Global Compensation & Benefits Specialist
4 days ago
Sant Cugat del Vallès
What are we looking for? At GFT we have an open position for someone willing to work as Compensation Global Compensation & Benefits Specialist. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic person interested in working in an international enviroment. Your main role and responsibilities will be: • Lead and administer compensation programs aligned with the company’s values and strategic priorities, including salary survey participation, global market benchmarking, annual merit cycles, and bonus plan administration., • In partnership with the HR Director, plan, develop, and implement compensation programs, policies, and procedures to support company goals and maintain competitive practices., • Apply analytics and knowledge of advanced compensation concepts and theories to address highly complex business and cross-functional HR challenges., • Oversee and direct program and project resources, ensuring alignment with program structure, project objectives and timely implementation., • Ensure compensation programs are administered consistently and in compliance with internal policies and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations., • Monitor the effectiveness of compensation practices and recommend cost-effective, market-aligned enhancements aligned with business objectives., • Look for opportunities to integrate AI technologies into compensation processes, identifying ways to reduce manual effort, increase accuracy, and automate program management., • Consult with managers, HR Business Partners, and Talent Acquisition on pay decisions, policy interpretation, and job evaluations., • Actively partner with local HR to monitor labor market trends and business conditions across 20 countries where we operate., • Partner with the HR Technology team to assess, implement, and optimize compensation planning tools., • Design thoughtful, creative solutions to compensation-related challenges and programs., • Compile, analyze, and present compensation data clearly and confidently to a variety of audiences. Skills will help you succeed: • 5–10+ years of experience in compensation and benefits, preferably in a multinational or large matrix organization, • Strong knowledge of global compensation practices and benefits design, • Experience managing compensation cycles across multiple countries, • Familiarity with HRIS and compensation tools (e.g, SuccessFactors, Mercer, Willis Towers Watson surveys), • Fluent English speaker Soft Skills • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, • Excellent communication and presentation skills, • Analytical thinking, • Ability to lead cross-functional and global initiatives, • Problem-solving orientation with structured and creative thinking, • High level of rigor, attention to detail, and ethical judgment, • Global mindset with cultural awareness, • Proactive attitude and strong sense of ownership What We Offer • Work-Life Balance & Flexibility: Hybrid/remote work options, flexible schedules, and intensive Fridays., • Training & Development: Personalized plans and training programs., • Social Benefits: Life insurance and remote work support., • Flexible Benefits (“à la carte”): Corporate allowance for meals, transportation, medical insurance, childcare, and training—tailored to your needs and combined with flexible compensation., • Relocation Package (if applicable): Financial support, guidance, and visa sponsorship., • Referral Program., • Wellbeing Program: Nutritional, physical, and mental wellbeing initiatives. Discounts with Well hub. Free psychological support service., • Life at GFT: Intelligent offices, events, values-based awards, and inspiring talks., • International Corporate Culture. At GFT we consider diversity as one of our main pillars and we foster an inclusive work environment based on cooperation and mutual respect. We offer equal opportunities for everyone regardless of race, cultural background, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or religious beliefs. GFT has drafted and registered an Equality Plan that outlines the measures to be taken with the aim of achieving equal treatment and opportunities between women and men within the company, and eliminating, if present, discrimination based on gender. Join our Global Team!
