Global Head of Rewards & Mobility

As the Head of Global Reward & Mobility at ARLANXEO, you will lead further improvement, development and execution of our Global Reward & Mobility initiatives. Your role is crucial in shaping and implementing guidelines, policies, and initiatives that drive a performance-oriented culture through competitive rewards, and mobility systems. This role requires a hands-on, agile leader who can align our shareholders’ interests with the broader corporate strategy, ensuring that our rewards and mobility frameworks are both effective and compliant with international standards.

You will lead a team of two Global Total Rewards Managers, collaborating closely to develop and implement comprehensive global compensation and benefits structures. Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of ARLANXEO’s Global Reward & Mobility packages.

This hybrid role offers flexibility, allowing you to work both from home and from one of our offices in Germany or The Netherlands.

YOUR KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the development and implementation of the Global Reward & Mobility strategy, addressing complex challenges and opportunities. 
• Align internal Global Reward & Mobility policies with our shareholder’s policies, while ensuring they are in service of ARLANXEO’s overarching corporate strategy.
• Clearly articulate the Global Reward & Mobility strategy in relation to ARLANXEO's mission, vision, and values. Inspire and motivate the HR function and other stakeholders to commit to and achieve extraordinary results in line with business goals.
• Develop and manage both annual and long-term international compensation and incentive plans, supporting the remuneration committee to ensure coherence across cultures and compliance with legal requirements.
• Define ARLANXEO’s international data requirements, commissioning and utilizing external data to diagnose HR issues and enhance HR practices.
• Oversee the annual compensation review, specifying and communicating objectives, processes, timelines, criteria, and financial parameters. Monitor outcomes and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with internal clients, acting as a business partner to support the delivery of business strategies, policies and objectives.
• Provide specialist advice to the leadership team and HR Business Partners, guiding the implementation of policies and the design of projects and change initiatives.
• Further develop and maintain a comprehensive policy framework for Global Reward & Mobility and oversee its global implementation.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for Global Reward & Mobility, staying informed on emerging trends, technologies, regulations, and industry best practices through continuous professional development.

WHO YOU ARE:

• Educational Background: Master’s degree in business administration, Finance, HR, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 15 years of relevant experience of which  5 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits strategy, with a strong focus on international matrix organizations. Proven track record in setting and delivering long-term objectives in a global context.
• International Exposure: Extensive experience working across Europe, North & South America, and Asia.
• Leadership Skills: Strong business acumen with the ability to instill trust, drive vision and purpose, and align organizational strategies.
• Global Perspective: Ability to balance stakeholder needs while ensuring accountability and effective global decision-making.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Dutch and/or German is an advantage.
• Change Management: Proven experience in driving change within complex international environments with multiple stakeholders. 
   

WHAT ARLANXEO OFFERS YOU
As a modern employer, we take care of our employees and help them find a balance between career development opportunities and personal life planning. We offer our employees a wide range of career prospects, a modern working environment and competitive compensation. ARLANXEO employees benefit from great employment conditions, such as:

• A hybrid way of working. 
• An inspiring working environment with professional and committed colleagues
• A successful innovative organization with international career possibilities
• Challenges and opportunities to learn and to develop.

INTERESTED IN THIS VACANCY?
Are you looking for a new challenge? Apply online by sending us your resume and cover letter. Do you have a question, or do you want to learn more about the position? You can always contact Jose van de Beek: jose.van-de-beek.ext@arlanxeo.com.

 

ABOUT ARLANXEO
We are one of the world's largest producers of synthetic rubber. We develop, produce and market high-performance rubbers that are used for a wide range of applications: from the automotive and tire industries to the electrical, construction and oil and gas industries.

You probably are using synthetic rubbers in you daily live without even noticing this. To drive to work and home you need rubber in the tires of your car or bicycle. When taking a shower there’s a rubber seal in your tap. When opening the fridge, the rubber seals make sure the door closes properly and keeps the cold in. Besides these more ‘traditional’ applications our synthetic rubber is also used in batteries for electrical cars, windmills, and solar panels.

We are a wholly owned subsidiary of Saudi Aramco, the world's largest energy and chemical group. As one of the major players in the rubber industry, ARLANXEO recognizes that we must examine every stage in the life of our rubber products to reduce their environmental footprint. Find out how you can make a difference at ARLANXEO.

Individuals seeking employment at ARLANXEO are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

ARLANXEO does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or application submitted to ARLANXEO without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of ARLANXEO and ARLANXEO will not pay a placement fee.