Head of Reward - International
Pubblicato il 13-09-2026 - Middlemore in Pavia
pHead of Reward – International /ppSouthern Europe | Italy, Spain, Portugal or France strongly preferred /ppPermanent /pp€120,000 - €150,000 + Premio + Equity /ppbr/ppMiddlemore have been retained to support a highly acquisitive, international financial services organisation in the appointment of a commercially focused Head of Reward for their International regions (Europe and APAC) /ppbr/ppPositioned as the successor to the Global Head of Reward, this leadership role will lead Reward activity across a growing international portfolio, with Europe representing the primary strategic focus. The successful candidate will partner closely with senior business leaders to ensure reward strategy, incentive structures and broader compensation frameworks align with commercial growth objectives and support continued growth which is primarily driven by acquisition. /ppbr/ppThis is not a traditional technical reward role centred solely around governance and process. Whilst strong reward expertise is essential, the organisation is seeking an individual with the commercial credibility, and communication skills to influence senior stakeholders operating in highly incentivised, revenue-generating environments. /ppbr/ppbKey responsibilities will include: /b /pulliLeading cyclical reward activity across international markets /liliDesigning and evolving variable pay and incentive frameworks /liliSupporting MA activity from a Reward perspective,
including due diligence and post-acquisition alignment /liliAdvising on senior hire offers and bespoke incentive arrangements /liliSupporting reward transformation and harmonisation activity across multiple jurisdictions /liliBuilding trusted relationships with senior business, HR and Finance stakeholders internationally /li /ulpbr/ppbThe successful candidate will need to bring: /b /pulliExperience of leading reward in an acquisitive, high-growth and/ or Private Equity-backed organisations /liliStrong commercial acumen and stakeholder management capability /liliExposure to complex international reward environments with deep experience across Europe /liliExperience supporting incentive-heavy or sales-led populations /liliThe confidence and credibility to challenge and influence senior stakeholders constructively /liliEnglish language fluency is mandatory, but additional European language capabilities would be highly advantageous /liliFinancial Services experience would be advantageous but is not essential. /li /ulpbr/ppThis role offers genuine long-term growth potential for an ambitious reward leader seeking broader international exposure within a commercially dynamic environment. Location is flexible across Southern Europe, with preference for candidates based in Italy, Spain, Portugal, France or Germany. The role will operate largely remotely with periodic international travel. /ppbr/ppIf this is something of interest then please apply or reach out directly to /p