Total Rewards Specialist EMEA

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

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About the Role

The Total Rewards Specialist is responsible for administration, governance and implementation of compensation and benefits programs for the International Business Unit (EMEA).This role partners closely with HR Business Partners, business leaders and Finance, to ensure rewards programs are competitive, aligned with business objectives, compliant with local regulations, and support the attraction, retention, and engagement of talent across diverse markets.

The role is a key member of the Global Total Rewards team and a trusted advisor to the regional HRLT.

Key Responsibilities

Compensation

• Handle compensation programs across the International Business Unit including annual merit planning, market adjustments, and promotions.
• Partner with HR and business leaders on job evaluations, pay recommendations, organizational design changes, and talent-related compensation decisions.
• Support annual compensation review processes, including budget development, modeling, communication, and system administration.
• Ensure compensation programs support pay equity and comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Benefits

• Ensure compliance with country‑specific benefit regulations and reporting requirements.

Global Total Rewards Partnership

• Collaborate with Global Total Rewards leadership to implement company‑wide compensation and benefits initiatives.
• Provide subject matter expertise on regional market practices, regulatory considerations, and emerging Total Rewards trends.
• Support the harmonization and standardization of reward programs where appropriate while maintaining local relevance.

Compliance & Governance

• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements across multiple countries and jurisdictions.
• Ensure accurate documentation of program design, approvals, and decision‑making processes.

Analytics & Reporting

• Support compensation and benefits reporting, dashboards, and analytics for HR and business leadership.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with HR Business Partners and business leaders across multiple regions.
• Provide consultation and guidance on compensation and benefits matters.
• Lead communications and change management efforts related to reward program implementation and enhancements.

Qualifications

Education

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.

Experience

• 8+ years of progressive Compensation and Benefits or Total Rewards experience.
• Experience supporting multiple countries across EMEA
• Strong knowledge of compensation and benefit practices
• Experience managing annual compensation review processes.
• Experience working in a multinational, matrixed organization preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of global compensation and benefits principles and regional market practices.
• Knowledge of compensation, and benefits regulations.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and influencing skills with the ability to partner with all levels across the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, global environment.
• High level of discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.

Reporting Relationship: Vice President, Global Total Rewards