ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, GLOBAL REWARDS at Almirall · Barcelona

POSITION SUMMARY / MISSION

The Global Total Rewards Associate Director designs and leads the global strategy for compensation, benefits, and total rewards. Reporting to the Executive Director of Talent & Culture Strategy, the role ensures alignment with business and People & Culture goals, while positioning the company as a top employer in the pharmaceutical industry. By driving innovation and competitiveness in rewards, this role helps attract and retain top talent and supports the delivery of our ambitious goals through a culture of equity, performance, and well-being.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and lead the global total rewards strategy, including compensation philosophy, benefits design, and recognition programs.

• Partner with executive leadership and P&C teams in the affiliates to ensure alignment with business objectives and local market practices.

• Lead global benchmarking and market intelligence efforts to ensure competitive positioning.

• Design and govern global frameworks for base pay, variable pay, equity programs, and executive compensation.

• Oversee global benefits strategy, including health & wellness, retirement, and other employee-centric programs.

• Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and internal governance standards.

• Provide strategic guidance in case of M&A due diligence and integration from a rewards perspective.

• Serve as a thought leader and advisor to senior leadership on all matters related to rewards and benefits.

• Monitor emerging market practices and competitive trends, connecting them with Almirall’s ambition and integrating opportunities enabled by digitalization and AI

• Represent Almirall externally as a thought leader in Total Rewards, participating in relevant forums and networks.

EXPERIENCE

• 12+ years of experience in global compensation and benefits, with at least 5 years in a strategic leadership role.

• Proven experience in designing and implementing global rewards strategies.

• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and communication skills.

• Experience working in a multinational environment with diverse cultural and regulatory landscapes.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field. Master’s or relevant certifications preferred.

• Prior experience within a Market Company setting is highly desirable.

PREFERRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and articulate a long-term vision for global rewards aligned with business goals.

• Global Mindset: Experience working across multiple geographies and cultures, with sensitivity to local practices and regulations.

• Influencing & Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to engage, influence, and collaborate with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

• Advanced skills in data analysis, financial modeling, and interpreting market trends to inform strategy.

• Ability to challenge the status quo and introduce forward-thinking reward solutions.

• Clear and compelling communicator, able to translate complex concepts into actionable insights.

• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and ability to ensure global compliance.

• Proven ability to lead through influence and drive strategic initiatives across a matrixed organization.

Why work with Almirall?

We are a people-centric company where employees are at their best, patients and customer are at the heart of every decision, and our focus and agility allow us to deliver greater impact for all.

Additionally, for the 17th year in a row, we have been certified as Top Employer Spain, and also Top Employer Germany for the first time.

This strengthens our commitment to create a unique work environment that helps our employees to develop their skills to fullest and grow both professionally and as individuals.

We are delighted to have a great team that is proactive, innovative, and eager to transform the world of people with skin conditions.

We are proud of each one of our employees, their development, and growth: they are the success of the company.

Our purpose

"Transform the patients' world by helping them realize their hopes & dreams for a healthy life".

Our values

• Care: we listen & empathize, we value diverse perspectives & backgrounds and we help each other succeed.
• Courage: we challenge the status quo, we take full ownership and we learn from our success & failures.
• Innovation: we put the patient and customer at the center, we create novel solutions and we empower entrepreneurial mindsets.
• Simplicity: we act decisively and avoid over-analysis, we understand why before we act and we are agile & keep things simple.

At Almirall, it’s all about people!

#wearealmirall