Compensation & Benefits Manager - Belgium

Logistics at full potential

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced
Compensation & Benefits (C&B) Manager this role can be based in either Netherlands or Belgium near to one of our GXO Sites, hybrid working applies,
to work within the Continental Europe Compensation & Benefits team with the implementation of European Pay Transparency, Global Job Architecture and Benefits optimisation being top priorities for 2025. You will ensure that all related policies, processes, and systems align with local, regional, and global standards. Experience within Compensation and Benefits within Belgium and Netherlands, with some exposure to EMEA to support on projects.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving compliance, supporting strategic business goals, and maintaining an equitable and competitive compensation structure across multiple regions.

This role requires an individual who can partner with both finance and HR to analyze and optimize compensation structures, ensure legal compliance, and drive the integration of new roles, policies, and compensation programs to meet the needs of a growing organization.

Additional Information:

• This position may require occasional travel to various European locations
• Flexibility and the ability to work across multiple time zones may be required due to the global nature of the role
• You will need full knowledge on the
  C&B laws and legislations within Belgium and Netherlands, with understanding of additional EU countries being an added advantage.
• Fluency in English and Dutch, with French as a nice to have

What you do on a typical day

European Pay Transparency & Global Job Architecture:

• Support the
  development and implementation of European pay transparency policies and practices
  in alignment with local labor laws and global standards
• Ensure
  job architecture
  supports Pay Transparency requirements offering competitive and equitable compensation structures
• Drive
  gender neutrality in pay
  , ensuring compliance with both local laws and global best practices
• Perform detailed
  gap analyses
  to identify discrepancies in pay structures, both within and between countries, and recommend solutions
• Provide
  guidance on
  country-specific applications
  of global compensation policies, accounting for local nuances, labor laws, and local market competitiveness

Policy Development & Revision:

• Review and revise
  local compensation policies,
  ensuring consistency across all geographies and alignment with the company's growth strategy
• Support the
  creation and revision
  of compensation policies, integrating changing regulations and evolving business needs
• Maintain
  clear documentation of all policies, processes, and compliance
  requirements to ensure readiness for audits and legal checks
• Design and implement a
  regular review process
  to ensure continued alignment of compensation structures with legal and market changes

Training & Development:

• Deliver training
  programs to educate
  managers and HR teams
  on compensation practices, pay transparency, and new policy changes
• Regularly update and refresh training materials based on changes in compensation regulations and internal processes

Legal Compliance & Risk Management:

• Stay up to date with changes in
  labor laws, tax policies
  , and other relevant legislation, ensuring full compliance in each jurisdiction
• Ensure
  GDPR compliance
  in the management of compensation and benefits data.

Strategic Partnership & Communication:

• Collaborate closely with the
  Business, Finance
  ,
  Legal
  , and
  HR
  teams to ensure
  alignment with the Business Strategy and alignment between compensation structures, budget setting, and tax optimization
• Manage
  internal communications
  regarding compensation, benefits, and new policies, ensuring clarity and transparency for all stakeholders – in collaboration with the Global Compensation and Benefits Team
• Support business growth
  by addressing and
  anticipating compensation implications
  related to expansion and role changes

Compensation & Benefits Optimization:

• Develop strategies for
  tax optimization
  , including flexible benefits, programs for pension contributions, social security, and other benefits across multiple jurisdictions
• Monitor and review the competitiveness of bonus structures
  and bonus target practices, ensuring alignment with company culture and market trends
• Collaborate with leadership to understand
  salary scales and cost implications
  tied to the hiring of new employees and role progression

Leadership & Team Collaboration:

• Provide ongoing partnership
  to internal stakeholders
  , ensuring consistent application of compensation and benefits policies and frameworks
• Act as a subject matter expert in
  compensation and benefits related matters
  , particularly in areas such as job architecture, pay transparency, and tax optimization
• Foster a
  collaborative environment
  between Compensation & Benefits, HR, Legal, and Finance teams to enhance overall strategic decision-making

Annual Review & Planning:

• Refresh and
  review compensation strategies annually
  , ensuring alignment with any changes in local and global regulations or company policies
• Conduct an annual
  review of salary benchmarks
  , gender pay audits, and compensation structures, making necessary adjustments based on market conditions
• Evaluate and
  integrate new roles or changes
  in job hierarchies, ensuring that policies reflect these shifts appropriately

Special Projects & Additional Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the
  budget setting process
  , ensuring that C&B considerations are incorporated into financial planning
• Anticipate
  growth implications
  on C&B, making recommendations on new hires, promotions, or reorganizations
• Oversee
  AIP (Annual Incentive Plan)
  and local incentives development, ensuring
  transparency in calculations
  and competitive alignment with industry standards
• Monitor employee benefits, working with external broker on annual renewals, proposing
  cost mitigation strategies where appropriate

What you need to succeed at GXO

• Education
  : Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field. A master's degree or certifications in C&B or HR-related areas (e.g., SHRM-SCP, CCP) is a plus
• Experience
  : 5-7 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits management, with a strong focus on European pay transparency and global job architecture

Skills
:

• Operational and strategic
  capabilities (translate strategy into actionable local plan)
• Strong knowledge of
  labor laws
  and
  tax regulations
  , particularly in Europe
• Expertise in
  pay equity analysis
  , including gender neutrality
• Experience with
  GDPR compliance
  in the context of compensation and benefits
• Ability to
  analyze complex data
  and translate it into actionable insights
• Proven ability to
  manage multiple stakeholders
  and influence decision-making
• Strong
  communication skills
  , both written and verbal
• Languages
  : Fluent in English and Dutch with French as a plus

What we offer you

We offer a dynamic, inclusive environment where your ideas and expertise are valued. You will have the opportunity to drive meaningful change across the organization and make a direct impact on our employees' compensation and benefits experience. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking, growth-oriented company committed to the development of our people and their long-term success

Unlock the potential of your future

Your work environment

Working at GXO Logistics means working in a dynamic and international organization. A fascinating environment with plenty of room for personal input and development. Employees at GXO Logistics are in charge of their own success. Whatever your position at GXO Logistics, you will face new challenges every day, which will enable you to develop optimally. We support you in your development, so that you can contribute to the entrepreneurship of our organisation.

GXO Logistics offers advanced supply chain solutions for the world's most successful companies in many industries; like e-commerce, food & retail and industrial multinationals. In the BeNe region (The Netherlands and Belgium) GXO BeNe operates from +30 different locations with its headquarters in Eindhoven (NL).

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