Compensation and benefits manager job description

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility
At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design - where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we're providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

About the Position
The position is responsible for supporting the development, management and execution of compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs across the EMEA region in line with the overall global total rewards strategy. This is a hands-on role that requires proactive management, attention to detail, analytics, administration capabilities and an in-depth knowledge of compensation & benefits practices across EMEA. This position provides a great opportunity to work independently and evolve the scope of the compensation & benefits programs while being part of a dedicated team in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
The Compensation RoleCollaborate with the Head of Compensation on the execution, communication and education of the Total Rewards philosophy and compensation policies and programs.Partner with department leaders, HR Business Partners and recruiters on compensation related matters such as offers, promotions, and internal transfers Assist the Head of Compensation with the design and implementation of compensation policies, guidelines, programs, and tools.Develop education and training materials related to compensation policies, tools and programs.Partner with other compensation partners on compensation issues, and work on a variety of special compensation projects as needed, specifically as it relates to new product lines or roles in the organization.Manage the annual compensation review process, as well as provide off-cycle support to managers as needed.Manage job evaluation and market analysis processes along with the company's participation in applicable compensation surveys.Ensures compliance with local/country wage and employment laws.
The Benefits RoleCollaborate with the Head of Benefits on benefits programs (Health, Risk, Wellbeing, and Pension) in various countries in line with the overall global benefits strategy Play a key role in ensuring the benefit offerings are competitive and work with local regulations and practices Designs programs and recommends changes to existing programs by evaluating trends in benefit elections, market trends, and employee engagement Provides top tier escalation support for benefits inquiries and works closely with HR business partners and local leadership to ensure resolution Partners with Compliance and Legal functions to ensure understanding of new legislative requirements, and evaluates and recommends the need for new or revised benefit plans to ensure compliance Develops benefit plan documents and procedures Partners with Finance to ensure proper budgeting and forecasting of benefit program costs Develops and distributes communications materials for implementation of new or revised plans Assists with the maintenance and updating of the benefits dashboards, benefits brochures, communication campaigns, and benefits process documentation, including standard operating procedures Collaborates across the HR team in EMEA to keep everyone informed and understand employee needs May provide expertise or guidance on the design and execution of global or local programs in regions outside EMEAManages new hire benefit induction meeting process and ensure seamless benefits onboarding for new hires Oversee administration of benefit processes such as: participant enrollment, regular audit and invoicing and benefit deductions and subsidies Maintains relationships with benefits consultants, vendors, providers; ensures vendors meet our high customer service standards Performs benefit analysis and process transactions related to various payroll changes (benefit deductions, benefit funding, and benefit reconciliation) and conduct data integrity audits in WorkdayManages the submission of reports to insurance carriers and pension vendors Coordinates on-site and virtual benefit events throughout the year that align with benefits strategy
QualificationsBachelors' Degree, Master's degree a plus.8+ years of broad-based compensation experience Experience working in a similar capacity managing EMEA Benefits or Global Benefits for a 5+ years Strong working knowledge of global benefits and employer legal requirements Experience with pension structures and administration across EMEAExcellent communication and relationship skills interacting with internal stakeholders and outside consultants to achieve results.Ability to present information in a concise and meaningful manner to leadership.Strong project management skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments.Must be able to problem solve and work under pressure in a deadline driven, rapidly changing organization.Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in maintaining confidential and sensitive information.
At Lucid, we don't just welcome diversity - we celebrate it! Lucid Motors is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, and any other characteristic protected under applicable State or Federal laws and regulations.

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Groupon is an experiences marketplace that brings people more ways to get the most out of their city or wherever they may be. By enabling real-time mobile commerce across local businesses, live events and travel destinations, Groupon helps people find and discover experiences-big and small, new and familiar-that make for a full, fun and rewarding life. Groupon helps local businesses grow and strengthen customer relationships-resulting in strong, vibrant communities. Even with thousands of employees spread across multiple continents, we still maintain a culture that inspires innovation, rewards risk-taking and celebrates success.

The Global Head of Compensation and Benefits is accountable for the strategy, design and development of compensation and employee benefits programs, including the delivery and communication of these programs. They are responsible for ensuring that programs are aligned with strategic direction, market competitive, fair and in compliance with established policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

We're a "best of both worlds" kind of company. We're big enough to have resources and scale, but small enough that a single person has a surprising amount of autonomy and can make a meaningful impact. We're curious, fun, a little intense, and kind of obsessed with helping local businesses thrive. Does that sound like a great way to grow your career? Let's get into the details:
Key Accountabilities:
Direct the overall compensation and benefits functions and ensure programs are competitive, balanced and achieve desired behaviors and results that are closely aligned to the Groupon's business strategies.Identify and participate in appropriate compensation surveys, analyze market trends and conduct benchmarking and job evaluations as appropriate.Review compensation structure for the company; provide recommendations for approval and implement as appropriate. This includes review of base salaries, annual cash (bonus) compensation and long-term incentive (equity) awards.Create job ranges and targets for staffing of open positions. Assist with any internal/DOL investigations as appropriate.Ensure that program objectives are effectively communicated globally and understood throughout the organization through multiple learning and communication methods.Collaborate on the development of agenda topics and material development for the HR and Comp. Committee of the Board of Directors and manage the process and timeline for Committee preparedness.Lead, with strong collaboration with Legal and Finance, the annual development of the Compensation Discussion and Analysis and corresponding executive compensation tables in the Company's proxy statement.Closely collaborate with various internal groups - legal, tax, internal communications, public relations, and others as needed - on a variety of issues pertaining to equity and incentive compensation.Manage, hire, develop, engage and coach a global team of compensation and benefits professionals.Provide strong business oriented partnership and solutions to the HR Business Partner team to support the growth of the business.Review incentive compensation structures (cash and equity) annually and provide recommendations for adjustments as needed.Manage year-end Compensation Cycle including budgeting, documentation, year-end communication and individual compensation statements.Research and develop plan for benefits offerings (which may include benefit consolidation/ integration of acquired companies as appropriate).Provide recommendations for approval, and once approved, responsible for implementation.Provide cost/benefit analysis and monitor benefit vendors as appropriate.Create overall plan and execution of Open Enrollments, including hosting employee meetings, working with payroll to ensure appropriate documentation, billing processes, reporting, etc.Create process for on-boarding and exiting employees as it relates to benefits.Relentlessly drive operational excellence and innovation in all areas of responsibility.

