Total Rewards Director

Description

Position Summary
The Total Rewards Partner is a senior strategic and operational leader responsible for designing executing and continuously improving compensation and benefits programs for the Continent Offices population across EMEA. Reporting to the VP Total Rewards EMEA this role acts as the primary interface between the Total Rewards Center of Excellence and office-based business leaders ensuring that Total Rewards strategies are locally relevant globally consistent and aligned with business priorities. The Partner partners with stakeholders manages a team of C&B experts and leads complex projects to deliver competitive compliant and impactful rewards solutions that attract retain and motivate top talent.

Scope

• Location: London
• Language Requirements: English
• Hybrid Model: 2-3 days in the office

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Advisory: Translate global Total Rewards philosophies into actionable locally relevant strategies; advise leaders on compensation and benefits; anticipate regulatory changes; influence stakeholders.
• Program Design Governance & Operations: Lead design and governance of compensation and benefits programs; oversee annual cycles; ensure compliance.
• Project Leadership & Transformation: Manage high-impact projects including pay transparency initiatives; drive continuous improvement.
• Analytics Benchmarking & Insights: Deliver advanced analytics and benchmarking; prepare dashboards and executive presentations.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Build strong relationships; develop communication materials; educate HR network.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor C&B team; foster collaboration and innovation.

Candidate Profile
Experience

• Professional qualification in HR Business Administration Finance or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits including strategic project leadership.
• Experience supporting senior executives in a multinational matrixed environment.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing compensation and benefits programs.
• Experience managing direct reports and developing high-performing teams.
• Prior experience in hospitality service or retail sector with global operations is an advantage

Skills & Competencies

• Expert proficiency in Excel data analytics and HRIS/compensation tools.
• Strong knowledge of compensation practices job evaluation benchmarking and regulatory compliance.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to create impactful presentations.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and analytical expertise.
• Leadership and influence capabilities; ability to drive collaboration and inspire confidence.
• High ethical standards and com

Why Join Marriott International

As the Total Rewards Director you will play a pivotal role in shaping compensation and benefits strategies across EMEA

Bring your talent expertise to the world stage. Apply today and make your mark with Marriott International.

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