Director, Compensation and Benefits, EMEA

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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

As an integral part of the EMEA Compensation and Benefits Team, the Director of Compensation and Benefits, EMEA provides consulting and partnering support for all compensation and benefits activities related to job evaluation, salary analysis and administration, market benchmark, benefits review, incentive plan design and administration, annual compensation cycle management, and project planning and execution across EMEA. The position will play a key role in the strategy, design and development of the Company's compensation and benefits programs to enable Marriott to attract and retain top talent. This position will collaborate with the Human Resources team to deliver compensation and benefits support to meet HR objectives and business strategy. This role will partner with the HR Team and other continents to achieve alignment as appropriate, as well as work with external partners to bring in external market data to deliver market driven compensation and benefits decisions to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and compliance with applicable regulations and policies.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

Specific responsibilities and contributions critical to the successful performance of the position:

• Working independently with business leaders (disciplines, geographies, businesses), provide on-going compensation consultation regarding management and non-management compensation matters in an accurate and timely manner. This includes job evaluation support, salary analysis, survey participation, project management and participation, to enable HR and Leaders to make informed compensation decisions that are in compliance with compensation policies and practices. Identify issues which may evolve to be broader projects, such as those with an enterprise-wide scope.
• Provide compensation consulting expertise to support customers at all levels in the organisation in making informed compensation decisions. Independently provide data driven analyses to bring effectiveness, accuracy and efficiency of compensation programs.
• Collaborate with HR to identify and scope a variety of compensation projects through the development and implementation process. Develop project plans, timelines and resource needs. Manage project milestones and project plans by working and coordinating with key stakeholders. Present findings to leadership and partner with various stakeholders to provide solutions and resolve complex project issues.
• Support the compensation processes, including the merit review, bonus process and stock cycle in Oracle. This includes system management, delivering project plans, processes and workflows, communication with the relevant stakeholders including HR Teams and US HQ Compensation Team.
• Work with and support the US HQ Compensation and Benefits Team, with any compensation and benefits initiatives.
• Lead and support revision of employee benefits, programs (e.g. medical and pension), processes and employee allowances (e.g. housing, car, travel allowance). Ensure these are aligned to best practice to maintain a competitive market positioning.
• Evaluate and identify industry trends and opportunities to modify and improve benefit programs, policies and procedures and manage costs.
• Provide HR Leadership Team with creative alternatives and recommendations for capturing/ enhancing compensation & benefits performance with specific focus on cost effective solutions.
• Develop and implement compensation and benefits policies and programs.
• Develop training and presentation materials for compensation & benefits programs and education for HR Team and Leaders.
• Partner with external consulting companies on survey completion and key strategic projects.
• Assist the VP Compensation and Benefits EMEA with any projects and initiatives upon request.
• Represent the team in resolving associate concerns.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Experience

• 4-6 years' experience in Compensation and Benefits in a large complex organization.
• Experience in management or support implementation or work with HR compensation systems.
• Previous experience of managing strategic projects in Compensation and Benefits.
• A strong background in Mathematics, Finance, Statistics or Economics preferred.
• Hospitality/ Hotel experience is desirable.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of compensation practices, job analysis/ evaluation, benchmarking, local labor regulations, and general HR practices.
• Strong project management skills, able to plan and prioritize activities.
• Great verbal and written communication skills to deliver the right message for the right audience.
• Expert skills in Excel for analysis, formulas and charting.
• Expert in MS powerpoint, able to develop presentation decks to illustrate and communicate related information.
• Strong analytical skills are required to effectively analyze data, with exceptional accuracy.
• Ability to perform independently or as part of a team in a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to work in fast paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree, preferable in Human Resources or a related professional area.

COMPETENCIES

Leadership

Adaptability - Maintains performance level under pressure or when experiencing changes or challenges in the workplace.

Communication - Conveys information and ideas to others in a convincing and engaging manner through a variety of methods.

Problem Solving and Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; obtains and compares information from different sources to draw conclusions, develops and evaluates alternatives and solutions, solves problems, and chooses a course of action.

Professional Demeanor - Exhibits behavioral styles that convey confidence and command respect from others; makes a good first impression and represents the company in alignment with its values.

Managing Execution

Building and Contributing to Teams - Participates as a member of a team to move toward the completion of common goals while fostering cohesion and collaboration among team members.

Driving for Results - Sets high standards of performance for self and/or others; assumes responsibility for work objectives; initiates, focuses, and monitors the efforts of self and/or others toward the accomplishment goals; proactively takes action and goes beyond what is required.

Planning and Organizing - Gathers information and resources required to set a plan of action for self and/or others; prioritizes and arranges work requirements to accomplish goals and ensure work is completed.

Building Relationships

Coworker Relationships - Interacts with others in a way that builds openness, trust, and confidence in the pursuit of organizational goals and lasting relationships.

Customer Relationships - Develops and sustains relationships based on an understanding of customer/stakeholder needs and actions consistent with the company's service standards.

Global Mindset - Supports employees and business partners with diverse styles, abilities, motivations, and/or cultural perspectives; utilizes differences to drive innovation, engagement and enhance business results; and ensures employees are given the opportunity to contribute to their full potential.

Learning and Applying Professional Expertise

Applied Learning - Seeks and makes the most of learning opportunities to improve performance of self and/or others.

Business Acumen - Understands and utilizes business information to manage everyday operations and generate innovative solutions to approach business and administrative challenges.

Technical Acumen - Understands and utilizes professional skills and knowledge in a specific functional area to conduct and manage everyday business operations and generate innovative solutions to approach function-specific work challenges.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

About the Team

Marriott International is the world's largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.