Rewards and Recognition Manager, EMEA

Join Valmet’S People And Culture Organization As Manager / Senior Manager, Rewards And Recognition – Emea Region

We are looking for a seasoned Rewards and Recognition professional to join Valmet’s global team as Manager / Senior Manager, Rewards and Recognition for the EMEA region. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking, sustainability-driven organization with a strong international footprint.

Key Responsibilities

As the regional Rewards and Recognition Manager, you will represent the EMEA region and play a pivotal role in shaping our global R&R strategy and policies. You will be responsible for the effective implementation of Valmet’s global Rewards and Recognition, Global Mobility, Compensation and Benefits, Performance Management, and Incentive frameworks across your countries of responsibility within the EMEA region.

Your Main Tasks Will Include:

• Co-designing, implementing, and managing compensation and benefits structures and programs that align with business needs and comply with local regulations.
• Contributing to the development of global Rewards & Recognition (R&R) practices by sharing regional insights, challenges, benchmark data, and best practices.
• Rolling out Valmet’s global R&R guidelines, tools, and initiatives in close collaboration with the People and Culture organization and business leaders in the region.
• Acting as the regional lead for job evaluation, pay structure development, salary reviews, incentive plans, and local benefits.
• Supporting integration efforts related to compensation and benefits following mergers, acquisitions, or market expansions.
• Providing guidance and training to HR teams in the region on R&R processes and policies.
• Communicating R&R policies clearly and effectively to ensure understanding and consistency.
• Collaborating with the People and Culture team to co-create strategic initiatives that support the business and enhance employee experience.
• Operating with a hands-on, pragmatic approach in a multinational environment, ensuring both strategic alignment and operational excellence.
• Leveraging a strong technical background in Rewards and Recognition to drive initiatives independently and with confidence.

The preferred location for this role is one of Valmet’s offices in the EMEA region.

What We’re Looking For

• A relevant academic background, such as a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field. Postgraduate qualifications are a plus.
• Around 10 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in a Rewards and Recognition / Compensation & Benefits role covering multiple countries within the EMEA region.
• Deep expertise in R&R and C&B practices across various functions, including manufacturing.
• A proactive, results-driven mindset, with the ability to perform under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken, with strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Willingness to travel within the region up to 30% of the time (possibly more at the beginning of the assignment).
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across cultures and teams.
• Solid IT skills, especially in MS Excel; experience with HR systems is an advantage.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive compensation package and a role that supports your professional growth. At Valmet, you’ll be part of a global team of experts, with opportunities to develop and make a real impact.

Application Deadline: October 16, 2025

Next Steps

• Your profile will be reviewed during October.
• If shortlisted, you will be invited to a preliminary online video interview.
• This will be followed by an initial interview with the hiring manager and a two-step in-depth assessment.
• Finalists will be invited for a concluding interview.
• Additional Information
• For further details about the role, you can contact the hiring manager, Eeva Lapila, Vice President, Rewards and Recognition – People, Communications and Culture, at eeva.lapila@valmet.com 
• She will be available to answer questions during the following time slots:
• Tuesday, 7th of October from 15:00 to 17:00 EET
• Thursday, 9th of October from 15:00 to 17:00 EET
• Tuesday, 14th of October from 12:00 to 14:00 EET

When Everything Works Together
Valmet is where top talent from diverse backgrounds comes together. With over 19,000 professionals worldwide, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. We also serve a broader range of process industries with our automation systems and flow control solutions. Our commitment to advancing our customers’ performance relies on creativity, technological innovation, service expertise—and above all, teamwork.
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