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Compensation & Benefits Specialist 80-100%

Aarau Permanent Home Office View Job Description
Our client is a leading international organisation with a strong global footprint and operations across multiple markets. As part of its ongoing transformation and growth strategy, the company is continuously strengthening its structures, capabilities and ways of working to support long-term business success.

Added 21/07/2026

  • Payroll/HR/Finance professional looking to develop into C&B
  • OR early C&B experience with motivation to develop

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international organisation with a strong global footprint and operations across multiple markets. As part of its ongoing transformation and growth strategy, the company is continuously strengthening its structures, capabilities and ways of working to support long-term business success.

Job Description

You report directly to the Rewards and Work Design Manager and will have the following responsibilities:

  • Act as the local subject matter expert for compensation, incentives, benefits and reward-related topics in Switzerland.
  • Translate global reward frameworks into effective local practices, ensuring competitiveness, consistency, internal equity and compliance.
  • Manage and coordinate key compensation and HR transformation projects, including payroll optimisation and process improvements.
  • Support annual compensation cycles, workforce planning activities, budgeting and HR reporting requirements.
  • Drive reward transparency by developing communication and education initiatives for employees and managers.
  • Act as a key contact for payroll-related topics, coordinating with internal stakeholders and external providers to ensure accurate and timely delivery.
  • Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support HR and business decisions.

The Successful Applicant

  • Relevant university degree in the field of HR, Finance or Business Administration
  • Initial experience in Compensation & Benefits with strong motivation to further develop in this field.
  • OR background in HR, Payroll, Finance, Controlling or Rewards with strong interest in moving into C&B.
  • Fluent in English, with intermediate German (B1) and willingness to improve. Serbian/Croatian/Bosnian skills are an advantage.
  • Previous experience with Success Factors is a plus.
  • Strong communicator who enjoys collaboration and engaging with different stakeholders.
  • Open-minded and innovative personality with a continuous improvement mindset.

What's on Offer

Passionate about Compensation & Benefits? Ready to join a great team and make an impact? Apply online now!

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Job summary

Job Function
Human Resources
Specialisation
Compensation & Benefits
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Where
Aarau
Contract Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-072026-7067428
Job Nature
Home Office

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