Group Compensation Manager (General) | Plarium vacancy | company.plarium.com

This role is based in Playamp, the ecosystem Plarium is part of. Playamp brings together six international mobile and PC game studios: Plarium, InnoGames, Snowprint, Hutch, Ninja Kiwi, and Futureplay. Playamp's shared teams cover marketing, data and analytics, applied AI, player services, and direct-to-consumer monetization. Together, they support over 60 games, including Plarium's.

We are looking for a Group Compensation Manager to play a key role in shaping and operationalising our compensation frameworks across the group. This role supports both the listed holding-company and two business units, with a specific focus on the newly established ‘Midcore District’. The position reports into the Global Head of People Analytics & Insights and will also work closely with the group Chief People Officer, Finance, Legal, and P&C leaders across our studios and within the central services team.

You will combine strong technical compensation expertise with a pragmatic, stakeholder-oriented mindset, and you’re equally comfortable designing frameworks, running annual cycles, and translating complex data into clear recommendations.

This role is structured as a Strategic Individual Contributor.

Responsibilities

Compensation frameworks & Governance

• Design and evolve group-wide compensation frameworks, including job architecture, salary structures, and STI/LTI programs (including equity)

• Align global consistency with local studio and market realities, ensuring frameworks remain competitive and pragmatic

• Lead M&A remuneration assessments, from due diligence to post-acquisition integration

Market Intelligence & Benchmarking

• Drive a structured benchmarking approach, selecting peer groups and surveys to maintain a competitive edge across international talent markets

• Monitor global reward trends and regulatory developments, translating insights into actionable strategies

Annual Cycles & Expert Advisory

• Own core compensation processes, specifically annual salary and bonus reviews, ensuring seamless execution for HRBPs and managers

• Provide expert guidance organisational changes (growth, restructuring, integration) with sound compensation advice and data

Compliance & Remuneration Committee support

• Drive Pay Transparency initiatives, including the implementation of the EU Directive, pay gap analysis, and statutory reporting

• Support the Remuneration Committee by preparing high-quality Board-level presentations, scenario modelling, and executive reward narratives

• Govern LTI plans in close collaboration with Finance, Legal, and external executive compensation advisors

• Partner with People Analytics to ensure data integrity and consistent reporting on KPIs and pay positioning

What we expect

• At least 5 years in compensation / total rewards in an international or multi-entity environment

• Solid knowledge of compensation principles and practices, including:

  • Job architecture and levelling

  • Base pay and salary structures

  • Short- and long-term incentives (STI & LTI)

  • Salary benchmarking and market surveys

  • Equity or share-based programs

• Demonstrated experience building, improving, and operating total rewards frameworks in multiple countries.

• Strong analytical capability and technical proficiency with data, including advanced Excel/spreadsheets and compensation systems

• Confidence in translating complex data into clear insights and recommendations for P&C, leaders, and senior stakeholders

• Experience working in a fast-moving, creative, or tech-driven industry (e.g. gaming, digital, technology, media), with an appreciation that talent markets and reward practices evolve quickly

• Comfort operating across the full spectrum of the role: from hands-on administration to strategic design and Board-level work in a small, high-impact team

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to build trusted relationships with portfolio and business leaders, and clearly explain both the “what” and the “why”

• Fluency in English, both written and oral

What we offer

• Officially registered full-time employment

• Paid leave of 20 or 26 days depending upon work experience

• Medical insurance and paid leave if you or your child are sick

• Opportunity for counseling with psychologists

• Individual development plan and regular feedback

• Professional seminars, workshops, courses, and internal training programs

• Educational English courses

• Sports membership at 4500+ facilities across Poland with the MultiSport Plus Card

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What's next?

Send us your CV

1 1 Found your perfect job? Send us an up-to-date CV and, if applicable, a link to your portfolio. We typically respond within 5 working days.

Assessment Test

2 2 We may ask you to complete a test so we can assess your suitability for the role. After careful examination, we’ll send you feedback.

Technical Interview

3 3 We’ll get together on Google Meet or Zoom, which will be your opportunity to share details about your work experience, talk about the tasks and the team, and ask any questions.

Meeting with HR

4 4 Our HR representatives will ask about your career expectations, preferred working format, and your approach to teamwork. Here, you’ll also learn about professional development opportunities and company benefits.

Job Offer

5 5 If you’re successful at the interview, we’ll make you a formal job offer. If you accept, we’ll help you with any required legal documentation, prepare for your first day, and ensure you’ve got the necessary equipment.

Welcome to the Team!

6 6 We work remotely and in offices in Ukraine and Poland. You will meet your team online and start the onboarding process.