HR Total Rewards Expert- Equity / Stock-Based Compensation - SAP
Newtown Square, PA
About the Job
We help the world run better
At SAP, we enable you to bring out your best. Our company culture is focused on collaboration and a shared passion to help the world run better. How? We focus every day on building the foundation for tomorrow and creating a workplace that embraces differences, values flexibility, and is aligned to our purpose-driven and future-focused work. We offer a highly collaborative, caring team environment with a strong focus on learning and development, recognition for your individual contributions, and a variety of benefit options for you to choose from.
YOUR FUTURE ROLE
As the Total Rewards Expert specializing in Share-Based Compensation, you will be responsible for the design and development of global equity programs and lead / support global projects around equity strategy topics which align with our strategic goals. You will conduct in-depth market research, analyze trends, and develop frameworks that allow us to attract, motivate, and retain employees while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational feasibility. Your role will be critical in creating share-based reward systems that are competitive, fair, and aligned with employee and business objectives. You will support M&A and PMI activities, by partnering closely with M&A HR to evaluate equity practices of target companies and determine the future equity approach.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Conduct thorough market research and benchmarking to ensure our Share-Based Compensation strategies are competitive within the technology sector in Germany and internationally.
+ Build and maintain a strong network within the equity compensation community to stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes.
+ Develop, design, and implement comprehensive Stock-Based Compensation frameworks.
+ Analyse and leverages internal and external market intelligence in the context of equity and translates into equity strategies and designs aligned to SAP business strategy
+ Partner with Finance, Legal, and Equity Compliance to ensure all Share-Based Compensation programs comply with local and international regulations, tax laws, and best practices.
+ Analyze trends in equity compensation to recommend and implement new and innovative approaches.
+ Serve as subject matter expert for Share-Based Compensation, advising HR leadership on strategic compensation initiatives and presenting data-driven insights to support decision-making.
+ Prepare and present periodic reports and analytics on the effectiveness of Share-Based Compensation plans and their alignment with organizational goals.
+ Provide support in Mergers & Acquisitions and Post Merger Integration on equity-related topics
+ Lead / support cross-functional equity design projects in a global environment
+ Develop, simulate and plan the SBC following the guidance of the SAP SE executive board.
YOUR PROFILE
+ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
+ 5-10 years of experience in Total Rewards, Compensation & Benefits, or a related field, with a strong focus on Share-Based Compensation.
+ Very good knowledge of all aspects of equity compensation in a global environment
+ High familiarity with general Total Rewards concepts (compensation approaches, analysis of market intelligence, …)
+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and market trends.
+ Ability to think strategically and to put things into a broader context, at the same time pragmatic and execution-orientated working style with a can-do attitude
+ Proven ability to successfully lead and deliver multiple projects and priorities working in complex structures and across functions and cultures
+ Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
+ Fluent in English; proficiency in German is preferred.
If you are a seasoned Total Rewards professional with in-depth experience and passion for equity-based compensation, we invite you to apply and help us drive our compensation strategy forward.
Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.
SAP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Compensation Range Transparency : SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is 142,500 - 327,100 USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits (https://www.sapnorthamericabenefits.com/en/public/welcome) .
Requisition ID: 417408 | Work Area:Human Resources | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
At SAP, we enable you to bring out your best. Our company culture is focused on collaboration and a shared passion to help the world run better. How? We focus every day on building the foundation for tomorrow and creating a workplace that embraces differences, values flexibility, and is aligned to our purpose-driven and future-focused work. We offer a highly collaborative, caring team environment with a strong focus on learning and development, recognition for your individual contributions, and a variety of benefit options for you to choose from.
YOUR FUTURE ROLE
As the Total Rewards Expert specializing in Share-Based Compensation, you will be responsible for the design and development of global equity programs and lead / support global projects around equity strategy topics which align with our strategic goals. You will conduct in-depth market research, analyze trends, and develop frameworks that allow us to attract, motivate, and retain employees while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational feasibility. Your role will be critical in creating share-based reward systems that are competitive, fair, and aligned with employee and business objectives. You will support M&A and PMI activities, by partnering closely with M&A HR to evaluate equity practices of target companies and determine the future equity approach.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Conduct thorough market research and benchmarking to ensure our Share-Based Compensation strategies are competitive within the technology sector in Germany and internationally.
+ Build and maintain a strong network within the equity compensation community to stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes.
+ Develop, design, and implement comprehensive Stock-Based Compensation frameworks.
+ Analyse and leverages internal and external market intelligence in the context of equity and translates into equity strategies and designs aligned to SAP business strategy
+ Partner with Finance, Legal, and Equity Compliance to ensure all Share-Based Compensation programs comply with local and international regulations, tax laws, and best practices.
+ Analyze trends in equity compensation to recommend and implement new and innovative approaches.
+ Serve as subject matter expert for Share-Based Compensation, advising HR leadership on strategic compensation initiatives and presenting data-driven insights to support decision-making.
+ Prepare and present periodic reports and analytics on the effectiveness of Share-Based Compensation plans and their alignment with organizational goals.
+ Provide support in Mergers & Acquisitions and Post Merger Integration on equity-related topics
+ Lead / support cross-functional equity design projects in a global environment
+ Develop, simulate and plan the SBC following the guidance of the SAP SE executive board.
YOUR PROFILE
+ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
+ 5-10 years of experience in Total Rewards, Compensation & Benefits, or a related field, with a strong focus on Share-Based Compensation.
+ Very good knowledge of all aspects of equity compensation in a global environment
+ High familiarity with general Total Rewards concepts (compensation approaches, analysis of market intelligence, …)
+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and market trends.
+ Ability to think strategically and to put things into a broader context, at the same time pragmatic and execution-orientated working style with a can-do attitude
+ Proven ability to successfully lead and deliver multiple projects and priorities working in complex structures and across functions and cultures
+ Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
+ Fluent in English; proficiency in German is preferred.
If you are a seasoned Total Rewards professional with in-depth experience and passion for equity-based compensation, we invite you to apply and help us drive our compensation strategy forward.
Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.
SAP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provide accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Compensation Range Transparency : SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is 142,500 - 327,100 USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits (https://www.sapnorthamericabenefits.com/en/public/welcome) .
Requisition ID: 417408 | Work Area:Human Resources | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
Source : SAP