Senior Compensation and Benefits Analyst
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday (01/11) at 17:00
Agency support not required for this role
About Pepper Advantage Ireland:
Pepper Advantage Ireland has been instrumental in helping Irish individuals, businesses, and investors navigate their financial journey since 2012. We manage over €20bn worth of assets and have a skilled team of more than 600 people across Dublin and Shannon. We're here to service loans and mortgages which includes processing loan payments and, when needed, working with customers to resolve late payments or assist with financial difficulties.
As part of the international Pepper Advantage Group, we combine local knowledge with global expertise. With operations across the UK, Europe, and Southeast Asia, we employ over 3,500 people and have over €50bn in assets under management.
About this role: This role is an excellent opportunity for a compensation and benefits professional with a background in data analysis, to join our fast-paced, global team. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, the successful candidate will work closely with Finance, HR, and business leaders to evaluate market trends, assess compensation competitiveness, ensure compliance with regulations, and support Pepper Advantage's global rewards strategy.
Location: Dublin, Shannon or London
Permanent/Full time Key Responsibilities: Provide insights and recommendations for global benefits offerings, to attract and retain talent.Support in developing a transparent pay-for-performance reward philosophy that aligns with Pepper's values, culture, and business objectives.Communicate and educate stakeholders on the reward philosophy to ensure alignment and understanding.Lead and oversee the year-end bonus process on a global scale, collaborating with regional HR teams and finance to ensure accurate and timely bonus payouts.Develop and implement a comprehensive benchmarking strategy; collecting and analysing compensation data for various roles across different markets to establish competitive and effective compensation structures.Partnering with internal teams and external vendors to negotiate benefit contracts.Manage and maintain accurate data related to compensation and benefits ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with regulatory requirements.Establish and maintain consistency and fairness in compensation practices across different regions, taking into account local market conditions and regulatory requirements.Regularly assess and compare compensation and benefits packages against industry standards and market trends to ensure the organisation remains competitive in attracting and retaining top talent.Partner with HR and Leadership to integrate performance evaluation and career development initiatives into the rewards framework, linking individual and team achievements to compensation outcomes.Work closely with Talent Acquisition to support the recruitment and retention of top-tier talent by offering competitive compensation packages that reflect market trends and individual contributions.Provide analytical support for various HR projects as needed, including global mobility programs, salary surveys, and policy reviews.Skills & Experience: Bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, or a related field.Proven experience in a similar role (3-5 years), with an understanding of global compensation practices, benefits management, and reward strategies.Experience with compensation survey tools (e.g., Mercer, Willis Towers Watson).Strong analytical and data-driven mindset, with the ability to interpret complex compensation data and trends.Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all organizational levels.In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements related to compensation and benefits on a global scale.Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to develop innovative solutions to complex compensation challenges.High level of integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive compensation and employee information.Proficiency in HRIS and compensation management systems.Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional and global teams. Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Pepper is an equal opportunity employer. Role Profiles are subject to change in line with business needs. For more information on this role please email ******
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