Requirements: English
Company: Golden Agri-Resources (GAR)
Region: Utrecht , Utrecht
When you join GAR, you join something bigger. Big in scale, big in opportunities to grow, and big in impact. With over 100,000 employees across 14 countries, spanning Asia, Europe, North America, and South America, Golden Agri-Resources (GAR) is one of the largest agribusinesses in the world. We manage over half a million hectares of palm oil plantations, including smallholder farms, across Indonesia. But our size is only part of the story. Since 1997, weve put sustainability at the centre of how we grow, working hand-in-hand with farmers, communities, and partners to deliver food, fuel, and a better future. Were a seed-to-shelf business rooted in palm oil, now expanding across other essential crops like sugar, soybean, sunflower, and coconut. Our people are our edge. We invest in them through global opportunities, cross-border exposure, and continuous learning, because growing a better business starts with growing our people. Here, your career feeds something meaningful for the planet, people, and generations to come. We''re looking for an experienced Compensation Benefits Specialist to join our HR team in Utrecht, Netherlands. In this role, you''ll design and manage competitive programs that attract and retain top talent. We''re seeking someone who is strategic, hands-on, and analytical, with strong interpersonal skills and a proactive mindset. Youre adaptable, discreet, and able to engage stakeholders effectively while driving improvement in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Designing and maintaining competitive compensation structures (including pensions and insurances) Performing cross-regional job evaluations and annual benchmarks, ensuring market-competitive compensation across the organization Build strong processes Perform annual salary reviews and job evaluations to ensure equitable compensation across the organization Develop and oversee employee benefit programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and other perks to enhance employee satisfaction and well-being Annual review of benefit programs and track/apply (legal) changes Manage relationships with external Comp Ben vendors; evaluate and negotiate contracts with benefits providers to ensure cost-effective solutions Prepare and present reports on compensation and benefits metrics Tracking personnel costs and ensuring overhead is kept in line with the budget Monitor and assess the effectiveness of compensation and benefits programs (e.g., through employee surveys), making recommendations for enhancements based on employee feedback and market trends supported with actionable insights and KPIs Update and maintain staff database and organisation charts Responsible for expense management and employer statements Preparation of employer statements Act as the go-to resource for team members, providing guidance on HR policies, employment practices, and workplace issues while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations Guiding and overseeing the full employee life cycle, including the HR processes and documentation (contracts, confirmation letters, exit documents, reporting), ensuring compliance with GDPR, labor laws, regulations, and internal policies Initiate, advise, develop, implement, and drive continuous improvement of HR processes. Requirements Bachelors degree level 5+ years of proven experience in HR, focusing specifically on compensation and benefits management International experience is preferred Strong knowledge of compensation principles, strategies, and best practices Experience with benefits administration and health/welfare plan design Knowledge of Microsoft Office Fluent in English, both written and spoken Fluency in Dutch, both written and spoken, is a plus We Offer An entrepreneurial and international environment where developing opportunities for growth is valued A competitive compensation plan with pension contribution by the employer Flexibility on working hours Local and global training development opportunities Company outings, Christmas dinner, and this year we held our first well-being month, filled with many helpful yet fun activities, because we care about our employees well-being and their social connection! Healthy snacks and drinks in the office every day At GAR, we are fully focused on sustainability. Its for this reason that we have moved to a new, fully sustainable office next to Central Station of Utrecht, where daily commute is done by public transportation Please note that we often incorporate an assessment and reference checks in our selection procedures.