What's the role?
As a Director Total Rewards, your work will directly impact the delivery of Hilti Lead 2030 People strategy: Being a great employer for everyone, everywhere.
The Director Total Rewards is responsible for the strategic design, implementation, and management of reward programs and initiatives across the organization. This senior role drives initiatives that ensure the organization attracts, retains, and motivates team members, while maintaining competitiveness in the global market.
You will also lead strategic Reward projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has strong business acumen and understands global reward trends while balancing innovation and cost-effectiveness. The role demands forward-thinking leader, and the strong ability to collaborate with stakeholders across all entities and regions as well as external vendors.
Who is Hilti?
For more than a decade, Hilti has been recognized by Great Place to Work as one of the best places to work. Founded in 1941 by the Hilti brothers, we have over 120 locations globally carrying right into our lives and homes. Where people are exploring possibilities, leveraging their potential, owning their personal development and growing lasting careers. We offer innovative solutions for the construction industry, emphasizing a passionate, inclusive team and a performance-driven culture. A substantial amount of our profit goes to the Hilti Foundation, promoting societal growth and sustainable impact.
What does the role involve?
Strategic Leadership:
Develop global reward strategy and framework that supports Hilti culture and values. Serve as a trusted advisor on reward trends, laws, and regulations.
Program Design and Implementation:
Lead the design, evaluation, and execution of reward programs such as Pay transparency, EU directive, etc.
Ensure the inclusion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and sustainability topics in all programs to address the needs of diverse employee populations.
Compliance and Governance:
Ensure global reward programs are compliant with all relevant regulations, both locally and internationally. Monitor legal and regulatory developments, making necessary adjustments to reward framework.
Data-Driven Decision Making:
Use data and analytics to assess the market competitiveness and effectiveness of current programs and implement improvements as necessary.
Regularly report on program metrics, utilization, and employee feedback.
Lead cost-management initiatives without compromising employee satisfaction and wellbeing.
Employee Experience and Communication:
Ensure the effective communication of reward programs to employees, enhancing understanding and participation.
System Landscape
Oversee and manage system landscape in Reward area by working closely with the Information system HR / IT colleagues to implementation new modules, functionalities.
Participate in continuous improvements through regular sprints and release management.
Ensure data accuracy.
Team Leadership:
Lead and mentor a global team of reward professionals fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Build a collaborative, innovative, and performance-driven culture within the team.
Foster professional growth and development opportunities for team members.
93% of our people say they’re proud to work for Hilti,thanks to the quality of our products and the way we look after our people.
What do we offer?
Joining our headquarters in Schaan, Nendeln, or Buchs connects you with a diverse community of over 2,100 colleagues from 70 nationalities in a region where Liechtenstein, Austria, and Switzerland intersect. Our employee groups actively support causes like female empowerment and the LGBTQAI+ community and offer leisure activities like mountain biking and tennis. We also provide opportunities for community engagement both locally and internationally. Benefits at our headquarters include shared e-bikes, an on-site gym, dining options, learning opportunities, financial guidance, child care, and relocation support.
What you need is:
- Master’s degree in business administration, HR, Finance or related fields.
- Relevant professional experience;
additional related HR certifications are a plus.
- Either you are experienced and have extensive knowledge of global reward programs, or you are seasoned business professional with passion for reward.
- Strong project management, change management and stakeholder management skills to influence, collaborate effectively across functions, geographies and seniority levels
- Proven people leadership capabilities: strong interpersonal skills and passion for developing people
- Establish and utilise a strong external network and recognised industry bodies, to build a good understanding of the external market situation and knowledge of the external Reward landscape and best practices
Why should you apply?
You are a driven individual who is constantly seeking personal growth and development. You are looking for a company that values versatility and provides opportunities to explore various functions and locations. Your first role with us is just the beginning of a journey and what we hope is a long-lasting career.
Does this sound like you? We look forward to your application! For further questions, please feel free to contact Martina Giot , Head of Global Reward and Mobility, or human resources Utkarsh Sharma , Head of Talent Acquisition.
*For non-EU / EFTA citizens: Please state your eligibility status to work in Switzerland / Liechtenstein and note that if you do not own a valid Swiss / Liechtenstein work permit, Hilti cannot guarantee your final employment due to authority regulations.
Learn more about us: https://careers.hilti.group/en
Learn more about life at Hilti Headquarters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeJPLBszc2A
Hilti is an equal opportunity employer.
