Compensation & Benefit Specialist

Location: Bratislava, Slovakia (Hybrid - up to 2 days remote working per week)

To support the continued development of our Performance & Reward function, we are looking for a Performance & Reward Specialist to join our team in Bratislava, Slovakia.

Reporting to the Performance & Reward Manager based in France, you will support compensation, benefits, and performance-related activities across France, Monaco, Belgium, and Luxembourg.

You will act as a trusted partner to HR Business Partners, managers, and employees, ensuring the successful delivery of Performance & Reward processes, maintaining high-quality HR data, and supporting employee benefits programs across the region.

Key Responsibilities

Performance & Reward Processes

Coordinate and support annual Performance & Reward activities, including:
- Performance review cycles
- Salary review processes
- Annual bonus calculations
Monitor process execution, timelines, and data accuracy.
Prepare communication and training materials for managers, employees, and HR teams.
Provide guidance and support throughout the annual performance and reward cycle.

HR Data Management & Workday

Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of employee data within Workday.
Develop and maintain data quality controls and validation processes.
Analyze HR data and identify opportunities for process improvement.
Support managers, employees, and HR stakeholders with system- and process-related questions.
Actively contribute to HR data governance and continuous improvement initiatives.

Compensation Benchmarking

Participate in annual compensation surveys and market benchmarking activities.
Collect, validate, and submit compensation data.
Support the analysis of market trends and compensation positioning.

HR Projects

Contribute to regional and global HR projects related to Performance & Reward, HR systems, and data management.
Partner with cross-functional teams to improve processes and employee experience.

What We Are Looking For

Education & Experience

Master's degree (or equivalent) in Human Resources or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits, Performance & Reward, or a related HR specialty.
Experience working within an international and matrix organization is highly desirable.
Experience supporting annual compensation review and bonus processes.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of Compensation & Benefits principles and practices.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including:
Experience with HRIS systems, preferably Workday.
Strong HR data management, reporting, and data governance capabilities.
Ability to analyze, challenge, and improve data quality and processes.

Languages

Fluent French and English are mandatory.
You will regularly interact with French-speaking employees, managers, and HR stakeholders across the region.
Training sessions, communications, and presentations have to be delivered in both French and English.
Additional European languages are considered an advantage.

Personal Competencies

We are looking for someone who is:

Analytical and detail-oriented
Proactive and solution-focused
Comfortable working independently and taking ownership
Highly trustworthy and able to manage confidential information
Customer-oriented and service-minded
An effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
Collaborative and team-oriented
Able to build credibility and strong working relationships across countries and functions

Why Join KONE?

Joining KONE means becoming part of a global organization that values its people and invests in their development.

We offer:

A collaborative and supportive international environment
Flexible working arrangements with hybrid working options
Opportunities for professional growth and career development
Exposure to cross-country Compensation & Benefits activities
Meaningful work within a global market leader
A culture built on trust, respect, innovation, and continuous improvement

At KONE, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, contribute, and develop their full potential. Apply now through the application link or reach out directly to katalin.nagy@kone.com for more information.

Join us and help shape the future of Performance & Reward across France and the Benelux region.

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At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

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