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Deferred Compensation Specialist (Fintech)
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TL;DR
Deferred Compensation Specialist (Fintech): Managing the end-to-end administration of global deferred compensation programs with an accent on regulatory compliance, tax implications, and governance. Focus on designing and evolving compensation frameworks, ensuring operational rigor, and driving digital process improvements within a complex financial services environment.
Location: Zurich, Switzerland (Onsite)
Company
is a leading global private banking group dedicated to wealth management and financial excellence.
What you will do
- Own the full lifecycle of deferred compensation plans from design to delivery.
- Provide expert advisory to stakeholders on award mechanics, tax implications, and policy interpretation.
- Prepare governance documentation and submissions for the Executive Board and Board of Directors.
- Ensure strict compliance with international tax regulations and support audit readiness.
- Drive process innovation and digitalization using tools like Workday and EquatePlus.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Global Mobility, Payroll, Legal, and Finance teams.
Requirements
- Higher education qualification in business, finance, or law.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in equity or deferred compensation design and administration.
- Fluency in both English and German is required.
- Strong knowledge of cash- and equity-based deferral mechanisms and IFRS2.
- Proficiency in HR Information Systems (Workday) and equity tracking software (EquatePlus).
- Advanced Excel modeling skills and a strong control mindset.
Culture & Benefits
- Exposure to strategic topics across compensation, compliance, and finance.
- Opportunity to work within a high-performing, compact team at a global private banking leader.
- Focus on professional growth and development within the rewards and compensation domain.
- Dynamic environment with significant exposure to executive-level data and governance processes.
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