Interim Senior Compensation Manager - Europe (14 months Fixed Term Contract)

What are we looking for?

Person Specification

Experience & Expertise
•    Significant compensation experience within a large, multinational organisation.
•    Strong understanding of European reward practices across multiple countries.
•    Experience supporting both corporate and operational populations (hospitality, retail, or similarly complex environments advantageous).
•    Exposure to pay transparency, regulatory reward projects, or similar initiatives highly desirable.

Leadership & Stakeholder Capability
•    Credibility and confidence engaging with senior HR leaders, executives, and global stakeholders.
•    Strong influencing skills within a matrixed environment.
•    Ability to act as a trusted advisor on complex compensation matters.

Working Style & Personal Impact
•    Highly self-sufficient with the ability to hit the ground running.
•    Comfortable working in ambiguity and navigating evolving organisational priorities.
•    Strong commercial awareness and ability to connect compensation strategy to business outcomes.
•    Resilient, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Analytical & Technical Skills
•    Advanced Excel and analytical capability; able to interpret complex data and translate into clear insights.
•    Excellent attention to detail combined with the ability to see the bigger picture.
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills, including development of executive-level materials.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

 

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands.  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

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