Ph3Overview /h3pAs a Director, Total Rewards, you will be a key player in managing compensation and total rewards programs for half of our global organization, spanning multiple countries. The other half is USA / Canada, which is managed by our colleague in North America. You will oversee critical recurring processes such as the Annual Salary Review (ASR), Short-Term Incentive (STI) target setting, and payouts, ensuring alignment with our developing global compensation strategy. By collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will lead the development and implementation of a consistent global job architecture, be part of establishing and drive consistent equitable and competitive reward practices. The role also directly supports policy work and governance development in the area of reward, adding significant value to our organization focus to solidy the organization for future growth and employee engagement efforts. The role reports directly to our VP Global Total Rewards. /ph3Responsibilities /h3pbKey Accountabilities /b /pulliLead the end-to-end compensation processes including ASR and STI target setting and support the people function with payout processes for assigned regions where needed. /liliServe as the total reward subject matter expert and partner to HR Business Partners and leadership for your countries. /liliCollaborate with global Total rewards team and local leadership to ensure alignment of total rewards initiatives with organizational goals. Collaborate with the global Total Rewards team and People Function to continue designing and developing the global job architecture across the Werfen countries. Drive the implementation of and set up of processes for the future maintenance of the framework. /liliAnalyze market data and internal pay benchmarks to recommend competitive compensation decisions. /liliSupport local People Function and leaders in compliance with local regulations and global company policies related to rewards. /liliSupport communication and change management related to reward programs and policies. /liliDrive continuous process improvements and efficiency in total reward programs and systems. /liliProvide accurate and timely reporting and analysis on reward. /liliManage and resolve compensation-related queries from employees and leadership. /liliReview and maintenance of company benefits programme, including but not limited to employee pension schemes, flexi-benefits, company medical plans etc. when necessary /liliContribute to other global projects and initiatives within the Total Reward function as needed. /liliMonitor and analyze industry trends and regulatory developments to maintain competitive and compliant programs. /li /ulh3Networking / Key relationships /h3ulliPartner with People Function Partners to align reward with business and talent strategies. Support them in the communication with their leadership teams. /liliCollaborate closely with the Total Reward North America team to ensure consistency across the organization. /liliWork with Finance teams for budgeting and financial controls related to compensation programs. /liliLiaise with Payroll and HRIS teams to ensure accurate data and seamless system integration. /liliEngage with external market data providers and consultants to inform compensation benchmarking. /liliSupport leadership teams with tailored advice and guidance on reward matters. /liliCoordinate with legal and compliance teams to navigate local labor laws impacting rewards. /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3pbMinimum Knowledge Experience required for the position : /b /ppbEducation : /b Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. /ppProfessional certifications such as PMP, PMI-ACP or PRINCE2 are highly preferred. /ppbExperience : /b /pulli7+ years of experience in IT project and program management, with at least 5 years in a leadership or PMO role. /liliDemonstrated success in establishing and scaling a PMO from the ground up within a complex IT or business environment. /liliStrong experience applying and integrating Agile methodologies into PMO practices and hybrid delivery models. /liliProven track record of managing cross-functional IT projects, including application development, infrastructure, and digital initiatives. /liliExpertise with project and portfolio management tools (e.g., Jira, MS Project, ServiceNow, Smartsheet). /liliExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization. /li /ulh3Skills Capabilities /h3pThe ideal candidate for this position will exhibit the following skills and competencies : /pulliProject Portfolio Management – Deep expertise in managing complex IT projects and portfolios using both traditional and Agile methodologies. /liliPMO Framework Development – Ability to design, implement, and continuously improve project governance, standards, and reporting processes. /liliChange Management – Strong capability to lead and support organizational change, helping teams adapt to new ways of working, tools, and delivery models. Proven ability to embed change practices into project and program execution. /liliAgile Hybrid Delivery – Skilled at integrating Agile delivery into PMO structures, supporting flexibility while maintaining governance and alignment. /liliStrategic Thinking – Ability to align project and portfolio execution with broader IT and business strategy, identifying opportunities for value creation. /liliStakeholder Engagement – Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with a track record of building trust with technical and non-technical stakeholders across levels. /liliCommunication – Clear and confident communicator, capable of synthesizing and presenting complex information to senior leadership. /liliLeadership Team Development – Experience managing or mentoring others, creating an environment that promotes accountability, growth, and collaboration. /liliAnalytical Decision-Making Skills – Data-driven mindset to track project performance, assess risks, and make sound recommendations under pressure. /liliTool Proficiency – Strong command of project management and collaboration tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Smartsheet, PowerApps, PowerAutomate, MS Project, Power BI). /li /ulh3Travel /h3pbLess than 10% of the time /b /ppIf you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis, we encourage you to submit your resume or CV. /ppWerfen appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr