Oracle
Senior Director, Compensation and Benefits – EMEA
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The Senior Director, Compensation and Benefits – EMEA, will play a key role within the Global Compensation and International Benefits organization, with primary responsibility for compensation across the EMEA region. This individual will work in strong partnership with the HR regional leader, developing collaborative relationships and delivering value to support business executives and strategic priorities in the region. While responsible for regional benefits oversight, the central focus of this role is to drive competitive, fair, and business-aligned compensation strategies.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as a key member of the Global Compensation and International Benefits organization, contributing to global strategy, best practices, and cross-regional collaboration.
- Drive the strategy, development, and execution of compensation programs across Europe, ensuring alignment with business priorities and global standards.
- Partner closely with the HR regional leader to develop and implement compensation solutions that enable talent attraction, retention, and engagement of key executive and employee groups.
- Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders and HR partners on complex compensation matters, including benchmarking, pay equity, job architecture, and incentive programs.
- Ensure compensation and benefits offerings remain compliant with European and local regulations and reflect market best practices.
- Support regional benefits programs to complement compensation strategies and support employee wellbeing.
- Conduct market analyses and internal equity reviews to inform competitive and equitable compensation decisions.
- Collaborate with global and regional teams to support M&A integrations, organizational transformations, and key compensation projects.
- Develop and deliver clear, effective communications and training on compensation programs for HR and business leaders.
- Lead, coach, and develop members of the regional compensation and benefits team.
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Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- At least 10 years of experience in compensation and benefits, including demonstrated leadership in compensation strategy and program management.
- Proven ability to build partnerships and collaborate effectively with senior HR and business leaders.
- Deep understanding of European pay practices, regulatory requirements, and talent markets.
- Excellent analytical, influencing, and communication skills.
- Experience managing cross-border teams and multi-country compensation initiatives.
- Fluency in English; additional European languages are a plus.
Attributes and Skills:
- A strategic, forward-thinking leader with the ability to translate global frameworks into regionally relevant and actionable reward solutions.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of influencing and building trust with senior stakeholders across HR, business, and functional teams.
- A high level of cultural intelligence and adaptability, with the ability to navigate diverse regulatory environments and business contexts across XX countries.
- A strong executive presence and are comfortable presenting to senior and executive leadership.
- You have an analytical and data-savvy, with the ability to interpret complex market trends and internal metrics to drive informed decision-making.
- You thrive in transformation environments and demonstrate resilience in driving change across large, matrixed organizations.
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