Global Head of Total Rewards

Trustly, Inc.; City of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial technology leader is seeking a Global Head of Total Rewards to design and oversee compensation and benefits programs. This role requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in HR and a global mindset. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years in HR, specifically in total rewards, and be familiar with the FinTech sector. This full-time position offers various benefits and a dynamic work environment in London.

Benefits

20 to 30 days of holiday

Monthly team outing allowance

Parental leave top‑up

On-site perks

Health allowance for well-being support

Qualifications

• 10+ years of People/HR experience with at least 5 years in global total rewards.
• Experience in fast‑paced environments across multiple regions.
• Total Rewards experience in the FinTech sector preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategy and execution of global compensation and benefits programs.
• Design innovative compensation programs ensuring compliance.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to align rewards with business needs.

Skills

People/HR experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Employee-centric programs

Detail-oriented

Job description

Global Head of Total Rewards at Trustly

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At Trustly, we’re building a smarter, faster, and more secure financial future by revolutionizing the world of payments. As a global leader in Open Banking Payments, we are establishing Pay by Bank as the new standard at checkout, providing unparalleled freedom, speed, and ease to millions of consumers and merchants worldwide.

Our ambition: to build the world’s most disruptive payment network and redefine what the payment experience should feel like.

Trustly is a global team of innovators, collaborators, and doers. If you are driven by a strong sense of purpose and thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and high‑growth environment, join us and be part of a team that’s transforming the way the world pays.

About the role

The Global Head of Total Rewards is responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing compensation, benefits, recognition, mobility, and equity programs that attract, motivate, and retain top talent worldwide. This leader will develop a cohesive global rewards strategy that aligns with our business objectives, supports our culture, ensures competitiveness in all markets, and complies with legal and regulatory requirements.

This is a critical leadership role that requires strategic thinking about complex global compensation and benefits topics while demonstrating a hands‑on, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves attitude. As Trustly works on globalization, you’ll be instrumental in developing innovative and impactful rewards philosophies and programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent around the world.

What you’ll do

• Drive the strategy, design, and execution of our global compensation, equity, and benefits programs, building a scalable framework that balances business goals with local market dynamics, regulations, and culture.
• Design and implement innovative global compensation and equity programs, including sales and executive compensation, championing fairness and pay equity and ensuring compliance with all international practices and policies.
• Lead the development and maintenance of a comprehensive global job leveling and career architecture framework to ensure consistency and equity for every employee across all regions.
• Build upon our current benefit programs—health, wellness, and retirement—to provide competitive and locally relevant offerings for our employees worldwide.
• Collaborate across the organization—with regional People teams, hiring managers, and leaders—to align rewards programs with business needs and local market requirements.
• Monitor external trends and competitive landscapes to proactively adjust our rewards programs, establishing key metrics to understand the effectiveness of our strategy and influence future design.
• Develop and execute strategies to help every employee understand the value of all compensation and benefit programs globally, fostering a culture of trust and transparency.

Who you are

• 10+ years of People/HR experience, with at least 5 years dedicated to building and leading a global total rewards function, proven track record in fast‑paced environments, specifically in the US, Canada, Europe, and Brazil.
• Experience with mergers or acquisitions, combining global total rewards programs, a plus.
• Ability to build employee‑centric rewards programs while balancing global business goals with local financial and legal boundaries.
• Deep analytical skills and capability to use complex data to influence decision‑making at all levels.
• Belief in transparency as an empowerment tool, willing to dive into details to help your team succeed.
• Global mindset and outstanding communication skills; detail‑oriented, self‑starter who thrives in dynamic settings, able to lead and execute multiple projects concurrently with little direction.
• Total Rewards experience in the FinTech sector strongly preferred, with private and public company experience being a plus.

Benefits (varies by location)

• 20 to 30 days of holiday.
• Monthly team outing allowance.
• Parental leave top‑up.
• On‑site perks.
• Well‑being support: health allowance covering gym memberships, massages, and more.
• Additional benefits designed to enhance your work‑life experience.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Human Resources

Location: London, England, United Kingdom

If your skills and experience align with this role, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and submit your CV in English.

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