VP, Global Total Rewards

This is Adyen

Adyen provides payments, data, and financial products in a single solution for customers like Meta, Uber, H&M, and Microsoft - making us the financial technology platform of choice. At Adyen, everything we do is engineered for ambition.

For our teams, we create an environment with opportunities for our people to succeed, backed by the culture and support to ensure they are enabled to truly own their careers. We are motivated individuals who tackle unique technical challenges at scale and solve them as a team. Together, we deliver innovative and ethical solutions that help businesses achieve their ambitions faster.

VP, Global Total Rewards

As the VP of Global Total Rewards at Adyen, you’ll lead the charge in crafting and implementing forward-thinking global compensation and benefits programs that resonate with our mission. Your expertise will be crucial in attracting, motivating, and retaining top talent, all while supporting Adyen’s ambitious objectives. Joining our team means you will lead a global Total Rewards team, and collaborate closely with our HR Centers of Excellence and Adyen Leadership to ensure a holistic and consistent people experience across the organization. As part of our people leadership team, you’ll also play a vital role in fostering growth within the broader HR community.

• Drive Strategic Vision: Assess and enhance our global rewards strategy, focusing on base pay, variable pay, and incentive plans (including equity) that align with Adyen’s high-impact goals, all underpinned by data and industry benchmarks.
• Craft Compelling Narratives: Develop and articulate a rewards philosophy that resonates with every level of our organization, integrating total rewards strategies with our employee value proposition and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Collaborate for Impact: Partner with senior leadership and HR Centers of Excellence to identify key opportunities for enhancing our rewards offering.
• Oversee Executive Programs: Manage executive compensation initiatives, including preparing materials for our Management Board and Remuneration Committee, overseeing equity management, and ensuring accurate reporting.
• Enhance Benefits Offerings: Lead the design and administration of comprehensive employee benefits programs—ranging from health insurance to wellness initiatives—to ensure our employees feel valued and supported.
• Empower Your Team: Lead and mentor a talented group of rewards professionals, fostering a culture of development and growth.
• Ensure Compliance: Take ownership of all compliance and regulatory updates, ensuring our programs meet necessary standards globally.

What We Look For:

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in rewards management, with a strong record of designing and implementing successful global compensation and benefits programs.
• Proven experience in executive compensation and equity administration.
• Experience leading teams of 10+ colleagues in the realms of Global Compensation, Rewards, or Global Mobility.
• Expertise in navigating compliance and regulatory requirements surrounding global compensation programs.
• A results-driven approach paired with outstanding analytical and project management capabilities, creative problem solving, and with a focus on continuous improvement.

Other Job Details

• This role is based out of our SF or Amsterdam office. We have a hybrid workplace and value in-person collaboration; we do not offer remote-only roles.
• This role requires domestic and international travel
• The base salary range for this role in SF is $360,000 - $450,000 – to learn more about our compensation philosophy, please clickhere.

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitments

Our unique approach is a product of our diverse perspectives. This diversity of backgrounds and cultures is essential in helping us maintain our momentum. Our business and technical challenges are unique, and we need as many different voices as possible to join us in solving them - voices like yours. No matter who you are or where you’re from, we welcome you to be your true self at Adyen.

Studies show that women and members of underrepresented communities apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Does this sound like you? If so, Adyen encourages you to reconsider and apply. We look forward to your application!

What’s next?

Ensuring a smooth and enjoyable candidate experience is critical for us. We aim to get back to you regarding your application within 5 business days. Our interview process tends to take about 4 weeks to complete, but may fluctuate depending on the role. Learn more about our hiring process here. Don’t be afraid to let us know if you need more flexibility.

Adyen is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

San Francisco

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This role is based out of either our Amsterdam or San Francisco offices. We are an office-first company and value in-person collaboration; we do not offer remote-only roles.