Global Compensation Manager

SGS

Compensation Manager at SGS designing job architecture and compensation plans globally. Influencing pay decisions and collaborating across a multicultural environment.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeRemote • Roma • 🇮🇹 ItalyMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Hard Skills

compensation managementjob architecturejob levellingsalary benchmarkingfinancial statement interpretationKPI analysisincentive plan designactuarial analysisstatistical analysisadvanced Excel skills

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingcollaborationcommunicationproject managementpragmatic approachmulticultural awarenessrelationship management

Industry Keywords

global environmentSwiss labor lawSwiss Code of Obligationsreward communicationsmarket benchmarkingsalary range designmerit budgetspay decisionsshort-term incentive planslong-term incentive plans

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, govern, and maintain SGS’s global job architecture and job grading systems
Lead market benchmarking and salary range design; analyze internal compensation practices and labor market trends to inform merit budgets and pay decisions
Support short- and long-term incentive plan design (cash and equity)
Interpret financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) and assess business impact of reward decisions
Provide expert guidance to HR and senior leaders across a global, multicultural environment
Collaborate closely with a small, high-performing team and coach colleagues on reward topics
Manage relationships with external vendors and service providers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid experience in compensation management in a multinational or global environment
Excellent knowledge of Excel and advanced spreadsheet skills (actuarial/statistical analysis a strong plus)
Strong foundation in job architecture, job levelling, and salary benchmarking
Ability to interpret financial statements and KPIs
Experience with incentive plan design and reward communications
Pragmatic, hands-on approach and ability to manage multiple projects in parallel
Fluent in English; additional European languages a plus
Knowledge of Swiss labor law and the Swiss Code of Obligations (preferred)
Interest in technology and recent developments, including AI

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, hybrid work options anywhere in Europe