Are you a Compensation & Benefits Officer who is eager to learn and willing to develop your HR knowledge in an evolving work environment? 

The Human Resources department supports the organization being a global marine contractor for the offshore industry. Specifically, to ensure we have the right people in the right place at the right time. Operational excellence (onshore and offshore) is driving the HR department to further develop into the role of a proactive partner in business. Providing a seamless alignment to the mission and vision of the organization that meets the demands of each individual department. 
 
The Compensation and Benefits team is currently looking for a Compensation & Benefits Officer. The team consist of a Lead C&B and a Senior Specialist C&B.

What you will be working on

• Execute the (global) annual salary review and variable pay process; 

• Execute all international expat assignments and the process; 

• Prepare data and proposals with regards to negotiations with Works Council and Unions; 

• Work together with the team on handling demands from daily business, support/provide data, reporting etc.; 

• Interpretation of changes in requirements and or regulations; 

• Maintaining and developing competitive and clear worldwide HR policies incl. related calculations; 

• The execution of expat policy and the coordination of efficient expat assignment processes; 

• Assist HR with competitive compensation & benefit packages; 

• Yearly salary benchmarks, annual salary adjustments (worldwide), job evaluation rounds, expat handling, handling demands from daily business, and so on. 

This position requires a team player with a hands on mentality, combining knowledge with a pragmatic attitude. Working in a continuous evolving environment is something you enjoy and you subscribe to the motto “Our people are our greatest asset”. 

Here's why people love working with us

• Working on innovative and challenging projects worldwide;
• Strong compensation & benefits, including an annual bonus plan tied to company performance; bonus basis = your annual gross salary + 13th month + 8% holiday allowance;
• Future-proof pension: gross scheme covering base + 13th month + holiday allowance, with no mandatory contribution up to €70,719.48.30 days off to recharge, with the option to buy 10 extra days;
• Free access to our in-house gym, including fitness classes;
• Activities to connect with colleagues (e.g., our Friday-afternoon get-together);
• A modern and easily accessible office in Leiden. 

Furthermore, you have

• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant work experience in Compensation & Benefits; 

• Higher Vocational / Bachelor degree, preferable, HR, Labor or Fiscal law or business administration; 

• General knowledge of (international) payroll; 

• Excellent communication skills, fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken; 

• An independent work approach combined with operational excellence; 

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office/Excel. 

• Excellent secondary labor conditions, such as a bonus payment, a first-class pension scheme and various insurance plans; 

• Holiday; 30 working days; 

• Ample opportunities for personal and professional development; 

• Free use of Heerema's in-house fitness facility; 

• Opportunities to develop your initiatives within a team; 

• An informal working environment with international colleagues; 

• A centrally located office with a good accessibility and parking. 

Here is what it takes to be a real Heerema colleague 

• Learning mindset, which means being open to feedback, curious, and eager to learn; 

• Personal leadership which means you are an entrepreneur at heart, have the mindset of a founder and take control of your own work and development. 

We are looking forward to hearing from you. We are interested in your CV, but we mainly want to find out more about your ambitions, your personality, and what is your motivation to succeed. So be sure to include a brief cover letter explaining why you are the perfect fit for this position. 

So hit the button, apply, and make the impossible possible with Heerema. We’d love to meet you! 

The application process 

The application process will consist of an online assessment, two interviews and contract negotiations. At the end of the process, we will cordially welcome you aboard.