We welcome applications from across Europe - whether you are based in Copenhagen, Berlin, Barcelona, the UK, or elsewhere. Please note that this role involves occasional international travel to collaborate with our global HR team.

Reports to: Global VP, Human Resources

About the Role

At Frontmatec, we believe that fair, transparent, and competitive rewards are key to attracting and retaining the best talent. We are looking for an experienced and strategic Senior Manager, Compensation & Benefits to lead the design, implementation, and governance of our global rewards and recognition framework. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing compensation and benefits strategies that align with Frontmatec's growth objectives, performance culture, and values. You will work closely with senior leaders, HR Business Partners, and external partners to ensure that our reward programs are equitable, compliant, and business-driven. This is a high‑impact role that combines strategic design with operational excellence, providing you with an opportunity to shape the total rewards philosophy and processes across our global organization.

Key Responsibilities

Define & Drive Compensation Philosophy: Establish a clear, equitable, and competitive compensation strategy aligned with Frontmatecs business goals and talent needs.
Lead Job Architecture & Salary Range Project: Design and maintain scalable job structures, leveling frameworks, and career paths to support organizational growth and consistency across regions.
Own Compensation Processes: Manage annual compensation cycles, salary reviews, incentive plans, and compensation‑related policies ensuring fairness and alignment with performance.
Oversee HRIS & Data Integrity: Lead HRIS implementation and act as the UKG point person to ensure accurate, secure, and actionable compensation and workforce data across systems.
Analyze Benefits & Total Rewards: Evaluate and optimize benefits offerings to ensure market competitiveness, employee value, and cost‑effectiveness.
Partner Across HR & Leadership: Collaborate with HRBPs and senior leaders to align compensation with performance, engagement, and talent strategies.
Support DEI, Engagement & Retention: Ensure pay equity, transparency, and fairness across all programs to foster inclusion, trust, and long‑term employee retention.

About You

You are a skilled HR professional with deep experience in total rewards and a passion for building equitable and high‑performing organizations. You thrive in a fast‑paced, international environment and balance analytical rigor with a strong sense of partnership and communication.

You likely have:

7+ years of experience in Compensation & Benefits or Total Rewards, ideally in an international or matrix organization.
Proven experience leading annual compensation processes, benefits design, and salary benchmarking.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in HR data analytics, modeling, and market benchmarking tools.
Experience in job architecture, job evaluation, and leveling frameworks.
Familiarity with HRIS systems (preferably UKG or similar).
A structured yet pragmatic approach, balancing strategy with operational delivery.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
Fluency in English.

Why Join Frontmatec?

Frontmatec is a global leader in customized automation solutions, delivering intelligent systems that help customers optimize operations and efficiency across industries. Joining our HR team means becoming part of a forward‑looking organization that values innovation, trust, and collaboration. You will have the opportunity to build and refine global reward practices, influence key business decisions, and make a lasting impact on the employee experience. We offer a culture defined by openness, accountability, and respect where people are empowered to take ownership and drive meaningful change.

How to Apply

If you're ready to shape the future of rewards at Frontmatec, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your application via the Apply. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

This position is advertised in multiple countries, but it refers to one single role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Frontmatec is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know when accepting your interview invitation.

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