Compensation Manager

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. Manage pay and bonus processes end to end across EMEA and APAC .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing compensation processes across EMEA and APAC, with a strong focus on data integrity, market benchmarking, and compliance with local regulations. Proficient in utilizing AI tools and advanced Excel skills to analyze complex datasets and provide actionable insights for pay decisions.

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Compensation ManagementData AnalysisAdvanced Excel SkillsStakeholder ManagementReward Governance

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Hard Skills

Compensation AnalysisData ModelingMarket BenchmarkingScenario ModellingPay TransparencyGender Pay Gap ReportingComplex Dataset ManagementAI Tools UtilizationBonus Cycle ManagementReward Framework Development

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingPrioritizationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayAI ToolsExcel

Industry Keywords

EMEAAPACCompensation PracticesLegal ComplianceReward Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage pay and bonus processes end to end across EMEA and APAC
Manage complex compensation datasets across countries and systems, ensuring data integrity
Build and maintain data models supporting pay decisions, budgeting and forecasting
Analyse pay trends, equal pay and gender pay data and provide actionable recommendations
Own regular and ad hoc reporting for HR and business stakeholders
Deliver market benchmarking and compensation analytics
Maintain competitive and sustainable pay structures across regions
Advise on pay positioning for hiring, promotions, new roles and new markets
Introduce new reward approaches, tools and frameworks
Use AI tools to build models, automate reporting, accelerate analysis and interpret data
Propose and implement improvements to business processes, reporting and controls
Manage annual salary review and bonus cycles from design and modelling through execution and communication
Build and assess scenarios to ensure fair, accurate outcomes aligned with business performance
Plan cycle timelines and coordinate with local HR, Finance and regional stakeholders
Communicate cycle guidelines and tools to managers and HR
Run post-cycle reviews and implement improvements
Support and implement reward frameworks, policies and governance structures
Ensure compensation practices comply with local legal requirements and company policy across EMEA and APAC
Contribute to pay transparency readiness and broader reward programme development
Provide expert guidance to HR colleagues, managers and employees
Resolve complex day-to-day reward queries
Write guidance and communications for stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid experience in a compensation or reward role
Hands-on ownership of annual salary review and bonus cycles
Experience working on reward across multiple countries, ideally in EMEA and/or APAC
Understanding of how pay practice, regulation and market data differ by region
High attention to detail and accuracy
Confidence working with large and complex datasets
Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables and scenario modelling
Active use of AI tools to build models, analyse and interpret data, and improve processes
Ability to manage whole processes and juggle priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to turn complex data into clear, commercial recommendations
Stakeholder management skills across employees, managers and senior leaders
Working knowledge of reward governance
Working knowledge of the EU Pay Transparency Directive
Working knowledge of gender pay gap reporting
Experience using Workday (preferred)
Experience in a matrix/professional services organisation (preferred)
Successful completion of the Firm’s pre-employment screening process
Legal authorization to work in the offered position’s location

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary reflecting skills and experience
Employee assistance programme
Gym discounts
Medical insurance
Headspace membership
Wellbeing platforms
Discount platforms
Cycle to work scheme
Electric car lease scheme
Season ticket loans
Family support resources
Life assurance
Group income protection
Workplace pension scheme including a 5% employer contribution
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 3 personal leave days
Enhanced family leave policies
Volunteering days
Birthday leave
E-learning platform
Mentoring schemes
Training bursaries (where applicable)
Global hybrid working policy
Minimum of two days per week working in the local office, subject to agreement with the manager
Reasonable interview accommodations and support where required