compensation-related activities in your assigned area of responsibility, including the year-end compensation process, long-term incentive (LTI) calculations, market-aligned salary adjustments within allocated budgets in recognition of progressions and promotions
2. Act as a trusted advisor to the regional HR teams and business/senior executives on general compensation topics, including the design and implementation of salary structures and pay grades, conducting job evaluations and benchmarking analyses, and managing the annual pay-for-performance review processes
3. Ensure governance and oversight, including consistent application of the group's compensation policies and guidelines in line with legislative and regulatory requirements
4. Support competitive compensation structures through participation in compensation surveys, the collection of relevant data, and analyzing survey results
5. Develop and execute communication strategies to inform employees about compensation and benefits programs through first-rate communication. Apply stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence all levels of management by clearly articulating complex compensation concepts to business leaders
6. Analyze market trends and prepare reports on external developments and changing industry standards. Proactively monitor and respond to updates to employment legislation, financial services regulations, and pay equity compliance requirements
7. Collaborate with HR and recruitment teams to develop competitive compensation packages for attracting top talent and implementing retention strategies
8. Forecast and control costs related to salaries, incentive plans, and benefits. Work cross-functionally with the Legal, Finance, and Tax departments
9. Coordinate relationships with external vendors, brokers, and consultants to ensure the cost effective delivery of benefits programs
10. Provide excellent customer experience and build and maintain successful, trusting relationships with global stakeholders
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What we expect
11. University degree (preferable business administration, economics, or comparable studies) and/or minimum 7 years relevant experience
12. Experience in the financial services industry, demonstrating a solid understanding of corporate structures, operations and the regulatory environment
13. Comprehensive knowledge of a broad range of compensation models, with specific understanding of nuances for an employee base in the private equity sector
14. General global understanding of all aspects of Reward, including compensation, mobility, LTI design and administration, and associated payroll, income tax, and social security principles
15. Experience with the management of global benefits is a plus
16. Ability to analyze advanced compensation frameworks, distill critical insights, and communicate findings persuasively to drive informed decisions
17. Willingness to thrive in a dynamic and demanding environment, ideal for candidates who can balance multiple priorities and enjoy tackling complex challenges
18. Team-oriented, can-do attitude with the ability to work independently
19. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
20. Strong global mindset and sensitivity to various cultures
What we offer
Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded. We offer a fantastic opportunity for you to grow:
21. Competitive compensation package with performance-based bonuses that reward your achievements
22. Professional, international working environment with global exposure
23. Challenging, rewarding career opportunities within our expanding company
24. Collaborative culture with hands-on training and dedicated mentorship programs
25. PG Academy - our dedicated learning and development platform for continuous growth
26. One-month sabbatical after every five years of service to recharge and explore
27. State-of-the-art building featuring diverse dining options in our on-site restaurant
28. Daily lunch allowance to fuel your success
29. Complimentary gym access and fitness classes to maintain your work-life balance
30. Engaging office events, team activities, and volunteer opportunities to connect with and help our local communities