Senior Specialist Total Rewards - Europe
Tyson Foods · Ashford
Job Details:
SUMMARY:
The Senior Specialist – Senior Specialist Total Rewards, Europe plays an important role in shaping and delivering Total Rewards strategies across multiple European countries.
Serving as a key Compensation & Benefits partner for the region, this role works closely with business leaders and HR teams to ensure programs remain competitive, sustainable, and aligned with the broader Total Rewards strategy while reflecting the different market practices, business needs, and regulatory environments across Europe.
The role provides the opportunity to work across the full breadth of Compensation & Benefits, from market analysis and compensation design to benefits programs, program effectiveness, policy guidance, and regional initiatives.
Success in this position requires strong analytical capability combined with sound business judgment, curiosity, and the ability to build trusted relationships. The individual will be expected to navigate complexity, translate data into meaningful insights, and bring forward thoughtful solutions that balance local requirements with regional and global objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serve as a key Compensation & Benefits partner across multiple European countries, supporting HR and business leaders on Total Rewards matters.
- Analyze compensation and benefits data and market information to develop insights and recommendations that support business and talent objectives.
- Evaluate compensation and benefits practices across different markets, identifying trends, opportunities, and potential areas for improvement.
- Support the design and evolution of competitive Compensation & Benefits programs, balancing local market needs with the broader Total Rewards strategy.
- Translate complex data into clear recommendations and presentations for HR, business leaders, and other stakeholders.
- Lead regional Compensation & Benefits projects while supporting larger and more complex Total Rewards initiatives.
- Monitor program effectiveness and cost, recommending changes that strengthen the employee experience and overall value of our programs.
- Partner on communications and education to help leaders, HR teams, and employees understand Compensation & Benefits programs.
- Provide guidance on policies and processes, helping stakeholders navigate complex questions and determine appropriate solutions.
- Build strong relationships across countries and functions, working with HR, business leaders, internal partners, consultants, and external providers.
- Support additional Total Rewards priorities and initiatives as business needs evolve.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science/Analytics, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
Experience:
- 5+ years of Compensation, Benefits, Total Rewards, or related experience.
- Experience working across multiple countries or European markets is highly valued.
- Consulting experience with organizations such as Mercer, Aon, Korn Ferry Hay, PwC, or similar organizations is advantageous.
Key Capabilities:
- Strong Compensation & Benefits analytical capability
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
- Experience with Workday, Power BI, Tableau, and/or Access
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Ability to translate complex information into clear business recommendations
- Relationship building and stakeholder management
- Consulting and influencing skills
- Business and commercial awareness
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Ability to operate effectively across different countries, cultures, and business environments
- Ability to simplify complex Total Rewards topics
- CCP or similar professional certification is a plus
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Travel: Approximately 10%
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
Work Shift:
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.