Compensation & Benefits Manager

Join the best bank to work for in Bulgaria*

Who we are:

Do you want to join a well-established bank with a start-up culture? No, we’re not joking!

We, at tbi, have been one the most profitable banks for years and we are growing at a fast pace. We’re a bank with a long history of success that operates as a start-up and we’re always on the lookout for new opportunities to grow our business. How do we do that?

It's all about our people. Our team is made up of brave, passionate and caring people who don’t just want to follow the same path – we want to transform into mobile-first, state-of-the-art lifestyle ecosystem. Our colleagues love working here – 80% of them would recommend tbi as an employer to their friends and family. Our people are engaged in challenging and meaningful work, inspired to grow their potential and career, encouraged to learn and empowered to take decisions. That’s not corporate babble, it’s what our people say.

Do you want to play a key role in our unique success story?

If so, we're looking for a Compensation & Benefits Manager to join our team on our journey to success!

As our Compensation & Benefits Manager, you’ll lead our regional Total Rewards function, shaping pay and benefits strategy while also rolling up your sleeves to handle operational processes. This is a rare opportunity to work at both strategic and operational levels, with real ownership from day one. This role reports to the Global Chief People Officer.

What You’ll do:

• Lead the regional Total Rewards function, from strategy to execution.

• Implement pay structures, salary bands, incentive plans, and benefits programs aligned with global standards and local market realities.

• Provide data-driven insights to guide leadership on pay competitiveness, retention risks, and reward trends.

• Oversee day-to-day operational processes for smooth execution.

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cost modeling for compensation and benefits.

• Prepare dashboards and reports to inform decision-making.

• Benchmark compensation and benefits against market data.

• Maintain C&B policies, job evaluation frameworks, and governance standards.

• Ensure compliance with labor and tax regulations across all markets.

• Partner with HR and legal for smooth program implementation.

• Have direct exposure to executive leadership and influence reward strategy across all our markets.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• University degree in Finance, Economics, HR, Business Administration, or related field.

• 5+ years in Compensation & Benefits / Total Rewards, ideally in a multinational environment.

• Proven experience building or transforming C&B frameworks.

• Strong analytical and financial skills (budgeting, forecasting, modeling).

• Solid knowledge of job evaluation methodologies

• Ability to think strategically and execute hands-on, bridging strategy and operations.

• Advanced Excel and reporting skills.

• Banking or financial services experience is an advantage.

• Knowledge of local labor laws and regulations is a plus.

• Strong problem-solving skills, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.

• Excellent communication skills, high integrity, sound judgment, and strong ethical standards.

• Fluency in English.

What we offer:

• Seize the opportunity to grow your career

• Engage in exciting and meaningful work

• Get recognition for your work and attitude

• Become part of a large, friendly and supportive team with 16+ nationalities

• Get additional private health insurance

• Receive special prices for multisport card and multiple retailers

• Obtain preferential prices for our banking products

• Enjoy a great location in Sofia’s city centre near National Palace of Culture and South Park

• Bring your furry bestie: Let's make work pawsome

Visit our Career Page to learn more about what makes us different.

If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, we'd love to hear from you!

To apply for this position, please send us your CV in English.

We'd love to get back to everyone, but due to the number of applications we receive, we can only contact the shortlisted candidates.

*We are ranked the top bank and top 3 employer to work for in Bulgaria according to WhereWeWork 2025 employer rankings.

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