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Posted Jun 4, 2026

Lead Compensation & Variable Pay Consultant (Remote)

Location: any country in Europe  Work model: full-remote & full-time, flexible within business hours   Employment type: Employment Contract     Who we are  At Effective People, we put people first. As a global leader in SAP SuccessFactors implementation, HR advisory, and workforce solutions, we help businesses boost performance, streamline payroll, and enhance employee experiences.   Over the past 18 years, our team of 250 consultants has successfully delivered more than 1,000 projects across 100+ countries worldwide. Recognized in the SAP Hall of Fame and awarded SAP Expert status, we have received 13 SAP Quality Awards and multiple Partner Excellence Awards.     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 clients   Participate in presales activities, including demos, trainings, and workshops for clients   Act as the lead consultant on implementation projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery   Provide ad-hoc technical support to clients (no on-call duties)   Support and mentor consultants within the Compensation and Variable Pay area  Serve 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 Pay  Practical experience with SuccessFactors Variable Pay is required  Minimum of 2 end-to-end implementations of SAP SuccessFactors Compensation as Lead Consultant  Minimum of 2 end-to-end implementations of SAP SuccessFactors Variable Pay as Lead Consultant  Broad technical knowledge and a strong willingness to learn  Strong communication and consulting skills, with fluent written and spoken English for both internal and external communication  Proven ability to identify requirements and translate them into effective solutions  Experience implementing other SAP SuccessFactors modules is considered an advantage  Flexible work schedule to collaborate with customers and colleagues across multiple time zones  Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with both colleagues and customers  Ability to independently manage tasks through to completion with minimal supervision  Ability to collaborate with clients, identify follow-on engagement opportunities, and demonstrate a strong drive to excel  Previous team management experience and interest in leading teams would be an advantage  Willingness to travel to customer sites when needed      What we offer  Benefits package tailored to each region where we have employees  Yearly bonus linked to company performance  Fully remote work environment  Home office setup reimbursement (desk and chair)  Work-life balance  Learning and development opportunities, including support for certifications in various professional areas  Exposure to international and well-known clients across the market  Opportunity to work alongside a senior team in one of the leading SAP SuccessFactors consultancies  Flat organizational structure that encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing