VP Compensation & Benefits

The VP Compensation & Benefits (Total Rewards) - Americas reports into the SVP Global Rewards and as part of the global team will provide strategic direction and thought leadership in the development, design, operation, communication and administration of a progressive comprehensive global compensation, benefits and recognition strategy that aligns with business and drives employee success. This is a critical role carrying a high level of responsibility, influence, visibility, supporting senior stakeholders in a matrixed environment with a focus regionally on the Americas and multiple business lines globally supporting employees across the Aristocrat businesses.

What You'll Do

• As a member of the Global Reward Leadership Team, contribute to developing, building, enhancing, and implementing global Total Rewards solutions including compensation and incentive, sales commission plans and equity programs in line with the Aristocrat business strategy and the broader corporate reward strategy at Group level.
• Lead the Benefits function in the US and Americas including overall accountability for our self-insured medical plans covering circa 3,500 employees and our 401K plans.
• Manage the delivery of compensation programs, recommendations and solutions covering specific areas of Compensation, including performance management, salary planning, market analysis, job design, variable pay planning, vendor relationship management, or other services.
• Identifying areas of long-term strategic development within Compensation specific to the Gaming environment, with a particular focus on sales commission plans, Studio incentive plans and D&D compensation programs that drives improved business performance.
• Providing interpretation and counsel to Executive Management regarding Group Compensation & Benefits policies, programs, and practices.
• Researching issues and applying best practice, develop Compensation & Benefits solutions to resolve strategic business issues as part of the Global Reward leadership team.
• Developing and/or updating and implementing new Compensation & Benefits policies, practices, and programs to meet market specific, organisational, and Gaming market specific needs.
• Manage any third-party relationships relevant to compensation and benefits programs specific to the three businesses or as part of the Global Reward team.
• Establish credibility and collaboration with People & Culture leaders to understand business needs, contribute to developing fit for purpose solutions and supporting the People & Culture function and working closely with tax, finance, and legal partners.   

What We're Looking For

• Experience working in best-in-class HR organisations with exposure to US, LATAM and other Global markets in a total rewards context including all elements of compensation and benefits.
• Strong business partnering capability and stakeholder management, navigation, and negotiation between divergent priorities.
• Management, leadership, team building, consulting, negotiation, and facilitation skills.
• Exceptional analytical skills and project management experience.
• Expert knowledge of Compensation & Benefits theory and best practices with exposure to all forms of incentive and equity plans, international mobility, and M&A due diligence
• Strategic business knowledge and understanding of technology and/or Gaming operations.
• Strong communication skills with high emotional intelligence, that builds relationships, trust and collaborates with all stakeholders.
• Knowledge of current compensation, benefits and employment legislation in US, LATAM and other global locations.
• Exceptional level of financial analysis, compensation modelling, reporting and data interpretation.
• Experience working with WorkDay or other ERP HR systems and Compensation Review systems.
• Experience working within a global company, across multiple jurisdictions/markets, within a matrix and centre of excellence structure.

Internal Contacts

• Global People & Culture and Business Leaders for Gaming, Pixel United and Anaxi. 
• SVP Global Head of Reward & Other Directors – Global Reward Team & broader P&C Teams.
• People & Culture teams.
• Finance, Legal and Tax teams.

External Contacts

• Benefits brokers and benefits vendors
• External consultants, tax, and legal advisers as relevant

Typical Experience

• Degree qualified with experience at a senior level in Compensation & Benefits in a global or multi-jurisdictional context and preferable experience in Gaming, Digital, Media or related organisations.  
• Consulting/account management experience desirable.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. We offer a range of flexible working options through all.flex, our flexible hybrid work model and invite you to have a conversation with us about flexible working. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

The US based roles may require registration with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

Travel Expectations

Up to 25%

Pay Range

$266,117-$494,218

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Our goal is to pay a market competitive salary focusing near the median of our pay ranges. However, final offers for all positions will be based on several factors such as experience level, education, skills, work location, and internal pay equity.