Knowledge Base:
History of successful interaction and influence with all levels of stakeholders, especially the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors, CFO, and other senior executives.Ability to grasp quickly business objectives and strategies and how compensation and benefits programs support the attainment of those business goals.Experience designing and linking compensation systems to retention programs and succession planning.Success in creating and articulating ideas and plans to both executive management and peers in the context of business priorities and needs.Strong business acumen; a solid understanding of the financial, legal and tax implications of the various global compensation alternatives.Experience with complex executive compensation negotiations and package development and administration.Demonstrates a passion to seek, share and adopt best practices from both inside and outside of the company and acts as a champion for change.Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment with multiple priorities that requires strong project management and decision-making capabilities. Hands-on approach required.Excellent strategic, analytic and financial skills, including reduction in cost/risk and optimizing global vendor structures/management.Experience in Executive Compensation, including responsibility for preparing materials for the Compensation Committee of a Board of Directors and preparing materials for the CD&A section of the proxy.Demonstrated ability to anticipate future trends/consequences and create innovative strategies. This leader brings a fresh perspective, though they have deep compensation and benefits experience in a customer facing environment.Demonstrates both the art and science of compensation - and is master at Excel and PowerPoint.An experienced manager of people, programs and ideas. Pro-active and results oriented and capable of operating successfully in a retail environment.Highly innovative and creative yet creates effective processes that can move an organization forward.Excellent relationship building, interpersonal and influence skills with clients and colleagues. Anticipates the needs of stakeholders and asks the right questions.

Professional Characteristics:
Authentic individual with impeccable integrity whose personal and professional values are consistent with Groupon's mission, vision and leadership framework.A confident and well-prepared leader who thrives in a retail environment as a leader influencing change and transformation; knows how to keep messages tuned to right levels, whether with executives or more junior coworkers.Collaborative facilitator who develops relationships and loyalty with his/her colleagues across all business functions and levels.Bright individual with strong ability to combine analytical reasoning, creativity and judgment. Quick study, able to handle complex matters with multiple initiatives going on simultaneously. Able to deal effectively with strategic issues, as well as tactical operational details.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business or related disciplines required. An MS or MBA degree is highly desirable.A minimum of 10 years of diverse compensation and benefits experience in a consumer-centric environment.Track record of progressive responsibility managing the compensation function in an international, complex and matrixed organization.A minimum of 5-10 years of senior-level executive compensation and benefits experience Global experience both in compensation and leading a team is required.Exposure to and management of stock/equity administration outside of North America is a plus.Knowledge of current market trends and practices within other industries is ideal.

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Come join MAT as our new Compensation & Benefits Manager! In this role, you will lead our North America benefits and compensation programs. The Compensation & Benefits Manager is responsible for the planning, design, implementation, and administration of an overall employee total rewards strategy to ensure market competitiveness, internal fair practices, and alignment with the corporate rewards philosophy. The Compensation & Benefits Manager reports to the VP, Human Resources, North America and will make recommendations to leadership regarding program offerings based on research and analysis of surveys, bench-marking and best practices. The Compensation & Benefits Manager will also create annual communication and implementation plans.
Principle Responsibilities

Manages the design and implementation of compensation and benefits programs - proposing plan changes and program improvements as needed.

Manages the full suite of MAT employee benefit programs including health and welfare, worker's compensation, life, disability, retirement, COBRA, and leave administration.

Manages broker and vendor relationships for all health and welfare programs.

Manages the selection of health and welfare programs and the annual open enrollment process.

Responds to benefit inquiries, ensuring quick, equitable, courteous resolution.

Facilitates the timely preparation and submission of reports and applications required by law to be filed with regulatory agencies, such as ACA, 401k 5500 and Health & Welfare 5500.

Ensure compliance with all State and Federal wage and benefit regulations.

Develops and implements an organization-wide compensation structure, including job grades and salary ranges, while developing salary policies and administrative procedures, and short and long-term incentive plans.

Guides HR team and managers on the application of compensation guidelines, policies and practices to optimize how compensation tools can support talent objectives.

Reviews and evaluates new and current positions, assigning appropriate job grade and classifications based on market data, internal equity, and FLSA regulations.

Manages annual merit and bonus process.

Develops employee communications for total rewards programs including open enrollment materials and compensation statements.

Liaises with Payroll to ensure accuracy of employee information, including employee benefits deductions and contributions.

Monitors market trends and legislation and informs organization of potential impact of future changes.