Global Compensation Lead

Quantinuum
London
1 year ago
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Science Led, Enterprise Driven – Accelerating Quantum Computing
Quantinuum is the world's largest integrated quantum company, pioneering powerful quantum computers and advanced software solutions. Quantinuum's technology drives breakthroughs in materials discovery, cybersecurity, and next-gen quantum AI. With approximately 500 employees, including 370+ scientists and engineers, Quantinuum leads the quantum computing revolution across continents.
We unite best-in-class software with high-fidelity hardware to accelerate quantum computing. With integrated full-stack technology, our world-class team is rapidly scaling quantum computing.
Quantinuum recently secured $300M in funding, visit our news pages to learn more about this and other Quantinuum scientific breakthroughs and achievements:https://www.quantinuum.com/news
We are seeking aGlobal Compensation Leadin ourBroomfield, CO/Brooklyn Park, MNlocations or offer hybrid/remote potential. Quantinuum believes that employees work better, more efficiently and more collaboratively in close proximity to other employees, where ideas can be exchanged readily, and decisions can be made more quickly for the benefit of the Company and our customers. All employees should work at their assigned location; however, this role may offer the opportunity to work remotely, with approval.
Key Responsibilities:
As a senior global compensation consultant, you will play a pivotal role as part of the Total Rewards team in working on designing, implementing, and managing our organization's compensation strategies on a global scale. This position requires a deep understanding of compensation practices & regulatory requirements.

Global Compensation Management:

  • Lead the design, evaluation, and implementation of global compensation programs, including base pay structures, variable pay, and equity compensation
  • Lead year-end processes to include budgeting, modeling, communications, requirement design, tool implementation as well as training and consulting to key partners and the business
  • Conduct regular benchmarking and analysis to ensure competitiveness and compliance with local regulations across diverse markets.
  • Support job design and evaluation, job family creation as well as annual and ad-hoc job matching in support of appropriate pricing.
  • Partner with existing external vendors on services provided and billing and with potential new vendors to ensure high-quality service delivery.
  • Contribute and analysis data from multiple survey sources to keep a pulse on market and pay trends.

Compliance and Risk Management:

  • Stay current with global regulations and industry trends related to compensation and benefits.
  • Develop policies and procedures that comply with legal requirements and mitigate potential risks associated with compensation practices.

Data Analysis and Insights and tools:

  • Utilization of various tools and systems to create and drive robust models and data as part of large projects and processes such as year-end, structure design and equity analysis work.
  • Utilize data-driven insights to assess the effectiveness of compensation programs, identify trends, and recommend adjustments to support organizational goals and employee satisfaction.
  • Experience enhancing and/or implementing compensation systems and reporting tools

Communication, Education and Collaboration:

  • Develop communication plans and content to effectively communicate programs to managers and employees globally.
  • Provide guidance and training to key partners such as HR, finance, legal teams, HR Technology and managers to ensure consistent understanding and implementation of policies and programs.
  • Partner effectively and provide training and consultation with talent Acquisition on both internal and external offers.
  • Build relationships with our business leaders and HR partners acting as a trusted advisor providing consultation and solutions to address business challenges.

Project Management and Integration:

  • Help design and implement compensation initiatives which may include mergers, acquisitions, and organizational restructuring activities, ensuring smooth integration and alignment with company standards.
  • Provide project management leadership on key processes and projects such as year-end, mid-year, structure building market approach.

YOU MUST HAVE:

  • Minimum High School Diploma/GED required
  • Minimum 6+ years of experience in a senior compensation consultant role with global responsibilities required
  • Due to Contractual requirements, must be a U.S. person (defined as, U.S. citizen permanent resident or green card holder, workers granted asylum or refugee status)
  • Due to national security requirements imposed by the U.S. Government, candidates for this position must not be a People's Republic of China national or Russian national unless the candidate is also a U.S. citizen.

WE VALUE:

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree and certifications (e.g., CCP, CBP) strongly preferred
  • Proven successful experience in compensation aspects including exposure to international/global working environment
  • Some Knowledge and applied practice of executive compensation and deferred compensation
  • Strong modeling and analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and make strategic recommendations.
  • Detail-oriented providing accurate reporting and results
  • Experience with HRIS and other tools
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels.
  • Strong understanding of the FLSA, ACA, compliance, and other relevant People-related policies and laws is desirable, with a demonstrated ability to research and understand compliance Sales Compensation experience
  • CCP Certified
  • Experience with mergers and acquisitions from due diligence to integration.
Compensation & Benefits:
Range posted is inclusive of incentive target
Incentive eligible
What's in it for you?
· A competitive salary and innovative, game-changing work
· Flexible work schedule
· Employer subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance
· Equity, 401k retirement savings plan + 12 Paid holidays and generous vacation + sick time
· Paid parental leave
· Employee discounts

Quantinuum is an equal opportunity employer. You will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.



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