Senior Compensation & Benefits specialist

This is a broad and highly visible role at the heart of Group decision-making. You will help translate business priorities into fair, competitive and sustainable Reward solutions, while strengthening governance, data quality and the employee experience across a decentralized international organization.

Key responsibilities : 

• Contributes to the design, implementation and continuous improvement of Group compensation, benefits and mobility policies and programs, and promotes consistent and compliant practices across the organization. 
• Leads and coordinates annual salary review, bonus review and bonus payment campaigns, providing countries with appropriate guidance and tools and ensuring High-quality data, process consistency and timely execution. 
• Conducts job evaluations, salary benchmarking, market surveys, compensation analyses and scenario modelling, and translates findings into clear, business-relevant recommendations. 
• Provides expert and pragmatic advice to HR and business leaders on compensation decisions, including hiring proposals, promotions, retention situations and organizational changes. 
• Prepares high-quality analyses, recommendations and presentation materials for senior leadership and Reward governance discussions. 
• Contributes to the management and evolution of the Group’s long-term incentive plans, executive compensation arrangements and employee shareholding programs, ensuring accurate and confidential execution. 
• Contributes to the definition and management of international mobility policies and compensation packages, in coordination with relevant internal and external stakeholders. 
• Supports the development, governance and continuous improvement of international benefits programs, taking account of business needs, market practices and applicable requirements. 
• Contributes to Reward-related HRIS developments and drives process simplification, standardization, data integrity and operational excellence. 
• Prepare compelling analyses and executive-ready materials for senior leadership and Reward governance forums, and support the deployment and communication of Reward initiatives across the international HR community. 

The experience you bring

• At least 8 years of broad Compensation & Benefits experience in an international and complex environment, with demonstrated ownership of significant Reward processes and projects. 
• Strong command of compensation fundamentals, including job evaluation, market benchmarking, salary structures, incentive plans and annual Reward cycles
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with exceptional rigor, attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality execution. 
• Highly reliable, engaged and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership, sound judgement and the ability to handle sensitive matters with absolute confidentiality. 
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and work effectively with senior leaders and international HR teams. 
• Hands-on, pragmatic and delivery-oriented, with the ability to move seamlessly between strategic topics and detailed operational execution. 
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint; strong data analysis and presentation capabilities. 
• Fluent in French and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages. 
• Experience in international mobility, executive compensation, long-term incentives and/or HRIS platforms such as SuccessFactors would be highly valued. 

Recruitment process

• Call with HR
• Interview with the Manager
• Interview with an HR member
• Interview with a skip level

Work mode and location

• Location: Paris, 8th
• Work arrangement: Hybrid after the probation period

Benefits that await you

• A stimulating and varied role in which no two days are alike.
• The opportunity to join the Sonepar family and contribute to its shared values and Purpose.
• An international working environment.
• A dynamic, multidisciplinary, open-minded, and talented team.

• Employee Savings Plan & Profit Sharing Bonus.

• 75% reimbursement of your monthly or annual public transport pass.
• Swile meal-voucher card.
• Free access to the company gym.
• Sustainable mobility allowance.