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Vestas · 2 weeks ago

Lead Specialist Compensation and Benefits

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions, specializing in wind turbine design, manufacturing, and servicing. The Lead Specialist Compensation and Benefits will oversee the development and execution of compensation and benefit strategies, ensuring alignment with global frameworks and local market conditions while advising stakeholders on competitive practices.

EnergyEnvironmental EngineeringRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of regional reward and benefit strategies aligned with global frameworks, local market conditions and legislation

Provide insights and recommendations to regional stakeholders on competitive compensation and benefit practices using market data and benchmarking to inform strategies

Regional responsibility of the annual reward and benefits cycle; including annual benchmarking, administrating annual merit and/ or bonus, pay equity reviews, cost modeling, budget input, off-cycle increases, and promotion approvals

Regional governance and administration of other compensation practices and programs. Including position evaluations, spot awards, allowances, benefits and other elements related to total compensation

Ensure alignment between regional benefits strategies, workforce needs, talent and culture strategies

Assess effectiveness of current benefit programs and recommend enhancements or redesigns based on benchmarking, feedback, utilization, and cost

Educate employees and managers on reward programs and policies through training and communication

Participate in global projects and initiatives, representing regional perspectives

Qualification

CompensationBenefitsU.S. labor lawsData analysisExcel proficiencyHR systems SuccessFactorsHR systems SAPBenchmarking data interpretationAnalytical thinkingDetail-orientedEffective communicationTeam collaboration

Required

Degree in Finance, Business Administration, HR, or a related field

Proficient in English, written and spoken

Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience as a Compensation and Benefits Specialist, or similar role

Proficiency in compensation and benefits processes

Experience with compensation survey data sources and methodologies

Extensive knowledge of U.S. federal labor laws and regulations, including: Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) – wage and hour standards, overtime eligibility, Equal Pay Act (EPA) – ensuring equal pay for equal work regardless of gender, Civil Rights Act (Title VII) – prohibiting discrimination in compensation decisions, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – ensuring equitable compensation practices for individuals with disabilities, Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) – protecting compensation equity for workers aged 40+, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) – understanding compensation implications during leave periods

Familiarity with state-specific compensation laws within the US and Canadian Provinces and Territories

Experience ensuring pay equity and compliance with internal governance and external legal standards

Ability to interpret and apply benchmarking data in compliance with U.S. labor regulations

Comfortable working with legal and compliance teams to ensure compensation practices meet regulatory standards

Highly experienced in Excel and HR systems (we use SuccessFactors and SAP)

Experience at a large, global company

Proficient in analytical thinking and quantitative assessment

Financial understanding and interest

High level of quality and effective compliance with process and policy

Detail-oriented and able to manage sensitive and confidential information

Solution-oriented approach

Holistic perspective