Posted on 
Aug 27, 2025

Principal, Global Executive Compensation

Berlin
Delivery Hero
Delivery Hero
Delivery Hero
Public
5001+
Consumer Services

We build the world's largest on-demand delivery platform. We are an international community of entrepreneurs at heart who are passionate problem solvers.

We enable ambitious talent to deliver solutions that create impact within our ecosystem. We move fast, take action and adapt. This comes with a growth opportunity across the most exciting corners of the world. No matter where you're from or what you believe in, we build, we deliver, we lead.

We are Delivery Hero.

Job Description

Company Description

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As the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience, fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide, powered by tech, designed by people. As one of Europe’s largest tech platforms, headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index. We enable creative minds to deliver solutions that create impact within our ecosystem. We move fast, take action and adapt. No matter where you're from or what you believe in, we build, we deliver, we lead. We are Delivery Hero.

Job Description

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We are looking for a Principal, Global Executive Compensation to join the Total Rewards team on our journey to always deliver amazing experiences.

You will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and managing executive compensation programs, (VP and above), within Delivery Hero’s Berlin HQ and 9 major Brands, (efood, Foodora/Yemek, Foodpanda, Glovo, Hungerstation, Peya, Talabat, Woowa).

If you're a creative problem solver hungry for a new adventure, an international workplace is waiting for you in the heart of Berlin!

  • Program Design: Design executive compensation programs, including base salary, bonuses, equity awards, and other benefits, ensuring they attract and retain top talent while incentivizing performance and aligning with shareholder interests.
  • Market Analysis: Conduct comprehensive market analysis and benchmarking studies to ensure the competitiveness and fairness of executive compensation packages.
  • RemCo & Policy Development: Develop and maintain executive compensation RemCo, policies and guidelines that promote transparency, equity, and governance best practices.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with senior leadership, board of directors, compensation committees, and external consultants to communicate and gain alignment on executive compensation strategies and decisions.
  • Executive Communication: Communicate compensation-related information to executives, providing clarity on compensation structures, performance expectations, and opportunities for growth and development.
  • Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics and financial modeling techniques to analyze compensation trends, forecast future costs, and optimize executive pay practices.

Qualifications

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  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., Certified Compensation Professional) would be a plus.
  • Experience in executive compensation (including program design, implementation, and administration) within a fast paced scale up  environment would be preferred.
  • Knowledge of executive compensation principles, practices, and trends, as well as familiarity with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, conduct market analysis, and make data-driven recommendations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with executives, board members, and external stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to align compensation programs with organizational objectives and shareholder interests.

Additional Information

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Ensuring you and all our Heroes are looked after, happy, and healthy is always on the menu. Because if you’re in good shape, then we’re in good shape.

  • Make the most of our hybrid working model and join the team for face-to-face connection and collaboration in our beautiful Berlin campus 2 days a week
  • We offer 27 days holiday with an extra day on 2nd and 3rd year of service
  • We will support you in developing yourself and your career growth opportunities: 1.000 € Educational Budget, Language Courses, Parental Support and access to the Udemy Business platform to explore a variety of online courses.
  • Get moving and release those wonderful, mind-boosting endorphins: Health Checkups, Meditation, Gym & Bicycle Subsidy
  • Cash. Dough. Cheddar. Whatever you call it, we’ll help you with it: Employee Share Purchase Plan, Sabbatical Bank,  Public Transportation Ticket Discount, Life & Accident Insurance, Corporate Pension Plan
  • The power of getting together over some food is unrivaled. Here are a few ways to help you do that. All the yum: Digital Meal Vouchers, Food Vouchers, Corporate Discounts. Courses.

Ready to join our team? If you’re excited to grow, collaborate and be part of the world’s leading delivery platform, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

We believe diversity and inclusion are key to creating not only an exciting product, but also an amazing customer and employee experience. Fostering this starts with hiring - therefore we do not discriminate on the basis of racial identities, religious beliefs, color, national origin, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, age, marital or disability statuses, or any other aspect that makes you, you. We encourage you to let us know if you need any accommodations or specific accessibility support to ensure a smooth interview experience—just include it in your application. You're welcome to share your pronouns (he/she/they) right from the start so we can address you respectfully from our first contact.

