" Ella ” means ‘come’ in Greek. A heartfelt invitation to explore, connect, and feel inspired. At Ella Resorts, we open our doors to a world where every moment becomes a cherished memory. We reimagine the art of resort living for the modern lifestyle traveler. Those who seek not just a destination, but a meaningful journey. Our curated collection of beachfront retreats, set across some of the Mediterranean’s most iconic shores, invites you to embrace adventure, unwind in style, and discover the true essence of summer living.
In order to support our rapid growth we are seeking to hire a Group Compensation & Benefits Manager.
The Group Compensation & Benefits Manager will be responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and managing the Group’s Comp & Ben sub-function that forms a critical factor in building a strong EBP for Ella Resorts in order to attract, retain, and develop a high-performing workforce while ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Designs the Group’s total reward strategy and supervises the participation, analysis and recommendations for salary/benefits surveys ensuring well positioning of the company pay schemes to retain and attract required talents in market
Proposes and implements the annual merit and bonus performance related matrix recommendation to top management
Analyses current rewards programs to ensure alignment with business strategy, market competitiveness and cost-effectiveness optimizing the Ella Resorts’ ability to attract top talent
Designs and oversees the design and administration of compensation programs including base pay, short and long term incentives and merit, recognition programs and various benefits policies and allowances ensuring market competitive advantage aiming to attract and retain best talents
Supervises operational compensation transactions such approving job offers, promotions and salary adjustment increases
Manages EVP segmentations while designing the best fit propositions for each segment
Prepares, manages and reviews the Total Rewards budget as well as the payroll budgets of all subsidiaries of the Group
Builds functional expertise and shares knowledge in the area of Compensation & Benefits
Constructs and compiles KPIs relevant to Total Rewards, in order to ensure consistent and accurate reporting of compensation and benefits trends and evolving metrics. Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Builds productive partnerships internally within the Group, to ensure trust and confidence, and externally with third party agencies, HR consulting firms and HR software vendors, to keep abreast of new developments and facilitate good practice exchange
Becomes the trustworthy internal partner to the CHRO in designing, planning and implementing other HR Projects as per the organization's needs
Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of experience in compensation and benefits management, preferably in the hospitality industry
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration with an HR focus or Economics
Master’s degree in a relevant field will be considered a plus
Proven knowledge of compensation and benefits principles, practices, and legal requirements
Excellent knowledge of end-to-end payroll implementation and Greek labor law
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven recommendations
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
Proficient in HRIS and compensation management systems. Knowledge of PYLON software is preferred.
Proven work experience in reward area in a multinational company (preferably in Hotel environment) or Consulting Firm with access to cutting edge Rewards know-how
Ability to align HR initiatives with the organization's strategic goals…