Senior Total Rewards Specialist, EMEA

Henry Schein

. Develop, implement and administer compensation programs and processes across EMEA .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeNetherlandsSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compensation program development, job evaluation, and market pricing analysis, with a strong ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across diverse teams. Proficient in utilizing advanced Excel and HRIS tools to support compensation strategies and decision-making.

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Job EvaluationMarket PricingSalary StructuresCompensation AnalysisStakeholder Advisory

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Hard Skills

Job EvaluationMarket PricingSalary StructuresCompensation AnalysisAdvanced ExcelDatabase ManagementReporting ToolsIncentive Plan AdministrationBudget ManagementProject Management

Soft Skills

Presentation SkillsNegotiation SkillsStakeholder CollaborationPlanning and PrioritizationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

MarketPayWorkdayMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

Master’s DegreeRelevant Professional Certification

Industry Keywords

Compensation ProgramsEMEAEquityBusiness ObjectivesAnnual Compensation CyclesVirtual TeamsHRIS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement and administer compensation programs and processes across EMEA
Support internal equity, external competitiveness, company policies and business objectives
Evaluate roles using Mercer’s (Marsh) job evaluation methodology and recommend levels, grades and titles
Develop and review job descriptions with HR and line managers
Maintain accurate job titles, grades, codes and classifications across systems
Advise HR and business leaders on compensation policy and pay decisions
Recommend salary adjustments and promotional increases using market data, internal comparators and company guidelines
Lead market pricing studies and survey participation; maintain job matches and pricing data in MarketPay
Develop and maintain salary grades, ranges and pay structures
Run EMEA merit, promotion, bonus and equity processes
Validate HRIS data, prepare review materials, set timelines and manage approvals
Audit compensation data in Workday and related systems and resolve discrepancies
Produce compensation analyses and reports supporting pay decisions, audits and budgeting
Lead compensation projects end to end, including scope, timelines, resources and budget
Support Benefits and HRIS initiatives, coordinate virtual teams across countries and manage external providers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Deep, hands-on knowledge of job evaluation, market pricing, survey analysis, salary structures and incentive plan administration
Experience designing salary structures, bonus and long-term incentive plans
Advanced Excel skills and confident use of databases, reporting tools and Microsoft Office
Understanding of costs, budgets and business impact of reward decisions
Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver multiple projects to deadline
Strong presentation, negotiation and stakeholder advisory skills
Excellent written and spoken English; an additional language is a plus
Ability to collaborate across countries, functions and virtual teams
Typically 5–7 years of progressively responsible compensation or related HR experience
Experience with job evaluation, market benchmarking, salary structures, annual compensation cycles and incentive administration
Experience managing multiple projects and stakeholders across countries and functions
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
Master’s degree or relevant professional certification is an advantage
Office environment with no special physical demands

Benefits

Comp & perks

No explicit benefits or compensation extras stated
Travel typically less than 10%