Rewards Senior Manager

About the opportunity

Hi, I’m Sabri, the Director of Rewards & People Analytics.

I am looking for a Senior Manager of Rewards to join our People Team at N26. This is a high-impact, "strategic partner" role designed for an expert who doesn't just manage cycles but architectures the very frameworks that drive our 1,600+ N26ers to excel.

Why is this role exciting and why should you apply?

You will be my right hand in the Rewards space. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it’s about Influence, Governance, and Impact.

• Direct Impact: You will operationalize our new Rewards Philosophy across Europe, ensuring our investment in people creates real business value.
• Strategic Scope: From Executive Compensation to complex Works Council negotiations, you will navigate the highest levels of organizational complexity.
• High Visibility: You’ll be a key partner in supporting the preparation for Remuneration Committees (RemCo) and Board interactions, ensuring N26 remains a compliant, top-tier employer.

In the role you will:

• Drive the Rewards Evolution: Land and implement our newly launched Rewards Philosophy, turning strategy into a lived reality for every employee.
• Architect Variable Comp: Lead our Equity (ESOP) and Cash Bonus programs, ensuring our incentive structures are competitive and aligned with N26’s growth.
• Execute with Precision: Own the end-to-end Salary Review and Promotion cycles, bringing simplicity and clarity to what can often be complex processes.
• Master the Market: Lead our benchmarking and salary band design to ensure we win the talent war in the fintech space.
• Navigate Governance: Be the point of contact for internal/external audits and a key driver in RemCo preparations, acting as a trusted advisor on regulatory compliance.
• Partner for Progress: Collaborate with Works Councils and Internal Communications to ensure our Rewards story is told with integrity and transparency.

What you’ll need to be successful:

• Experience: A minimum of 5+ years in Rewards, with a proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders in fast-paced environments.
• Strategic Mindset: You are a forward-thinking leader who anticipates market shifts and can pivot strategies in a dynamic environment.
• Operational Excellence: You operate with structure and discipline, holding yourself and others to high standards of quality and pace.
• Emotional Intelligence: You lead building trust across all levels and collaborating effectively with Works Councils and global teams.
• Adaptability: You thrive in ambiguity and are ready to own 1-2 direct reports as the team scales, coaching them toward high performance.

Interview process:

1. Screening: Conversation with our Talent Acquisition Partner.
2. Technical Deep Dive: Interview with me.
3. The Case Study: A take-home challenge reflecting a real Rewards business scenario.
4. Panel Interview : Presentation and discussion with the Head of TA, Director of Rewards & PA, and our CPO’s Chief of Staff.
5. Final Conversation: Also with me, to answer any open questions.
6. Meeting the Rewards team: Brief informal conversation with the team.

What’s in it for you:

• Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europe’s most talked about disruptors