Compensation, Benefits & HR Governance Manager

at  Sephora

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

In this role, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping Sephora’s compensation, benefits, and HR governance strategies. With a strong background in Compensation & Benefits or HR Controlling within a large organization, you’ll be well-equipped to navigate complex data and drive strategic decisions.
You’ll have a sharp eye for detail and a deep understanding of compensation practices, market trends, and regulatory requirements. Your ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights will set you apart, while your commitment to maintaining the highest levels of integrity and confidentiality will ensure that our employees feel valued and supported. In a fast-paced, dynamic environment, your collaborative spirit and methodical approach will help drive our HR initiatives forward.

Our ideal candidate will also possess:

• Extensive experience in Compensation & Benefits or HR Controlling within a large matrix organization, ideally in the retail, hospitality, or service industry.
• Deep expertise in compensation practices, market trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify and convey complex information.
• A proven track record of collaborating effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Expertise in HR processes and data management with exceptional attention to detail.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping Sephora UK’s people strategy. If you’re ready to make your mark at a leading global beauty retailer, we can’t wait to see what you bring to the table!

As Sephora continues to explore new heights and expand our presence in the UK, we’re on the lookout for a Compensation, Benefits & HR Governance Manager to join our Sephora UK HR team. In this pivotal role, you’ll collaborate with the HR Director and business leaders to elevate our employee experience by implementing best-in-class HR systems and governance policies. Your work will ensure that our compensation and benefits offerings are competitive, fair, and reflective of our commitment to placing people at the heart of everything we do.
In this role, you’ll lead to key initiatives across compensation, benefits, and HR governance, playing an active role in both strategy and implementation. You’ll lead the development and execution of compensation strategies, ensuring that our pay structures are competitive and equitable. Your work will involve conducting in-depth market analyses, managing job architecture and position evaluations, and overseeing the annual compensation review process. Additionally, you’ll play a crucial role in HR controlling and analytics, monitoring key metrics, and driving process improvements. Your expertise will also be essential in ensuring compliance with global and local regulations, managing payroll changes, and supporting international mobility processes.

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Developing and executing compensation strategies that attract, retain, and motivate top talent.
• Conducting comprehensive market analyses to ensure competitive pay structures and equitable practices.
• Managing job architecture and position evaluations, ensuring transparency and fairness in compensation proposals.
• Leading the annual individual compensation review process, including salary reviews, bonuses, and commission schemes.
• Overseeing HR controlling and analytics, monitoring key HR metrics, and providing insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensuring compliance with local compensation regulations and Sephora’s global policies.
• Managing payroll compensation changes and ensuring accuracy throughout the year, in collaboration with the Payroll Specialist.
• Leading or supporting ad-hoc projects as required, contributing to Sephora’s people strategy.