Are you an experienced Total Rewards Senior Manager?
We are looking for an individual to oversee a team responsible for designing, implementing, and managing compensation and benefits programs across multiple countries to support Markel International’s strategic objectives.
What part will you play? If you’re looking for a place where you can make a meaningful difference, you’ve found it. The work we do at Markel gives people the confidence to move forward and seize opportunities, and you’ll find your fit amongst our global community of optimists and problem-solvers. We’re always pushing each other to go further because we believe that when we realize our potential, we can help others reach theirs.
Join us and play your part in something special!
The opportunity:
This role ensures that total rewards programs are competitive, compliant with local regulations, aligned with global standards, and effectively attract, retain, and motivate top talent. You will build strong relationships with regional HR and business leaders through regular engagement and occasional international travel, fostering trust and collaboration across cultures and time zones. Partnering with HR leaders, Finance, business executives, and external consultants to deliver solutions that balance market competitiveness, cost effectiveness, and employee engagement. You will report to the Global Head of Total Rewards to ensure alignment with global standards and will work closely with the International Chief People Officer and Global Head of HR Service Delivery who will be responsible for ensuring employee benefit programs (healthcare, retirement, insurance, wellness, etc.), are administered effectively and create an optimal employee experience.
What you’ll be doing:
- Lead the design and implementation of international compensation and benefits programs that align with global total rewards strategy and support business objectives.
- Lead and coordinate annual compensation and benefits cycles for the International division, ensuring alignment with global processes and timelines.
- Manage and mentor a team of regional total rewards professionals, ensuring consistent execution and development across geographies.
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements in all countries where the company operates, including but not limited to Gender Pay Gap reporting and EU Pay Transparency.
- Collaborate with HR Business Partners, regional HR teams and Finance to understand local needs and tailor total rewards solutions accordingly.
- Partner with the Global Head of HR Service Delivery to ensure effective administration of employee benefit programs (healthcare, retirement, insurance, wellness, etc.) and seamless employee experience.
- Develop and maintain governance frameworks for international total rewards policies, ensuring consistency and alignment with global standards.
- Support global mobility and expatriate compensation strategies, including relocation benefits, allowances, and tax equalization policies.
- Champion a pay-for-performance culture by ensuring reward programs are designed to recognize and differentiate based on individual and business performance. Partner with HR and leadership to communicate this philosophy clearly and consistently.
- Promote positive employee sentiment by driving transparency in total rewards programs. Develop and deliver educational materials and communications that help employees understand the value of their compensation and benefits.
Our must-haves:
- In-depth knowledge of global compensation structures, benefits practices, and compliance requirements across multiple regions.
- Experience in the insurance or financial services sector strongly desired.
- Proven ability to manage cross-border programs and work in a matrixed, multicultural environment.
- Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
- High proficiency with HRIS systems and compensation tools; advanced Excel and data modeling skills.
Who we are:
Markel Group (NYSE – MKL) a Fortune 500 company with over 60 offices in 20+ countries, is a holding company for insurance, reinsurance, specialist advisory, and investment operations around the world.
We’re all about people | We win together | We strive for better | We enjoy the everyday | We think further
What’s in it for you?
- A great starting salary plus annual bonus & strong benefits package…
- 25 days paid holiday plus Bank Holidays, with the opportunity to buy/sell extra leave
- Fantastic company pension scheme, private medical and dental cover, life assurance, travel insurance cover, income protection, season ticket loan as well as other great benefits on offer
- There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career and we can provide the support needed to do just that!
Are you ready to play your part?
Choose ‘Apply Now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.
Markel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. Whatever your background, if you feel you meet the requirements of this role then we want to hear from you. We are also happy to consider candidates who are looking for flexible working patterns.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with all reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful. Please contact us via email at rec@markel.com or call us at 0161 507 5827 to request any accommodations that may be needed. This includes any alternative formats of any documents or information on how to apply offline.
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