Compensation & Benefits Specialist / Compensation & Benefits Specialistess

Job Description

Global Rewards Operations: You will support the operational and analytical execution of Climeworks’ global rewards programs. Working closely with the Director of Compensation & Benefits and HR colleagues, you will ensure that our compensation, benefits, and equity programs are well-run, compliant, and clearly communicated, while continuously evolving with Climeworks’ strategic developments.

Compensation Processes: You will conduct salary benchmarking and market analyses while supporting the preparation and coordination of the annual salary review cycle across multiple countries.

Equity Program Administration: You will coordinate the grant and exercise processes of equity-based compensation plans within Climeworks’ equity administration platform, ensuring thorough audits and timely employee follow-ups.

Bonus Cycle Preparation: You will prepare and calculate the annual bonus cycle, including data validation, eligibility checks, and documentation.

Gender Pay Gap & Reporting: You will drive gender pay gap analyses and related reporting, contributing to transparency, compliance, and internal reviews.

Benefits Management: You will lead the administration, renewal, and continuous improvement of benefit plans across Climeworks’ international entities, ensuring compliance and a positive employee experience.

Global Mobility Support: You will assist in global mobility and cross-border employment cases, coordinating with tax and mobility advisors to ensure compliant and seamless processes.

Data Quality & Process Improvement: You will prepare compensation, benefits, and equity reports and analyses for HR, Finance, and leadership stakeholders, ensuring high data quality across HR systems and Excel-based tools while contributing to ongoing process improvements.

Requirements

• Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional Experience: At least 2–3 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits or a closely related HR role. Exposure to international or multi-country HR topics is an advantage, along with knowledge of Swiss market practices.
• Rewards Expertise: A solid understanding of compensation and benefits principles, including regulatory considerations and relevant market practices.
• Equity Experience: Hands-on experience with equity-based variable compensation, such as employee share options, RSUs, or similar long-term incentive plans.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills with confidence in working with Excel and HR data.
• Working Style & Mindset: Attention to detail with a structured, reliable, and well-organized approach. Ability to work independently with a can-do attitude and a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.
• Communication: Clear and pragmatic communication in English, with German skills as a plus.
• Growth Orientation: Eager to learn and grow into broader international rewards and total compensation topics; adaptable and resilient in a dynamic, fast-changing environment.

What We Offer

• Time Off: Enjoy 25 paid vacation days every year, plus public holidays.
• Flexibility: Hybrid work setup with up to 4 weeks of remote work annually within any EU country.
• Ownership: Fair base pay paired with an equity package – because your contributions matter.
• Family Support: Inclusive parental leave.
• Continuous Learning: Dedicated budget to invest in your professional growth.
• Referral Rewards: Help us grow our team and earn bonuses for your successful referrals.
• Salary: Salary ranges are assigned based on job seniority and the location-specific market median. Individual compensation depends on skills, experience, and the value you bring to the team.

Formalities

This position is based in Opfikon, Zurich, requiring onsite work at least two days a week. The percentage in the job title indicates flexibility – you may choose full-time or part-time based on what works for you.

We do not accept candidate profiles through recruitment agencies.

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