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Boeing is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Manager to lead International Compensation Programmes across all countries outside of the United States. This role is responsible for the governance, compliance oversight, market competitiveness, and operational execution of compensation practices globally.
The position plays a critical role in ensuring international compensation programs align with enterprise strategy while meeting complex local regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong global compensation expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a highly matrixed, global organisation.
Position Responsibilities:
Global Compensation Governance
- Oversee compensation practices across all international markets, ensuring alignment with enterprise philosophy and local requirements.
- Establish clear governance processes and documentation standards to ensure consistency, transparency, and appropriate controls.
- Partner with Legal, Finance, Payroll, and regional HR teams to mitigate compensation-related risk.
Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
- Monitor and address compliance requirements across countries, including pay transparency regulations, statutory pay practices, and local labor considerations.
- Identify and remediate compliance gaps in partnership with HRGs and Total Rewards partners.
- Develop practical guidance and playbooks to support regional HR teams in managing complex local pay requirements.
Compensation Strategy & Market Competitiveness
- Provide strategic input into enterprise compensation programs as they impact international markets.
- Lead market benchmarking efforts outside the U.S. to ensure competitive and cost-effective pay positioning.
- Conduct compensation analysis to inform annual planning, incentive design, and pay decisions.
- Support global pay equity efforts and reporting requirements where applicable.
Data & Analytics
- Leverage available tools and data to inform compensation decisions and market positioning.
- Partner with People Analytics and HR Technology to improve reporting capabilities and data integrity.
- Translate compensation data into clear insights for senior leaders.
Communication & Change Management
- Oversee review of compensation communications for international markets to ensure clarity, cultural alignment, and compliance.
- Support implementation of enterprise compensation programs outside the U.S., including testing and rollout coordination.
- Partner with regional TR Partners and HR teams to drive understanding of compensation programs.
Job Architecture & Organizational Alignment
- Contribute to global job architecture initiatives to ensure alignment between job structure, leveling, and compensation design.
- Help drive consistency across regions while recognisng local market realities.
Leadership & Stakeholder Partnership
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior HR leaders and regional business partners.
- Influence cross-functional stakeholders in a complex, global environment.
- Lead and develop international compensation talent as appropriate.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
- 8+ years of progressive experience in global compensation, with strong expertise outside the U.S.
- Strong knowledge of international pay practices, regulatory requirements, and benchmarking methodologies.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
- Master's degree preferred.
- Experience in a large, complex, multinational organization.
- Strong analytical capability and ability to translate data into practical recommendations.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to operate effectively across cultures and time zones.
- Demonstrated leadership presence and sound decision-making capability.
Work Authorisation:
This requisition is for a locally hired position in Germany. Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in Germany. Boeing will not attempt to obtain Immigration and labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll. This position does not have relocation approval.
Conflict of Interest
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 21, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This is not an Export Control position.
Relocation
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
Not a Shift Worker (Germany)
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
Skills Required
- 8+ years of progressive experience in global compensation, with strong expertise outside the United States
- Strong knowledge of international pay practices, regulatory requirements, and benchmarking methodologies
- Current legal authorization to work immediately in Germany
- Master's degree
- Experience in a large, complex, multinational organization
- Strong analytical capability and ability to translate data into practical recommendations
- Excellent communication skills and ability to operate effectively across cultures and time zones
- Demonstrated leadership presence and sound decision-making capability
Boeing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) program is described as highly competitive, with immediate eligibility for many roles and a student‑loan match feature that counts qualified payments toward the company match. Plan documents and recent amendments signal active maintenance and reliability of the program.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision options are complemented by specialty offerings like AccessHope cancer support, Hinge Health for musculoskeletal care, and on‑demand virtual primary care for those enrolled in Boeing plans. Mental health access via Spring Health includes no‑cost counseling and coaching sessions with first‑day eligibility for many benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at full pay, adoption assistance, surrogacy support, and backup child and elder care underscore a robust family‑oriented design. Policies indicate many benefits start quickly after hire, improving practical access for new parents.
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