Company Description

As the world’s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience, fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide, powered by tech, designed by people. As one of Europe’s largest tech platforms, headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index. We enable creative minds to deliver solutions that create impact within our ecosystem. We move fast, take action and adapt. No matter where you're from or what you believe in, we build, we deliver, we lead. We are Delivery Hero.

Job Description

We are looking for a Principal, Global Executive Compensation to join the Total Rewards team on our journey to always deliver amazing experiences.

You will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and managing executive compensation programs, (VP and above), within Delivery Hero’s Berlin HQ and 9 major Brands, (efood, Foodora/Yemek, Foodpanda, Glovo, Hungerstation, Peya, Talabat, Woowa).

If you're a creative problem solver hungry for a new adventure, an international workplace is waiting for you in the heart of Berlin!

  • Program Design: Design executive compensation programs, including base salary, bonuses, equity awards, and other benefits, ensuring they attract and retain top talent while incentivizing performance and aligning with shareholder interests.
  • Market Analysis: Conduct comprehensive market analysis and benchmarking studies to ensure the competitiveness and fairness of executive compensation packages.
  • RemCo & Policy Development: Develop and maintain executive compensation RemCo, policies and guidelines that promote transparency, equity, and governance best practices.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with senior leadership, board of directors, compensation committees, and external consultants to communicate and gain alignment on executive compensation strategies and decisions.
  • Executive Communication: Communicate compensation-related information to executives, providing clarity on compensation structures, performance expectations, and opportunities for growth and development.
  • Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics and financial modeling techniques to analyze compensation trends, forecast future costs, and optimize executive pay practices.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., Certified Compensation Professional) would be a plus.
  • Experience in executive compensation (including program design, implementation, and administration) within a fast paced scale up  environment would be preferred. 
  • Knowledge of executive compensation principles, practices, and trends, as well as familiarity with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, conduct market analysis, and make data-driven recommendations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with executives, board members, and external stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to align compensation programs with organizational objectives and shareholder interests.

Additional Information

Ensuring you and all our Heroes are looked after, happy, and healthy is always on the menu. Because if you’re in good shape, then we’re in good shape.

  • Make the most of our hybrid working model and join the team for face-to-face connection and collaboration in our beautiful Berlin campus 2 days a week
  • We offer 27 days holiday with an extra day on 2nd and 3rd year of service
  • We will support you in developing yourself and your career growth opportunities: 1.000 € Educational Budget, Language Courses, Parental Support and access to the Udemy Business platform to explore a variety of online courses.
  • Get moving and release those wonderful, mind-boosting endorphins: Health Checkups, Meditation, Gym & Bicycle Subsidy
  • Cash. Dough. Cheddar. Whatever you call it, we’ll help you with it: Employee Share Purchase Plan, Sabbatical Bank,  Public Transportation Ticket Discount, Life & Accident Insurance, Corporate Pension Plan
  • The power of getting together over some food is unrivaled. Here are a few ways to help you do that. All the yum: Digital Meal Vouchers, Food Vouchers, Corporate Discounts. Courses.

Ready to join our team? If you’re excited to grow, collaborate and be part of the world’s leading delivery platform, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

We believe diversity and inclusion are key to creating not only an exciting product, but also an amazing customer and employee experience. Fostering this starts with hiring - therefore we do not discriminate on the basis of racial identities, religious beliefs, color, national origin, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, age, marital or disability statuses, or any other aspect that makes you, you. We encourage you to let us know if you need any accommodations or specific accessibility support to ensure a smooth interview experience—just include it in your application. You're welcome to share your pronouns (he/she/they) right from the start so we can address you respectfully from our first contact.

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