Compensation Partner - EMEA
Compensation Partner - EMEA
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Compensation Partner
Cambridge
This role is to be based at our European Headquarters based in Cambridge we would consider hybrid or remote working.
The role
The Compensation Partner will be a key member of the EMEA Compensation & Benefits team developing and executing strategies to attract and retain top talent. Reporting to the Director this role collaborates with global compensation local HR TA and business leaders to ensure competitive programs aligned with business priorities. Additionally the role contributes to the annual compensation project calendar ensuring regional alignment with the COE calendar.
Why us
Illuminas employee benefits are industry-leading and include flexible time off private medical insurance compassion and care time off leisure travel insurance pension employee stock purchasing program volunteer time off and much more!
About you
Youll bring a wealth of experience and expertise in compensation and benefits coupled with a proactive positive and collaborative mindset. As a subject matter expert youll have the knack for influencing without direct authority and seamlessly collaborating with the broader business. Your ability to engage and inspire others will be key to driving impactful results.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Partnering
Primary Compensation Partner: Guide pay-related decisions for Global Compensation local TA and HR.
Regional Lead: Drive strategic initiatives in global compensation projects.
Education: Train managers on compensation philosophy pay structures and stock programs.
Compensation Benchmarking & Pay Reviews
Lead Benchmarking: Oversee EMEA compensation and benefits benchmarking.
Salary Surveys: Manage annual salary survey reviews and submissions.
Market Reviews: Conduct ad hoc market reviews with HRBPs and business leaders.
Job Structure Projects: Handle job evaluations new job family benchmarking and organizational structure reviews.
Tool Maintenance: Maintain and leverage the compensation benchmarking tool.
Compensation Program & Annual Review Process
Annual Cycle Preparation: Ensure EMEA alignment with global compensation strategies.
Total Pay Review: Drive regional pay review processes.
High-Inflation Reviews: Provide recommendations to maintain competitive positioning.
Pay Equity & Regulatory Compliance
Pay Equity Projects: Lead gender pay reviews in the UK France and Spain.
Compliance: Manage EU Gender Pay Directive compliance and stay updated on regional pay legislation.
New Entity Setup & M&A
Compensation Setup: Lead compensation setup for new entities and handle M&A compensation aspects.
Consultant Fee Arrangements & Compliance
Fee Review: Manage annual fee reviews and consultant arrangements in emerging markets.
Other Compensation Projects
Initiatives: Manage shift and overtime policy reviews CBA reviews secondment policy recommendations and workers council partnerships.
Qualifications & Experience:
Strong technical knowledge of compensation principles job evaluation benchmarking and market analysis.
Related degree would be beneficial
Experience managing complex compensation projects including pay equity and regulatory compliance.
Proactive approach to problem-solving and stakeholder engagement.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Excellent analytical problem-solving and project management skills.
Strong communication and negotiation skills to influence senior stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Experience with compensation in a global or regional capacity particularly across EMEA is highly desirable.
We are a company deeply rooted in belonging promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation Illumina has always prioritized openness collaboration and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay regardless of gender ethnicity or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences increase cultural awareness and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex race creed color gender religion marital status domestic partner status age national origin or ancestry physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation pregnancy military or veteran status citizenship status and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local state and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process please contact To learn more visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
Employment Type
Full-Time
