Head of Global Rewards and Mobility Centre of Excellence

Build a world-class Total Rewards function as LEO Pharma prepares for IPO and be part of the HR Leadership team.

Join us in creating a future legacy in medical dermatology

At LEO Pharma, we are global leaders in medical dermatology. We have 115 years’ experience in bringing innovation to healthcare. And we are eager to do much more. Each year, close to 100 million people have a better day because of our medicines. This role lets you own the global rewards agenda end-to-end, partner directly with our CHRO and Remuneration Committee, and shape the infrastructure that will carry LEO Pharma through an IPO and beyond. 

In the Global People we share a “challenge accepted” mindset and are guided by our winning behaviours of simplification, collaboration, and accountability, to achieve our goals.

Your role

In this role you will lead the strategy, design and governance of global compensation and benefits, build a scalable job architecture, oversee global mobility, and act as partner to the CHRO and RemCo on executive compensation.

Rewards strategy & execution 

• Maintain a global total rewards strategy (base, STI/LTI, equity, benefits) aligned to business goals and a public company context. 
• Ensure market competitiveness, internal equity and regulatory compliance. 
• Set clear global guidelines and governance for consistent, fair pay decisions.

Job architecture & career framework 

• Design and govern a global job architecture (levelling, grading, titling) with Talent & Leadership CoE and HRBPs.

Executive compensation & governance 

• Serve as primary HR lead on all RemCo matters, advising the CHRO and owning executive pay recommendations. 
• Prepare benchmarking, incentive designs, pay-for-performance analyses and governance updates. 
• Align executive pay with shareholder interests and governance standards.

IPO & business transformation readiness

• Drive total rewards readiness for IPO and investor scrutiny. 
• Build scalable policies, processes and equity programs; prepare CD&A-style and board/investor materials.

Regulatory compliance & transparency 

• Own compliance for reward-related regulations (e.g., EU Pay Transparency Directive, local pay equity, SEC filings, IFRS/IAS 19, Say-on-Pay). 
• Partner with Legal, Finance and external advisors to manage risk and strengthen governance.

Global mobility 

• Oversee policies and programs for expatriates, assignments and cross-border work, ensuring tax, immigration and labour compliance and cost efficiency.

What the role offers:

• Sit on the Global People Leadership Team. 
• Board-facing scope with direct RemCo and CHRO partnership. 
• End-to-end ownership of compensation architecture and equity design. 
• The chance to build modern, scalable infrastructure from the ground up. 
• Global impact across regions and close collaboration with Legal and Finance. 
• A platform to advance pay equity, transparency and ethical governance. 
• A mission-driven context improving patient outcomes in dermatology. 
• Culture of simplicity, collaboration, accountability and data-driven decisions. 

This role is based at our Head Office in Ballerup, Denmark

Your qualifications

To succeed in this role, we imagine that you have the following qualifications and expereince:

• 10+ years’ progressive experience in rewards/total rewards; pharma/biotech/life sciences preferred. 
• Deep expertise in executive compensation, LTI and global rewards in pre-IPO and public settings. 
• Proven success designing and implementing global job architecture/levelling. 
• Experience preparing materials for RemCo/Boards. 
• Bachelor’s in HR, Business, Finance or related (advanced degree a plus). 
• Fluent in English. 

LEO Pharma is built on collaboration, innovation and curiosity. Is this you? You pair strategic, hands‑on execution with judgment and integrity; you’re data‑driven, communicate crisply to executives, thrive in ambiguity and pace, and lead inclusively.
 

Your new team

You will lead the Global Rewards & Mobility Centre of Excellence within our Global People & Corporate Affairs function, partnering closely with the CHRO. You will lead a team of highly experienced Rewards and Mobility professionals and work in close collaboration with HRBPs, the Talent & Leadership CoE, Finance, Legal and regional leaders. The team operates with high standards and a commitment to delivering pragmatic, scalable solutions at pace. 

Your application

You do not need to upload a cover letter, but feel free to add a few sentences in your resume or CV on why this position has your interest. Please refrain from adding a photo to your CV. 

Beyond the skin

Join LEO Pharma, a global leader in medical dermatology, as we go beyond the skin to make a lasting impact.  Our innovative approach sets us apart. We are dedicated to leaving a legacy that positively impacts patients, colleagues, and our planet. 
 
At LEO Pharma, we believe in the power of individuals to drive change. Our flat organizational structure empowers you to make a visible impact and offers versatile roles for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, recognizing that our different perspectives, backgrounds, and attitudes enable us to make the best decisions. Join our passionate team at LEO Pharma and be yourself as we work together to make a difference.  

For certain positions, LEO Pharma might complete a background check conducted by a third party. 

Join us and make an impact in, on and far beyond the skin. Apply now!