Compensation and Benefits Analyst

Join the EPO as a Compensation and Benefits Analyst

Principal Directorate (PD) Welfare and Remuneration shapes the EPO's employment package and policies, ensuring they are competitive, sustainable and financially sound. It provides data-driven insights, manages remuneration and pensions, oversees expatriation matters and co-ordinates with national authorities and external service providers. Other responsibilities include representing the EPO in key governance and social dialogue forums. The PD comprises three directorates: Directorate Compensation and Benefits, Directorate Prospects and Studies and Directorate Pensions and Remuneration Services.

Directorate Compensation and Benefits manages the EPO's remuneration and social security systems, including the healthcare, long-term care and death insurance schemes. It oversees salary adjustments, collaborates with international and national bodies on data and statistics, and regularly conducts studies to ensure pay competitiveness. The directorate also handles budget planning for rewards and maintains internal tax tables.

We are now looking for a talented, highly motivated individual to join us as Compensation and Benefits Analyst. In this role, you will co-ordinate projects and activities, manage reports and surveys and optimise data workflows, as well as extract, analyse and present HR statistics.

With us you will:

• oversee the administration of the salary savings plan, social security systems and monitor compliance with service level agreements
• provide analytical and technical support in the design, implementation, and evaluation of compensation and benefits policies and programmes
• co-ordinate and manage projects and activities with internal business partners for the HR digitalisation and simplification programme
• support the management and co-ordination of reports, analyses and surveys produced by the directorate
• collect data from various sources to support analysis and conclusions
• prepare, analyse and transform data for effective reporting and communication to senior management
• analyse data from various EPO programmes and HR projects
• manage data exchange between internal and external parties
• create financial and liability simulations and projections
• participate in and conduct benchmarking with relevant peers

Apply if you have:

• professional experience in employment package management in an international organisation or multinational company
• analytical expertise in interpreting complex HR and remuneration data
• proven experience in financial/liability modelling, including simulations and projections
• advanced proficiency in MS Office; experience with SAP applications is an advantage
• the ability to deliver clear, concise and insightful reports for senior management
• hands-on experience conducting remuneration surveys and external benchmarking studies
• strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to transform data into actionable insights for senior stakeholders
• exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• a proactive approach to identifying issues and delivering data-driven solutions
• the ability to embrace and promote change in a dynamic environment
• expertise in managing multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment
• the ability to sustain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive employee and remuneration data
• proven expertise in teaming up and networking with a large variety of stakeholders (senior management, other departments including HR and finance, staff representatives, external consultants, auditors, international organisations, etc.) as well as subject-matter experts to deliver collaborative, solution-oriented and successful outcomes on complex issues
• proven experience in project/programme management

Our minimum requirements for this post

• Diploma of completed studies at master's level or – in exceptional cases – equivalent professional experience
• Generally, an excellent knowledge (at least C1) of one official language (English, French and German) and ability to understand the other two; alternatively, excellent knowledge (at least C1) of at least one official language (in such cases, the willingness to learn the missing language(s) and to reach level B2 within a set time frame would be required)
• Citizenship of one of the member states of the European Patent Organisation

Key information

Duration of appointment: Five years, with the possibility of extension

Career path: Technical

Application deadline: 25 July 2025

Interviews planned for: Week commencing on 18 August 2025

* after deduction of EPO-internal tax and before deduction of staff contributions to the social security and pension schemes.

We welcome all applications for vacant positions. We consider each on its professional merits – regardless of your nationality, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, parental responsibilities, age, religion or belief.

Why join us?
✓ Be part of the EPO's transformation and enable innovation ✓ Work with inspiring people from a variety of cultures ✓ Develop yourself and take on an intellectual challenge

What's in it for you?
✓ A competitive salary ✓ Family-friendly benefits ✓ A good work-life balance ✓ Generous flexibility options ✓ Relocation benefits and various allowances ✓ Contributory medical insurance and pension schemes ✓ 30 days' leave per year ✓ Free gym access ✓ Social activities and clubs

Who we are
We are the patent office for Europe. We are proud to deliver high-quality patents and efficient services that foster innovation, competitiveness and economic growth.

Our vision
We will empower and motivate our staff to set worldwide standards in intellectual property. Our Office will be effective and transparent, respond to the needs of our users and be agile in managing the changing demands and conditions of a dynamic global patent system. Our work will contribute to a safer, smarter and more sustainable world.

Our values
All our relationships within our Office and with partners around the world will prosper through trust, fairness, mutual respect, adaptability, collaboration and a commitment to excellence.

Our work environment
We believe that diversity is fundamental to our success. Our inclusive work environment respects, values and celebrates our individual differences. We want you to be yourself at work. Join us on this exciting journey to a more digital, collaborative and sustainable organisation.

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