Cognism is a market leader in international sales intelligence. Access to our premium data, has helped a wide variety of global revenue teams change their approach to prospecting, resulting in predictable and prosperous outcomes.
Following multiple successful funding rounds and the acquisition of Mailtastic (2020), an email signature solution provider, and Kaspr (2022), a Paris-based sales prospecting tool, there has never been a more exciting time to join us.
As we grow, one of our main objectives is to continue hiring individuals, who are both a professional and cultural fit for our Company. Our values are at the core of everything we do!
Our people;
- Are Nice!
- Are Collaborative. We’re in this together!
- Are Solution-Focused. For every problem, we’ve got a solution!
- Are Understanding.
- Celebrate Individual Contributors.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive global workplace, which encourages you to achieve any goals you may have, while having fun along the way!
Note Role Overview
Reporting to the CHRO, the Total Rewards Partner will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing our global compensation and benefits programs.
This role will require someone who can navigate the complexities of international benefits, particularly in the US and UK, while providing strategic guidance on compensation practices to ensure market competitiveness.
You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including the People Operations group, to align programs with our organizational goals and company culture.
Strong stakeholder management skills are essential, as you will interact with diverse leaders and teams across the organization.
Note - we are a hybrid employer and require this person to be in our London Bridge office twice a week.
Key Responsibilities
Global Benefits Management
- Oversee benefits programs in key regions, primarily the US and UK, ensuring compliance with local regulations and industry standards.
- Manage annual benefits renewals, including health insurance plans, 401(k) plans, and other employee offerings.
- Partner with external vendors to negotiate contracts, drive cost efficiencies, and ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Monitor trends in global benefits to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
Compensation Strategy & Administration
- Lead compensation benchmarking efforts using tools like Radford and other market data sources.
- Develop and maintain salary leveling frameworks to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
- Collaborate with People Operations and leadership to align compensation strategies with business goals and employee value propositions.
- Provide data-driven recommendations on pay structures, promotions, and incentive programs.
Stakeholder Management
- Partner with internal leaders, including challenging stakeholders, to address concerns and balance competing priorities.
- Proactively provide strategic advice while maintaining professionalism and composure under pressure.
- Work collaboratively with the People Operations team to support broader people strategies and objectives.
Cultural Alignment & Team Collaboration
- Integrate into the existing team culture, contributing positively to our collaborative and people-focused environment.
- Work with empathy, adaptability, and the ability to build trust with colleagues across all levels.
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Knowledge
- Global Benefits Expertise:
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in managing benefits programs, with a strong focus on the US and UK markets.
- Proven track record of overseeing health insurance renewals, 401(k) plan administration, and vendor management.
Compensation Acumen:
- At least 5 years of experience in compensation, including salary benchmarking, salary leveling, and pay structure development.
- Hands-on experience using compensation tools and market data sources such as Radford (or similar).
Stakeholder Management:
- A minimum of 5+ years of experience collaborating with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic recommendations.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage challenging stakeholders, balancing assertiveness with diplomacy.
Skills & Traits
- Strong analytical skills to interpret complex compensation and benefits data and translate it into actionable strategies.
- Advanced communication and negotiation skills for vendor management and internal stakeholder engagement.
- High emotional intelligence and adaptability, with the ability to remain calm under pressure and navigate competing priorities.
- Exceptional organizational skills to effectively manage multiple projects, deadlines, and cross-functional collaboration.
Cultural Fit
- A collaborative, team-oriented individual who aligns with our organization’s values and can positively contribute to our supportive culture.
- Someone who brings a proactive, problem-solving mindset and demonstrates empathy when working with colleagues and stakeholders.
We look forward to hearing from you!
What We Do
Cognism is a leader in international sales intelligence, setting a new standard for data quality and compliance, trusted by 1800+ revenue teams worldwide.
Cognism helps businesses find, engage and close their dream prospects by providing premium company and contact information, including firmographics, technographics, sales trigger events, intent data, verified business emails and phone-verified mobile numbers.
Next level GDPR & CCPA compliance, combined with innovative technology and integrations with leading CRM and sales engagement partners, make Cognism the number one choice for businesses looking to create a predictable pipeline, find their next best business opportunity and overcome global compliance barriers.
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