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(Senior) Workday Compensation Expert (f/m/d)

Heidelberg Materials
Heidelberg, Germanyfull_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Oct 2025

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<p></p><p></p><p>For our Group Human Resources Department, we are seeking to recruit a <b>(Senior) Workday Compensation Expert (f/m/d).</b></p><p></p><p>Your role serves as a <b>bridge between strategic compensation expertise and the technical implementation within Workday</b>, our global HRIS platform. As the global product owner for the Compensation and Goals modules, you will oversee the configuration and related processes across <b>more than 50 countries</b>.</p><p></p><p>This position is centered on <b>strengthening our capabilities in strategically important areas across the Group and offers a highly international, cross-functional environment</b>. It requires close alignment with the strategic priorities of the Compensation &amp; Benefits team, as well as ongoing collaboration with our dedicated Workday team to continuously enhance our system landscape.</p><p></p><p>You will work closely with stakeholders from Group, Area, and Country HR to <b>ensure a balanced approach - one that maintains compliance with global standards while also accommodating local requirements</b>. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our global compensation framework and contribute meaningfully to our digital HR transformation in a dynamic and international setting.</p><p></p><p>This position is located in <b>Heidelberg</b>. You will directly report to the position Head of Compensation &amp; Benefits.</p><p></p><p><b>YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE</b></p><ul><li><p>Prepare, manage, and run our <b>annual global compensation processes</b> (compensation review and bonus payout process) as well as annual goal management processes in Workday, including communication and training for our global compensation community and intensive process support.</p></li><li><p>Maintain a strong understanding of <b>strategic priorities in C&amp;B</b> as well as our <b>Workday implementation journey</b> to align initiatives accordingly.</p></li><li><p>Review and implement new Workday features with strong <b>focus on automation and optimized user experience.</b></p></li><li><p>Drive <b>enhancements in our Workday compensation and goals modules</b> with support of internal technical application specialists and external consultants.</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with <b>stakeholders from Group, Area and Country HR</b> as well as external consultants to understand our diverse local setups, translate them into Workday requirements, and assess feasibility against our global standards.</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>YOUR PROFILE</b></p><ul><li><p><b><span>University degree</span></b> in Human Resources, Business Administration, <span>Psychology, Applied Computer Sciences,</span> or a related field.</p></li><li><p><span>3+</span> years professional experience in an <b>HR environment </b>(preferably Compensation &amp; Benefits or HR Technology), from a relevant consulting role or corporate function.</p></li><li><p>Proficiency and <b>hands-on experience with a HRIS platform</b>, specifically Workday experience would be an advantage.</p></li><li><p>Very good understanding of <b>compensation concepts/frameworks</b>, <b>HR processes</b> and <b>digitalization in HR</b>.</p></li><li><p>Proven ability to <b>manage complex customer/stakeholder landscapes</b> and translate business needs into technical requirements.</p></li><li><p><b>Analytical, tech-savvy and data-driven mindset</b> with attention to detail and process optimization.</p></li><li><p><b>Excellent communication skills</b> in a highly international and multicultural context.</p></li><li><p><b>Fluent in English </b>(fluency in German is an asset).</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><span>OUR OFFER</span></b><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span><span>We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. </span><span>That's</span><span> why we offer you attractive benefits, such as:</span>  </span></p><ul><li><p><b><span>Flexible working time</span></b><span><span> models with up to </span></span><b><span>50% remote working</span></b><span><span> </span><span>within Germany</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><b><span>30 vacation days</span></b><span><span> plus </span><span>additional</span><span> special vacation days</span></span><span> </span></p></li><li><p><b><span>Attractive compensation</span></b><span><span> with </span></span><b><span>profit share/bonus</span></b><span><span>, </span></span><b><span>Christmas,</span></b><span><span> and </span></span><b><span>vacation</span></b><span><span> </span></span><b><span>payment</span></b><span> </span></p></li><li><p><span><span>Multiple </span></span><b><span>learning</span></b><span><span> </span></span><b><span>&amp; development</span></b><span><span> options: support of job-related further training, various technical and leadership development programs</span></span></p></li><li><p><b><span>JobTicket</span><span>, </span><span>JobBike</span></b><span><span> and further </sp

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