Lead Compensation & Variable Pay Consultant (Remote)

Location: any country in EuropeWork model: full-remote & full-time, flexible within business hoursEmployment type: Employment Contract Who we are Effective People is a leading global provider of SAP SuccessFactors, HR advisory, and workforce management solutions. We help organizations drive better business outcomes, improve HR effectiveness, streamline payroll processes, and create great employee experiences. Our 250 consultants cover all major industries, providing continued operational support and maintenance for 150+ companies. About the role We are looking for an experienced Lead Compensation & Variable Pay Consultant to join our team. In this role, you will lead Compensation and Variable Pay implementation projects for international clients while also taking ownership of delivery, stakeholder management, and mentoring within the team.You will act as a trusted advisor to clients on compensation and incentive programs, support business development activities, and contribute to strengthening our Total Rewards practice and community. Key responsibilities Lead the end-to-end implementation of Compensation and Variable Pay solutions for a variety of clientsParticipate in presales activities, including demos, trainings, and workshops for clientsAct as the lead consultant on implementation projects, ensuring timely and high-quality deliveryProvide ad-hoc technical support to clients (no on-call duties)Support and mentor consultants within the Compensation and Variable Pay areaServe as a senior professional in variable pay and contribute to public knowledge sharing within a Total Rewards community Key qualifications Certified in SAP SuccessFactors Compensation and Variable PayPractical experience with SuccessFactors Variable Pay is requiredMinimum of 2 end-to-end implementations of SAP SuccessFactors Compensation as Lead ConsultantMinimum of 2 end-to-end implementations of SAP SuccessFactors Variable Pay as Lead ConsultantBroad technical knowledge and a strong willingness to learnStrong communication and consulting skills, with fluent written and spoken English for both internal and external communicationProven ability to identify requirements and translate them into effective solutionsExperience implementing other SAP SuccessFactors modules is considered an advantageFlexible work schedule to collaborate with customers and colleagues across multiple time zonesStrong interpersonal skills to work effectively with both colleagues and customersAbility to independently manage tasks through to completion with minimal supervisionAbility to collaborate with clients, identify follow-on engagement opportunities, and demonstrate a strong drive to excelPrevious team management experience and interest in leading teams would be an advantageWillingness to travel to customer sites when needed What we offer Benefits package tailored to each region where we have employeesYearly bonus linked to company performanceFully remote work environmentHome office setup reimbursement (desk and chair)Work-life balanceLearning and development opportunities, including support for certifications in various professional areasExposure to international and well-known clients across the marketOpportunity to work alongside a senior team in one of the leading SAP SuccessFactors consultanciesFlat organizational structure that encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing