Global Compensation Director

Role Description

The Director of Global Compensation is responsible for leading the strategy, design, and governance of compensation across Inizio. This role will shape a scalable, market-competitive compensation framework that supports a high-growth, international organisation. This is a strategic role with a strong execution focus. You will ensure compensation programmes are not only well-designed but effectively embedded through systems, processes, and governance and continuous evolution of compensation practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Compensation Strategy & Design
  • Own and evolve the global compensation strategy and pay philosophy
  • Design and maintain scalable pay structures aligned to business growth
  • Act as the subject matter expert on compensation, advising senior stakeholders
• Executive Compensation & Governance
  • Support the design and governance of executive compensation frameworks (salary, bonus, equity)
  • Contribute to Remuneration Committee materials, providing clear, data-driven insights
  • Maintain working knowledge of long-term incentive plans (LTIPs)
• Benchmarking & Market Insight
  • Lead the organisation's benchmarking approach and market positioning
  • Interpret market data to inform pay decisions and structure design
  • Manage relationships with external benchmarking providers
• Job Architecture & Structures
  • Lead the development and governance of global job architecture
  • Oversee salary ranges, grading frameworks, and alignment with career pathways
• Systems & Optimisation
  • Lead the optimisation of Workday advance compensation modules and related tools
  • Drive continuous improvement of compensation cycles and processes
  • Balance strategic leadership with hands-on delivery where needed
• Governance, Risk & Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including EU Pay Transparency and Pay equity reporting cross jurisdictions
  • Identify and manage compensation-related risks, including pay equity
• Projects & Transformation
  • Lead key initiatives such as pay transparency and compensation planning tools
  • Support M&A activity and harmonisation of compensation practices
• Stakeholder Partnership
  • Partner with HRLT, Finance, Legal, and business leaders
  • Work closely with the Global Benefits Director to ensure a cohesive Total Rewards approach
  • Translate data into clear insights to support decision-making

Qualifications

• Strong experience in global compensation strategy, design, and governance
• Expertise in benchmarking, pay structures, and job architecture
• Experience supporting executive compensation and senior stakeholder forums
• Familiarity with regulatory environments, including EU Pay Transparency
• Experience with compensation systems (e.g. Workday)
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills

Company Description

At Inizio, we're a global team driven by a shared purpose: to reimagine health. Formed in 2022 through the coming together of Ashfield and Huntsworth, we unite decades of experience with cutting-edge capabilities to deliver impactful solutions across the commercialization journey - from discovery to post-launch. Our global network of over 10,000 experts operates across 50 countries, supporting clients with strategic insight, medical excellence, creative engagement, and real-world delivery. We work with the world's leading health and life sciences businesses to solve complex challenges and drive meaningful outcomes for our clients and patients.

What sets Inizio apart is our people - and we believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive. Here, you're encouraged to reimagine your possibilities: to grow, to be curious and to make real change happen. It's a place where your individuality is valued, your development is supported, and your ambition is celebrated. If you're ready to push boundaries and accelerate your career, Inizio is the best place to be.

At Inizio, we value inclusivity, recognize the power of diversity and inspire the next generation of change-makers. We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity and inclusion. We aim to recruit from a diverse slate of candidates and foster an environment that provides the right conditions for long-term success. We welcome all applications regardless of race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, military veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation and physical or mental disability.