Head of Rewards

Head of Rewards Shape the future of total rewards in a fast-growing international beverage companyAre you passionate about building impactful compensation and benefits strategies that attract, engage, and retain top talent?Royal Unibrew is looking for an experienced Head of Rewards to join our Group HR team and take the lead in designing and driving our global rewards agenda.About The RoleAs Head of Rewards, you will be responsible for developing and implementing our global Compensation & Benefits framework across all markets. You will work closely with senior leadership, local HR teams and external partners to ensure competitive, compliant, and business aligned reward practices that support Royal Unibrew’s growth strategy. This is a high-impact role reporting directly to our Chief People Officer; the role is located in Faxe, Denmark.In this role, you will take the lead in shaping and executing Royal Unibrew’s Total Rewards agenda across our diverse markets. Acting as a strategic partner to our executive leaders, you will ensure our compensation and benefits programs are competitive, compliant and aligned without our business goalsKey responsibilitiesLead the design and execution of Royal Unibrew’s Total Rewards strategy, including base pay, short- and long-term incentives, benefits, recognition, and executive compensationAdvise senior leadership and the Chief People Officer on compensation matters, including market trends and regulatory risksDrive implementation of initiatives to prepare us for the EU Pay Transparency Directive, manage job grading implementation and maintenanceBe a sparring partner for our many market organisations on Rewards-related initiatives, and maintain robust compensation structures, benefits programs and incentive schemesOversee the annual salary review and bonus cycles (STI & LTI) across countriesConduct market benchmarking and internal pay analysis and provide insights and reporting through HR data and analyticsManage and coordinate the end-to-end process of global mobility assignments, including relocation, immigration, tax, and compliance.Provide guidance and support to employees and managers regarding global mobility policies, processes, and requirements.About YouWe hope that you bring your hands-on approach and a deep understanding of how rewards drive business outcomes paired with a genuine interest in creating value through people. You thrive in international environments and do not shy away from the operational parts of the role, if needed.You Most Likely Have5+ years of experience within Compensation & Benefits / Total Rewards, ideally in an international settingStrong analytical skills and proficiency with HR data, salary benchmarking and reward modellingFamiliarity with global mobility, executive compensation, job evaluation and incentive designA structured yet practical and pragmatic mindsetExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsFluency in English – Danish is a plus, but not requiredWhat we offerThis will be the first time we establish a Group Rewards area in Royal Unibrew across our markets. It will give you an opportunity to build the area from the base and up and from the Group Functions and out to the markets.A high visibility role in a dynamic and growing Danish C25 companyA chance to influence and shape key elements of the Rewards area as well as our people strategyDirect exposure to our most senior decision-makers and involvement in core HR and business initiativesA collaborative, down-to-earth and no-nonsense FMCG culture with passionate colleagues in a small but capable Group HR teamWho we areRoyal Unibrew is a leading regional beverage provider with a strong portfolio of local and international brands. We have offices and production in Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Baltics, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Italy, Canada and US with a diverse and growing team of over 4,500 employees. Our mission is to be the preferred partner in all aspects of our beverage business, including a preferred partner for our people.Ready to make an impact?Submit your application and CV today – we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis.If you have any questions about the position, feel free to contact Global Talent Acquisition Manager, Katharina Henckel at: Katharina.Henckel@ROYALUNIBREW.COMAt Royal Unibrew, you'll find the industry's most dedicated, energetic, and experienced colleagues. Together, we build the best framework for a job that precisely matches your everyday life and career aspirations.Royal Unibrew produces, markets, sells, and distributes quality beverages. We are a consortium of more than 35 breweries and beverage producers from across Denmark, known especially for our traditional, locally-rooted brands such as Faxe Kondi, Egekilde, Royal Beer, Ceres, and Odense Pilsner, as well as partner brands like Pepsi MAX and Heineken.Today, we are the second-largest beverage company in Denmark. Our journey began in 1856, and we still maintain a strong commercial focus, a clear growth strategy, and an ambitious sustainability strategy - both domestically and internationally.You'll have over 1500 colleagues in Denmark and more than 2700 colleagues outside the country, including in Finland, Italy, France, Norway, Canada, the Netherlands, and the Baltic countries.With us, you'll be part of challenging the boundaries of sustainable production and distribution. You'll help ensure a diverse range of beverages that bring people together - on the dance floor, during the third half, or over a meal - all while contributing to strengthening Danish sports, music, and community life.