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Total Rewards Lead HCM (d/f/m)
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Total Rewards Lead HCM (d/f/m)
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<span>About this position:
The HCM Functional Total Rewards Lead is responsible for overseeing the implementation and management of the total rewards module within an HCM system, including compensation, benefits, and rewards programs. They ensure that the system supports the organization’s total rewards strategy, aligns with policies, and optimizes compensation processes. This role involves collaboration with HR, finance, and technical teams to manage system configuration and reporting for compensation and benefits data.
What you´ll do
- Configure and manage the total rewards module, including compensation, benefits, and rewards programs
- Streamline compensation workflows to align with company policies and strategies
- Ensure accurate and secure management of compensation and benefits data
- Work closely with HR, finance, and IT teams to support total rewards initiatives
- Develop reports and dashboards to track compensation trends and support strategic decision-making
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in HCM system management, with a focus on total rewards modules (compensation, benefits, rewards) within large organizations
- Relevant certifications as Workday are a plus
- In-depth knowledge of compensation, benefits, and rewards programs, and how they are implemented and managed within HCM systems
- Experience in designing and optimizing total rewards strategies is essential
- Expertise in configuring and managing Total Rewards modules within an HCM system (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Oracle)
- Strong background in managing compensation and benefits data, ensuring integrity, security, and compliance
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with HR, finance, IT, and other stakeholders
- Ability to effectively align cross-functional teams and stakeholders on compensation and benefits initiatives
- Proficiency in generating and analyzing compensation and benefits reports to support strategic decision-making and assess the impact of compensation programs
- Ability to identify issues within compensation processes, troubleshoot them, and implement solutions to enhance the Total Rewards system’s efficiency
- Experience in driving change initiatives related to compensation and benefits, ensuring smooth adoption of system updates and process changes
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
- MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
- CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
- Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.
JOB ID: 25075281
Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf
Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment-Germany@henkel.com
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
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Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
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