Compensation & Benefits Officer

Vacancy Notice 962

INTERPOL is the world’s largest international police organization, with 196 Member Countries. Created in 1923, it facilitates cross-border police co-operation, and supports and assists all organizations, authorities, and services whose mission is to prevent or combat international crime. 

INTERPOL strives to achieve a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. To achieve our Diversity goals, we encourage applications from women and nationals of under/unrepresented member countries who are passionate about our mission. INTERPOL’s recruitment process is merit-based hence all hiring decisions are made considering the applicant’s qualifications and the needs of the Organization.

Job Title: Compensation & Benefits Officer 
Reporting To: Head of Payroll, Compensation, and Benefits
Location: Lyon, France 
Type of contract: Fixed-term Contract 
Duration (in months): 36.00  
Grade: 5   
Number of posts: 1
Level of Security screening:  Basic
Deadline for application: 4 March 2025

Conditions applying for all candidates

Only professional experience for which candidates can provide official proof of employment will be considered. Candidates could be requested to provide copies of such official documents prior to interviews/test.

* Subsequent extension to this post will be subject to the terms of the Organization’s Staff Manual, to satisfactory performance and to availability of funds.

Tests/interviews in connection to this selection procedure will take place approximately 4 weeks after the deadline for applications. Applicants are kindly requested to plan their availability during this period accordingly, in case they are short-listed.

​Selected candidates will be expected to report for duty approximately two to three months after receiving an offer of employment at the latest.

This selection exercise may be used to generate a reserve list of suitable candidates that may be used to address Organization's similar staffing needs in the future.

POST DESCRIPTION
The Human Resources Management (HRM) Directorate is part of the Executive Directorate Resource Management (EDRM) and covers all HR functions. Under the direct supervision of the Head of Payroll, Compensation and Benefits, the incumbent provides support to design, coordinate, implement, communicate and administer compensation and benefit activities at INTERPOL. In addition, the incumbent provides analytical support to the payroll function by monitoring payroll related legislative changes in various duty stations and implements required changes to the payroll system and reporting to ensure compliance.
 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ACTIVITIES

DUTY 1 - Compensation & Benefits Review

• Provide analytical support in the development and review of compensation & benefits policies.
• Review appeals or complaints related to compensation & benefits and recommend viable solutions.
• Evaluate alternatives and estimate financial implications related to the implementation of new or revised compensation or benefits plans and entitlements.
• Provide advice and guidance to HR Specialists on the administration of entitlements and interpretation of applicable policies and procedures.

DUTY 2 - Benchmarking

• Conduct periodic salary and benefits market surveys to determine prevailing pay level and benefit practices. Analyze and benchmark INTERPOL’s market position to determine external competitiveness.
• Prepare reports with graphs and statistical analysis to illustrate the results.
• Draft conclusions and formulate recommendations for management to review.

DUTY 3 - Salary scales and allowances

• Provide support in preparing paperwork for approval of proposed adjustments to salary scales, allowance, and entitlements.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders/service providers to ensure the required information e.g., the cost of living adjustment data is obtained on a timely manner.
• Implement the annual adjustment of salary scales for all duty stations, updates of various allowances as well as special adjustments, in accordance with current compensation policies.
• Update and prepare official communications (e.g. staff instructions) to announce changes related to compensation.

DUTY 4 - Payroll Administration

• Act as a checker for some of the monthly payroll processes as requested by the supervisor.
• Provide support to the Payroll Officer in reviewing payroll reports for accuracy.

DUTY 5 - Other Duties

• Provide support to the Head of Compensation benefits & Payroll, as required.
• Perform any other duties as required by the hierarchy.

QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, AND SKILLS

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• A University degree (three to four years’ completed education at a University or higher education establishment), with at least a two-year duration in a relevant area (Human Resources, Public or Business Administration, etc.). A Master’s degree would be an asset.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• A minimum of three years’ professional experience in the areas of payroll control, management of compensation and benefits allowances, plans and entitlements.
• A minimum of ten years’ professional experience is required in the area of Human Resources Management, preferably payroll, if the candidate does not possess the required level of education.
• Experience in an International Organization or multinational organization would be an asset.
• Experience of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC) compensation package would be an asset.
• Experience of the French payroll management and system with good knowledge of French social security law and the functioning of French social institutions and bodies would be a strong asset

LANGUAGES 

• Fluency in both English and French is required.
• Knowledge of any other of the Organization’s official languages (Spanish or Arabic) will be considered an additional asset.

ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Proficiency with the MS Office (or similar) suite.
• Knowledge and experience of an ERP system (preferably SAP HCM).
• Be conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.
• Very good communication skills, including the ability to explain complex issues to persons of different backgrounds, cultures and perspectives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Skillful in identifying and responding to clients’ needs and establishing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Initiative and curiosity.
• Team spirit.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Diplomacy, discretion and tact.