Senior Compensation & Benefits Manager

TL;DR

Senior Compensation & Benefits Manager: Shaping the total rewards strategy and job architecture for a global travel platform with an accent on pay equity, incentive design, and navigating AI-driven compensation landscapes. Focus on building a caring performance culture, analyzing market data, and ensuring compliance with EU regulations.

Location: Must be based in or able to relocate to Düsseldorf, Germany. The role is hybrid with up to 2 days of remote work per week.

Company

hirify.global is a leading global hotel search platform dedicated to making travel planning easy and transparent for millions of users.

What you will do

• Drive end-to-end C&B strategy including pay range design and total rewards frameworks.
• Lead the annual salary review process in partnership with Business Partners and leadership.
• Evolve job and reward architecture to stay ahead of market shifts and skill-based pay trends.
• Design and refine short-term incentive and RSU frameworks.
• Navigate AI-shaped compensation landscapes, including benchmarking emerging roles and valuing AI-driven impact.
• Provide proactive analysis and clear recommendations to the Leadership Team.

Requirements

• Solid expertise in compensation and benefits, including benchmarking and incentive design.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in budget modeling and pay equity analysis.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation, specifically the EU Pay Transparency Directive.
• Ability to own compensation topics end-to-end and communicate complex data clearly.
• Genuine curiosity about the future of work, AI, and skills-based pay.
• Must be eligible to work in Germany or willing to relocate with provided visa support.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours and self-determined vacation policy (min 25 days).
• Relocation package, visa support, and newcomer loan for international hires.
• On-campus amenities including gym, canteen budget, and kids room.
• Personalized coaching, workshops, and access to educational resources.
• Support for remote work from Germany or selected countries for up to 20 days per year.

Hiring process

• Introduction Call
• Technical Interview
• Interview with Team/Stakeholders
• Final Interview