Role Summary Do you have a passion for both people and numbers? We are currently looking for a Head of Compensation & Benefits, who is responsible for defining and implementing the global compensation and benefits strategy.
The role ensures competitive, fair and performance‑oriented reward programmes, 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 digitalisation and process optimisation.
Responsibilities Strategic Reward Leadership – develop and manage the global compensation and benefits strategy, govern 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, internal stakeholders and external partners / consultants
HR Technology – serve as business owner for Workday, drive continuous optimisation, standardisation and improvement
Team Leadership & Collaboration – lead and develop the C&B, Global Mobility and Payroll teams and foster a culture of performance and collaboration
Qualifications 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
Benefits Top Zurich location with collaboration spaces and free lunch
All the latest technology to help you excel and advance
Agile environment and a culture of trust and collaboration
Home office possibility up to 20%
Flat hierarchy with collaboration at all levels
Campus feeling and a collaborative spirit
At Vontobel, we are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, 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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