Senior Manager, Performance & Reward - Ireland, Dublin Office-based
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.
We are currently seeking a Senior Manager, Performance & Reward to join our diverse and dynamic team. The Global Senior Manager, Performance and Reward Manager will be responsible for supporting a sustainable high performance culture through the design and implementation of comprehensive performance and reward programmes.This is high level role for a decision maker, influencer and trusted advisor with proven successes in creating and contributing to an international reward strategy.A track record of advanced technical skills across compensation and benefits, coupled with strong ability to transform reward strategy in line with business performance will be required in order to discharge the role and grow within the organizationThe Global Performance & Reward team is a centre of excellence (COE) within the HR function with accountability for reward governance and compliance and the development and management of our reward frameworks globally
What You Will Be Doing:- In conjunction with the VP & Snr Director Performance & Reward, formulate a reward strategy that fosters a robust performance management culture throughout the organisation for all employees;
- Develop a meaningful and targeted reward system that aligns with ICON’s business objectives and maintains a competitive and equitable compensation and benefits structure that will attract, engage, recognise and reward high performing employees;
- Analyse and report on various components related to total reward issues, including advice and support to business leaders regarding interpreting policy and plans. Make recommendations to leadership and HR regarding plans that require review to drive efficiency and cost effectiveness;
- Work closely with HR business partners to ensure a comprehensive and continuous link between performance and reward;
- Develop and drive a strategy to achieve a high performance culture of execution and personal accountability in the region(s);
- Where appropriate proactively manage and work with colleagues in the reward team, and their monitoring of market trends and financial aspects of the compensation, benefit, and reward programs to ensure they are cost effective, internally equitable and externally competitive;
- Take ownership for communication & implementation of all compensation benefit programs, policies and procedures within the region(s);
- Direct the development and implementation of the systems and tools that support company-wide reward management programs, support colleagues globally and Reward Operations when doing so;
- Direct the efficient management of vendor performance and relationships to ensure all performance commitments are satisfied and ICON are receiving the highest level of service;
- Continually review existing processes to maximise efficiency levels and seamless delivery of services
- Build relationships with, advise, manage, support and challenge the Performance and Reward team, our existing and prospective external vendors along with senior leaders and internal partners across finance, payroll, legal and HR (including HR Service Centre, TA & HRM/HRBP teams) on our Reward programmes and strategy. Effective communication & education is key to ensure an excellent employee experience in line with ICON’s broader strategy.
- Ensure that global gender & minority pay gap reporting, pay transparency and ESG governance, compliance and metrics are developed, smoothly managed, supported and maintained in line with legal and regulatory requirements from a reward perspective. This will involve ownership and accountability for these areas from a reward perspective globally and supporting with various data analysis projects and disclosures.
- Ensure that our processes, policies and philosophy with respect to gender and minority pay gap reporting and pay transparency is effectively communicated to employees and the busness.
- Keep up to date and interpret new legal, regulatory, compliance and market developments with respect to Reward (in particular with respect to gender/minority pay & pay transparency) making recommendations where plans or policies may need review etc.
- Lead & partner with the Reward team to deliver annual performance & reward compensation review process via plan design, configuration, metrics/reporting, communications and programme delivery working with key senior internal stakeholders.
- Support M&A due diligence/integration activity and change management/transformation projects as required.
Your Profile:- Minimum of 8 -13 years progressive experience in a reward/compensation, finance (Accounting/Tax/Payroll) or HR role in consulting or industry.
- Suitable academic qualifications at Professional, Degree or Masters level.
- International experience is essential for this role as this will be a Global role , spanning North America, LatAM, APAC and Europe.
- Self-starter & self-sufficient with proven ability to consistently work on own initiative / independently, demonstrate accountability/ownership, deliver high quality output seamlessly within agreed deadlines and manage/balance multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Demonstrates strong work ethic and drive, is agile/adaptable and is strong at working with urgency under pressure to a high standard in a dynamic business.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and strong time management, prioritisation and project management skills covering all aspects of projects from planning to execution/delivery.
- Strong business acumen, team contributor/collaborator and personal development/self-awareness skills.
- Results orientated & practical with unstructured problem solving and decision making/strategic thinking expertise.
- Analytical with strong data analysis/excel acumen with ability to provide practical recommendations to leadership and HR teams (with a focus on driving efficiencies and cost effectiveness).
- Excellent communicator and should possess strong facilitation/presentation and vendor/stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working with senior and executive leaders an advantage.
- Experience developing, documenting, improving, and streamlining processes and controls.
What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
- Various annual leave entitlements
- A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
- Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
- Life assurance
- Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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