Business Manager, People Compliance

About the opportunity

We are seeking a skilled compliance expert to drive our People team compliance to the next level. 

You will be responsible for all People team compliance aspects including a focus on Rewards related governance and compliance. You will work closely with the relevant teams including the Rewards Team, Group Compliance Team, Finance and the Group Internal Audit Team. You will support the development of compliance knowledge across the People team. Part of the tasks of this role will be to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant regulations including the Institutsvergütungsverordnung (IVV), Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Banking Act (Kreditwesengesetz, KWG). The role will advise on design decisions on the  implementation of  compensation programs, support our People Leadership team in building compliant People products and ensure compliance  with governance requirements including the preparation of Remuneration Committee meetings. You will report to the Director of Labour Relations and Employment Law.

This role requires a good understanding of all compliance relevant areas for a People team in a financial institution, but also a desire to familiarize with new topics and to advance them.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Governance and Compliance: IVV, KWG, CSRD compliance, maintain regulatory standards, implement and check policies and local Collective Bargaining agreements, train the People team, monitor and implement relevant changes in law and relevant regulations, conduct regular audits to ensure compliance and cooperate with the Internal Audit Team
• Remuneration Compliance: support our People Leadership Team in preparation for Remuneration Committees, advise the Rewards function in the development and maintenance of incentive plans, equity plans, and other reward mechanisms incl. executive compensation programs, prepare mandatory disclosures and reporting and material risk takers identification

What you need to be successful:

Background: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, Finance, or a related field or law state examina.  A master’s degree or relevant certification (e.g., CCP, GRP) is preferred.
• Proven experience in executive compensation, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
• In-depth knowledge of German regulatory frameworks, particularly IVV, KWG and CSRD.
• Ability to work effectively with senior management and external stakeholders.

Skills: 

• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and accounting principles.
• Experience in conducting market research and compensation benchmarking.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What’s in it for you:

• Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europe’s most talked about disruptors 🚀.
• Employee benefits that range from a competitive personal development budget, work from home budget, discounts to fitness & wellness memberships, language apps and public transportation. 
• As an N26 employee you will have access to a Premium subscription on your personal N26 bank account. As well as subscriptions for friends and family members. 
• Vacation days vary depending on your location of work. Additional day of annual leave for each year of service.
• A high degree of autonomy and access to cutting edge technologies - all while working with a friendly team of peers of diverse nationalities, life experiences and family statuses. 
• A relocation package with visa support for those who need it.

Who we are

N26 has reimagined banking for today’s digital world. Technology and design empower everything we do and it’s how we are building the global banking platform the world loves to use.

We've eliminated physical branches, paperwork, and hidden fees for an elegant digital experience and supreme savings. Giving people the power to live and bank their way is what gets us out of bed in the morning and inspires the work that we do. 

We are headquartered in Berlin with offices in multiple cities across Europe, including Vienna and Barcelona, and a 1,500-strong team of more than 80 nationalities.

Equal Opportunities:

We recognize that our strength lies in our people and the varied perspectives they bring to our workforce. We strive to build talented and diverse teams to drive our business success and empower our people to reach their full potential.

We genuinely welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, neurodiversities, and ages. We're committed to creating an inclusive workspace where everyone feels valued and respected, free from harassment and discrimination. If there's anything you need to make the application process work for you, please let us know. 

Visit our website to learn more about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at N26.