Compensation Specialist

Yara International

. Develop and manage policies and processes related to the company's compensation programs, ensuring that compensation remains competitive and aligned with the market.

Posted 10/21/2026contractSão Paulo • BrazilMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compensation program development and management, utilizing WTW's GGS methodology for job evaluation and salary determination. Proficient in analyzing compensation data and trends to advise on salary negotiations and retention strategies.

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Compensation Program DevelopmentWTW's GGS MethodologyCompensation Data AnalysisHRIS ProficiencyLabor Laws Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Compensation StructuresJob Evaluation ToolsSalary SurveysMarket BenchmarkingCompensation ProjectsJob Architecture ImplementationCompensation Structure HarmonizationAdvanced ExcelPowerPointWord

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsNegotiation Skills

Tools & Technologies

HRISAnalytical Tools

Industry Keywords

Compensation ProgramsShort-Term Incentive ProgramsSales Incentive ProgramsMarket TrendsLabor Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage policies and processes related to the company's compensation programs, ensuring that compensation remains competitive and aligned with the market.
Evaluate job positions using WTW's GGS (Global Grading System) methodology to determine salary ranges and job classifications.
Implement short- and long-term compensation programs in accordance with internal policies and market practices.
Ensure the accuracy of eligibility data and variable compensation information across positions and employees.
Support and analyze changes to positions, salaries, and job grades.
Conduct compensation surveys and market benchmarking analyses.
Analyze compensation data, identify trends and gaps, and recommend improvements to management.
Advise managers and HR teams on salary negotiations, promotions, and retention strategies.
Collaborate with HRBPs and managers to align compensation with performance management, merit reviews, sales incentives, and short-term incentive programs.
Communicate compensation policies and programs to employees, managers, HR staff, and management.
Implement and monitor the country's annual salary review process and participate in related meetings.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
A postgraduate degree in Human Resources, Finance, or a related field is an advantage.
Broad understanding of compensation structures, short-term and sales incentive programs, salary surveys, job evaluation tools, including WTW's GGS methodology, and market trends.
Knowledge of labor laws and regulations related to compensation at the local, state, and federal levels.
Experience with compensation projects, such as job architecture implementation and compensation structure harmonization.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Proficiency with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and other analytical tools.
Native Portuguese and English proficiency at least at an intermediate level.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Diverse and inclusive work environment
Equal opportunities for all
Reference and background checks may be conducted in accordance with local legislation and the nature of the work