Compensation & Benefits Director at Qonto

At Qonto, we are on a mission to empower SMEs by providing Europe’s leading finance workspace. Since our founding in 2017 by Alexandre and Steve, we have grown to support over 600,000 customers with seamless tools for invoicing, spend management, and pre-accounting. Our success is driven by a dedicated team of 1,600 Qontoers who value ownership, integrity, and mastery. We take pride in our inclusive culture, where 55% of our team members come from international backgrounds, and we are committed to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and individuality.

The opportunity

We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Director to join our team in a hybrid capacity. In this role, you will transform our global rewards strategy into a competitive advantage that helps us attract and retain top talent as we scale. Reporting directly to our Chief People Officer, you will lead a growing team to harmonize our compensation and benefits frameworks across eight European markets. As we evolve from a payment institution into a bank, your work will provide leadership with the data-driven insights necessary to make strategic decisions that support our rapid growth.

A day in the life

• Develop and communicate a global reward strategy that balances internal equity, market competitiveness, and local compliance across France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, Austria, and Portugal.
• Design and implement our Pay Transparency program, including the necessary data infrastructure and employee education to meet 2026 EU compliance standards.
• Oversee compensation cycles in partnership with the Finance team, managing salary and bonus reviews while utilizing Workday to streamline our internal processes.

Who you are

You are an experienced leader with a strong background in regulated industries, specifically within banking or financial services. You understand the complexities of multi-country compensation and have a proven track record of designing job architecture across various European markets. You are comfortable influencing C-level executives and possess the analytical skills to build compensation functions that rely on systematic, data-driven decision-making. Proficiency in English is required, and you should be prepared to lead a team through significant organizational transformation.

Why you'll love it here

We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment where you can truly thrive. Our benefits package is designed to support your professional and personal well-being:

• Hybrid work arrangements to provide flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical insurance and a dedicated mental wellness budget.
• Commuter benefits and meal vouchers.
• Generous maternity and paternity leave policies, along with childcare support.
• Access to wellness programs and regular company retreats.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a fast-paced, collaborative team.