Senior Reward Specialist (m/f/d) at StepStone Group

Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

80000.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Workday, HRIS Systems, Excel, Automation Tools, Compensation Principles, Reward Program Administration, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Project Management, Stakeholder Management, German, English

Industry

Software Development

Description

Company Description At The Stepstone Group, we have a simple yet very important mission: The right job for everyone. Using our data, platform, and technology, we create opportunities for jobseekers and companies around the world to find a perfect match in fair and equitable way. With over 20 brands across 30+ countries, we strive for fair and unbiased hiring. Join our team of 3,000+ employees and be part of reshaping the labour market and becoming the world’s leading job platform. Job Description The Senior Reward Specialist is responsible for executing and supporting reward programs and solutions with a focus on operational excellence, system automation, and process improvement. This role is part of the Reward Solutions team to deliver high-quality reward programs through Workday optimization and operational excellence: Reward Program Delivery & Operations: Execute annual reward cycles; administer day-to-day processes; maintain data integrity in Workday. System Configuration & Automation: Support Workday configuration changes; test system enhancements and validate quality; document processes and updates. Data Analysis & Insights: Generate standard reports; maintain databases; conduct data quality checks and basic analysis. Innovation & Technology Solutions: Support identification of automation opportunities; support implementation of automation tools; create documentation. Project Management & Execution: Assist on projects; coordinate activities and track deliverables; participate in process improvements. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Respond to inquiries on reward policies; support People Partners; coordinate with People Operations and Finance. Qualifications You'll bring to the team 2 - 4 years of experience preferably in Total Rewards, alternatively in Finance, Analytics, or Project Management roles. Technical Skills & Systems: You possess experience with HRIS systems (Workday preferred); solid Excel skills; and willingness to learn automation tools. Reward & Compensation Expertise: You already have a basic understanding of compensation principles and reward program administration. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: You are detail-oriented with good analytical abilities; you love to apply a systematic approach to quality control. Interpersonal & Communication Skills: We're looking for good communication skills and the ability to explain policies clearly. Professional German and English language skills will complete your profile. Additional Information We’re a community here that cares as much about your life outside work as how you feel when you’re with us. Because your job shouldn’t take over your life, it should enrich it. Here are some of the benefits we offer: 30 days of holidays + 1 Cultural Heritage Day + 2 extra days for Christmas and New Year's Eve Hybrid working model Company pension scheme 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance Cover Volunteering days Job bike Discounted parking or job ticket In-house gym In-house barista And you can bring your dog to the office Our commitment Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at The Stepstone Group are critical to our success as a global company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic. Legal Entity: The Stepstone Group GmbH Compensation: EUR 70000 - EUR 80000 - yearly

Responsibilities

The Senior Reward Specialist executes and supports reward programs focusing on operational excellence, system automation, and process improvement, delivering high-quality programs through Workday optimization. This includes executing annual reward cycles, administering daily processes, maintaining data integrity, and supporting system configuration changes and testing.