Job Summary
The Total Rewards Manager will oversee the administration and optimization of global compensation, benefits, and reward programs—largely excluding North America. This role plays a critical part in ensuring competitive, equitable, and compliant reward practices across international markets. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, skilled in navigating regional nuances and legal frameworks and will collaborate cross-functionally with HR, finance, and functional BU leaders to implement and manage programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent globally. It is essential that this role is in sync with organizational objectives and at times must operate independently, as a strategic thought partner on key deliverables.
Essential Functions
1. Compensation Administration
- Support with the implementation and management of base and variable compensation structures.
- Assist with global market benchmarking and job evaluations to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices.
- Partner with HR representatives and regional functional leaders to manage annual compensation review cycles, including merit, bonus, and promotion planning.
- Analyze pay equity and internal compensation alignment across countries and regions.
- Develop and maintain international compensation tools, guidelines, and documentation.
2. Benefits Management
- Oversee the administration of employee benefits (statutory and company offered) programs across global markets, including supplemental insurance, pension plans, leave of absence programs and paid time off.
- Evaluate vendor performance and lead renewals or RFPs in partnership with global broker of benefits.
- Partner with local consultants/broker specialists to ensure alignment with market best practices and employee expectations.
- Monitor benefits utilization, employee feedback, and trends to enhance overall value and effectiveness.
- Drive benefits harmonization efforts during M&A and organizational changes where applicable.
- Support with administration of less common benefits that may include EAP’s, learning and development, discounts, allowances/stipends, and other perks
3. Recognition and Rewards Programs
- Administers global employee recognition and reward programs tailored to regional and market norms.
- Manage the programs communications, training materials and promotional campaigns to drive engagement.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure reward programs are meaningful, scalable, and aligned with company values and performance metrics.
- Measure impact of programs through participation metrics, engagement data, and employee feedback
4. Regulatory and Compliance Responsibilities
- Ensure total rewards programs comply with local labor laws and statutory requirements across international jurisdictions.
- Partner with regional HR representatives, legal and local finance teams to regularly audit global programs and respond to regulatory changes.
- Maintain accurate and secure records related to compensation and benefits in accordance with GDPR, data privacy standards, and country-specific requirements.
- Provide guidance and training to HR and business partners on local compliance issues related to compensation and benefits.
- Support internal and external audits related to compensation and benefits reporting.
Core Skills/Competency Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; Master’s or professional certification (e.g., GRP, CCP) preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in total rewards or HR operations, with at least 3 years focused on non-U.S. or global responsibilities.
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills; proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems.
- Excellent project management skills and ability to operate across time zones and cultural contexts.
- Knowledge of international labor laws and compensation/benefits regulations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to working across functional and geographic boundaries.
Protective Industrial Products (PIP) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
At PIP Global Safety, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are respected and valued. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we strive to ensure that employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Employment practices and policies may be subject to variation based on applicable laws and regulations in different countries and jurisdictions.
This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, compensation, benefits, training, and development opportunities. We believe that a diverse team strengthens our global success and enriches our culture
