As the EU Rewards Manager, you will lead the design, implementation, and governance of compensation and benefits programs across AESC's European operations, including the flagship Sunderland gigafactory. You will act as a strategic partner to HR and business leaders, ensuring total rewards programs support organizational growth, competitiveness, and employee engagement.
Responsibilities
* Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the EU-wide total rewards strategy aligned with global frameworks and local business needs.
* Compensation Design & Governance: Lead the design, review, and benchmarking of base pay, incentives, and recognition programs across European entities.
* Benefits Management: Oversee benefit programs (health, pension, insurance, wellbeing, etc.) ensuring compliance with UK and EU legislation.
* Job Evaluation & Grading: Manage job architecture, leveling frameworks, and salary structures to ensure consistency and transparency.
* Annual Processes: Lead the annual compensation review, bonus cycles, and salary surveys.
* Analytics & Insights: Provide data-driven insights on pay competitiveness, pay equity, and reward effectiveness.
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with HR Business Partners, Finance, and Global Rewards teams to ensure seamless program delivery.
* Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure reward practices adhere to GDPR, equal pay, and employment regulations across EU regions.
Qualifications
* Minimum 10 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits / Total Rewards, ideally within manufacturing, engineering, or technology sectors.
* Proven experience managing reward programs across multi-country European operations.
* Strong analytical, data modeling, and benchmarking skills.
* Excellent understanding of UK and EU employment legislation.
* Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic projects.
* Advanced proficiency in Excel and HRIS tools (e.g., SAP, SuccessFactors).
About AESC
AESC is a world-leading battery technology company dedicated to advancing sustainable mobility through innovation in lithium-ion battery design, manufacturing, and energy management. With a strong commitment to environmental responsibility and continuous improvement, AESC powers the global transition to clean energy.
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