Compensation & Benefits Manager

Logistics at full potential

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Compensation & Benefits (C&B) Manager based in Zellik, Belgium to lead and oversee in collaboration with the Global Compensation & Benefits Team with the implementation of European Pay Transparency, Global Job Architecture, and ensure that all related policies, processes, and systems align with local, regional, and global standards.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving compliance, supporting strategic business goals, and maintaining an equitable and competitive compensation structure across multiple regions. 

This role requires an individual who can partner with both finance and HR to analyze and optimize compensation structures, ensure legal compliance, and drive the integration of new roles, policies, and compensation programs to meet the needs of a growing organization.

Additional Information:

• This position may require occasional travel to various European locations.
• Flexibility and the ability to work across multiple time zones may be required due to the global nature of the role.
• You will need full knowledge on the C&B laws and legislations within Belgium and Netherlands.
• Fluency in English, Dutch and French language

What you do on a typical day

European Pay Transparency & Global Job Architecture:

• Lead the development and implementation of European pay transparency policies and practices in alignment with local labor laws and global standards.
• Ensure job architecture supports Pay Transparency requirements offering competitive and equitable compensation structures.
• Drive gender neutrality in pay, ensuring compliance with both local laws and global best practices.
• Perform detailed gap analyses to identify discrepancies in pay structures, both within and between countries, and recommend solutions.
• Provide guidance on country-specific applications of global compensation policies, accounting for local nuances, labor laws, and local market competitiveness.
• Develop and maintain a consistent pay structure across the country always in alignment with the Region/Global and ensure accurate documentation for compliance and audits are available
• Conduct regular audit management, including documentation of findings and compliance with GDPR.

Policy Development & Revision:

• Review and revise local compensation policies, ensuring consistency across all geographies and alignment with the company's growth strategy.
• Support the creation and revision of compensation policies, integrating changing regulations and evolving business needs.
• Maintain clear documentation of all policies, processes, and compliance requirements to ensure readiness for audits and legal checks.
• Design and implement a regular review process to ensure continued alignment of compensation structures with legal and market changes.

Training & Development:

• Design and deliver training programs to educate managers and HR teams on compensation practices, pay transparency, and new policy changes.
• Regularly update and refresh training materials based on changes in compensation regulations and internal processes.
• Provide compensation education to employees to increase understanding of pay structures, benefits, and career progression.

Legal Compliance & Risk Management:

• Stay up to date with changes in labor laws, tax policies, and other relevant legislation, ensuring full compliance in each jurisdiction.
• Ensure GDPR compliance in the management of compensation and benefits data.
• Support internal audits and provide recommendations for improvements or adjustments based on audit findings.
• Manage audit requirements by ensuring thorough documentation and preparation for external and internal reviews.

Strategic Partnership & Communication:

• Collaborate closely with the Business, Finance, Legal, and HR teams to ensure alignment with the Business Strategy and alignment between compensation structures, budget setting, and tax optimization.
• Partner with external providers to evaluate and negotiate compensation-related services, conducting cost analysis and ROI assessments.
• Manage internal communications regarding compensation, benefits, and new policies, ensuring clarity and transparency for all stakeholders – in collaboration with the Global Compensation and Benefits Team.
• Support business growth by addressing and anticipating compensation implications related to expansion and role changes.

Compensation & Benefits Optimization:

• Develop strategies for tax optimization, including programs for pension contributions, social security, and other benefits across multiple jurisdictions.
• Monitor and review the competitiveness of bonus structures and bonus target practices, ensuring alignment with company culture and market trends.
• Collaborate with leadership to understand salary scales and cost implications tied to the hiring of new employees and role progression.
• Manage flex benefits packages, optimizing them for tax efficiency and employee wellness.

Leadership & Team Collaboration:

• Provide ongoing leadership to internal stakeholders, ensuring consistent application of compensation and benefits policies and frameworks.
• Act as a subject matter expert in compensation-related matters, particularly in areas such as job architecture, pay transparency, and tax optimization.
• Foster a collaborative environment between Compensation & Benefits, HR, Legal, and Finance teams to enhance overall strategic decision-making.

Annual Review & Planning:

• Refresh and review compensation strategies annually, ensuring alignment with any changes in local and global regulations or company policies.
• Conduct an annual review of salary benchmarks, gender pay audits, and compensation structures, making necessary adjustments based on market conditions.
• Evaluate and integrate new roles or changes in job hierarchies, ensuring that policies reflect these shifts appropriately.

Special Projects & Additional Responsibilities:

• Lead efforts for temporary workforce transitions to permanent roles, managing benefit offerings, housing, family hiring opportunities, and other related packages.
• Design and implement programs related to graduates and funding, preparing business cases for career development and compensation.
• Contribute to the budget setting process, ensuring that C&B considerations are incorporated into financial planning.
• Ensure job calibration for accurate benchmarking, using both internal data and external surveys to set appropriate pay scales.
• Anticipate growth implications on C&B, making recommendations on new hires, promotions, or reorganizations.
• Oversee AIP (Annual Incentive Plan) development, ensuring transparency in calculations and competitive alignment with industry standards.
• Monitor health insurance plans and propose cost mitigation strategies where appropriate.

What you need to succeed at GXO  

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field. A master’s degree or certifications in C&B or HR-related areas (e.g., SHRM-SCP, CCP) is a plus.
• Experience: 5-7 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits management, with a strong focus on European pay transparency and global job architecture.
• Skills:
  • Operational and strategic capabilities (translate strategy into actionable local plan)
  • Strong knowledge of labor laws and tax regulations, particularly in Europe.
  • Expertise in pay equity analysis, including gender neutrality.
  • Experience with GDPR compliance in the context of compensation and benefits.
  • Ability to analyze complex data and translate it into actionable insights.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and influence decision-making.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Languages: Fluent in English, Dutch and French, a plus.

What we offer you

We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment where your ideas and expertise are valued. You will have the opportunity to drive meaningful change across the organization and make a direct impact on our employees' compensation and benefits experience. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking, growth-oriented company committed to the development of our people and their long-term success

Unlock the potential of your future!

Your work environment

Working at GXO Logistics means working in a dynamic and international organization. A fascinating environment with plenty of room for personal input and development. Employees at GXO Logistics are in charge of their own success. Whatever your position at GXO Logistics, you will face new challenges every day, which will enable you to develop optimally. We support you in your development, so that you can contribute to the entrepreneurship of our organisation.

GXO Logistics offers advanced supply chain solutions for the world's most successful companies in many industries; like e-commerce, food & retail and industrial multinationals. In the BeNe region (The Netherlands and Belgium) GXO BeNe operates from +30 different locations with its headquarters in Eindhoven (NL).

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In short, this is the next place you want to work!

For more information, please contact Debbie Haywood, Corporate Recruiter she/he can be reached via email to debbie.haywood@gxo.com.

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