Overview
Job Title: Compensation & Benefits Specialist – 6 Month FTC
Sector: Insurance
Location: Dublin City Centre (Hybrid – 2 days on-site)
Salary: €70,000 – €75,000 plus completion bonus and benefits
Our Client
Our client is a well-established and respected player in the insurance sector. Based in Dublin, they are known for delivering specialist financial services to public sector employees and are currently preparing for the upcoming EU Pay Transparency Directive.
Why should you apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile project within a reputable Irish insurance firm. The role focuses on the EU Pay Transparency Directive, offering the chance to take ownership of a critical compliance project. You’ll be joining an experienced HR team in a supportive and collaborative working environment, with hybrid flexibility and a manageable contract period of six months.
Who should apply?
This role is ideal for experienced Compensation & Benefits or Rewards professionals seeking a fixed-term opportunity with autonomy and purpose.
You should have:
* 5+ years’ experience in Compensation & Benefits, ideally within the Irish market
* Strong understanding of salary benchmarking, job evaluation, and data analysis
* Hands-on delivery capability – not a strategic role
* Ability to work independently and deliver against regulatory deadlines
Role and Reporting Lines
The role reports to the Head of HR and sits within the wider HR team. The successful candidate will:
* Lead on the organisation’s response to the EU Pay Transparency Directive
* Design and implement pay transparency reporting frameworks
* Conduct benchmarking, job architecture and role evaluation
* Collaborate with HR and business leaders to gather and validate pay data
* Draft reports, analysis, and communication for internal stakeholders
* Ensure legal compliance with upcoming EU legislative requirements
* Act as subject matter expert on compensation frameworks
* Support the HR team with related ad-hoc projects as needed
Interested in this position?
To apply please submit your CV to Emma Murphy who is managing this assignment via the link below.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Strategy/Planning, Administrative, and Analyst
* Industries: Insurance and Financial Services
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