Compensation and Benefits Manager (all genders)

BESTSECRET is the leading European online destination for premium and luxury off‑price fashion.

The Group offers its members in 28 countries across Europe a superior brand portfolio complemented by a high‑end shopping experience.

At the same time, BESTSECRET enables its brand partners to clear overstock at scale with minimum visibility and maximum brand equity protection.

The unique business model is based on its closed character with an invitation‑only customer membership, longstanding brand partner and customer relationships, combined with a tech‑focused mindset.

BESTSECRET has a strong track record of profitable growth over many years.

It generated revenues of EUR 1,533.7 million in 2025 and employs around 2,200 people from over 90 nations.

The Group draws on a heritage of 100 years in the textile and fashion industry and today is owned by Permira Funds and the founding families Schustermann and Borenstein.

Responsibilities

• Manage the group salary structure, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals and competitive market positioning and keep it updated.
• Regularly review and update salary bands and grading structures to reflect market trends, internal equity, and organizational changes.
• Collaborate with HR and senior management to ensure salary structures are applied consistently across all regions.
• Conduct regular salary benchmarking to ensure the company’s compensation packages are competitive within the industry and across regions.
• Analyze market data and trends to make informed recommendations on salary adjustments and pay strategies.
• Work with external consultants and vendors as necessary to obtain accurate and up‑to‑date market data.
• Performance‑Based Compensation
• Design and manage performance‑based compensation programs, including annual variable salaries, long‑term incentives, and other variable pay structures.
• Collaborate with HR and management teams to align performance metrics with business objectives and ensure that performance‑based pay effectively motivates and rewards employees.
• International Benefits Management
• Develop and manage international benefits programs, including health, retirement, and welfare plans, ensuring they are groupwide consistent, competitive, compliant, and aligned with local regulations.
• Oversee the administration of international benefits, working closely with local HR teams to ensure smooth implementation and management.
• EU Pay Transparency Directive
• Follow the legal processes and adaptations in the countries we operate in.
• Design and manage the right measures to be compliant with the local laws.
• Be the centerpoint of competence for HRBP, Talent Acquisition and managers in the field.
• Implement an information process and manage the internal tool.
• Own the annual reporting.
• Team Leadership
• Lead and develop one direct report – a newly established role focused on HR Analytics & AI and the administration of Compensation & Benefits.

Requirements

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related fields.
• Certification in compensation and benefits (e. g., CCP, GRP) is a plus.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in compensation and benefits management, with a strong focus on international compensation.
• Proven experience working with German‑headquartered companies, especially those operating in Europe.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make strategic recommendations.
• Excellent understanding of international compensation and benefits trends, practices, and regulations.
• Proficiency in salary benchmarking tools and compensation management software.
• Deep understanding of job grading including grading methods of WTW, Mercer or other providers.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively present and explain complex compensation concepts to senior management and employees.
• Passion and inspiration for innovative Compensation & Benefit approaches to become a driving force for change within the company.
• Experience with SAP Success Factors or other HR Management Systems preferred.
• Takes initiatives and is self‑driven.

At BESTSECRET, diversity isn’t just a trend – it’s our professional philosophy.

We are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive workplace where everyone’s unique talents and backgrounds are celebrated.

Applicants from all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are welcome to join us in our mission towards a more vibrant and inclusive future.

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