(Sr.) HR Specialist Comp & Ben (80%, 90% or 100%)

DHL Express - a company that connects people!

What makes DHL great? Our People! We know each employee’s individual contributions make us the #1 Express Delivery and Logistics Company in the world.

Distinguished as No.1 World’s Best Workplace™ by Great Place to Work and Fortune Magazine DHL Express is committed to maintaining an environment that empowers every team member to make the greatest possible impact on our business. Our corporate culture is about personal commitment – to our business, to each other and to our global communities. DHL is dedicated to being a great place to work. Start YOUR career with DHL today!

We are looking for an experienced and passionate (Senior) HR Specialist Compensation & Benefits (80%, 90% or 100%) to join our HR team based in Diegem. In this role, you will play a key part in implementing and optimizing our reward and benefits programs, ensuring they remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with our business strategy.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Compensation & Benefits professional who enjoys combining strategic thinking, data-driven decision-making, and operational excellence while working in a dynamic international environment.

Your Impact?

As our Compensation & Benefits expert, you will be a trusted advisor to HR colleagues, managers, and employees, helping shape reward strategies that attract, retain, and motivate top talent.

You will:

• Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to provide expert advice on Compensation & Benefits matters.
• Support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of reward policies and programs that align with DHL's business objectives and people strategy.
• Ensure compensation and benefits practices are compliant with local legislation, internal policies, and market best practices.
• Monitor market trends, legislative developments, and benchmarking data to maintain a competitive rewards offering.
• Manage salary review cycles, bonus programs, CLA 90, warrants, mobility budgets, flexible benefits, insurance plans, and other reward initiatives.
• Analyze compensation surveys and prepare recommendations for salary offers, promotions, special assignments, and annual reward review processes.
• Deliver engaging information sessions and workshops for managers and employees on Compensation & Benefits topics.
• Develop meaningful insights and reporting to support data-driven reward decisions and business intelligence initiatives.
• Coordinate and oversee international mobility and expatriate programs in collaboration with external partners.
• Manage temporary workforce and internship administration processes.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert and Change Champion for HRIS systems, ensuring effective implementation, optimization, and user support.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the digitalization and modernization of HR processes.
• Provide backup support to the HR Business Partner team and contribute to broader HR projects when needed.

What You'll Bring? 

We're looking for someone who combines strong Compensation & Benefits expertise with business acumen, analytical skills, and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications & Experience 

• Master's degree or equivalent through experience.
• Relevant qualification in HR, Compensation & Benefits, Legal, or Business Administration.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Compensation & Benefits or Rewards.
• Strong expertise in Belgian Compensation & Benefits legislation and practices.
• Good understanding of broader HR processes and policies.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Fluent in English and proficient in at least one other national language (Dutch or French).
• Experience working in a complex, international, and matrix-driven environment.

Personal Strengths 

• Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to build trusted relationships across all organizational levels.
• Commercially aware and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on compliance and quality.
• Excellent problem-solving and process improvement skills.
• Ability to work independently while effectively managing multiple priorities.
• Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable navigating change.
• Cross-cultural awareness and ability to collaborate in an international environment.

Why Join DHL? 

At DHL, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a global organization recognized as one of the world's leading employers. You'll work alongside passionate colleagues, contribute to meaningful projects, and help shape reward programs that support our people and business growth.

In return, we offer:

• A challenging and impactful role with significant ownership.
• Opportunities to work on local and international HR initiatives.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• A rewarding package for a rewarding career ( with a competitive salary package complemented by an individual bonus, representation allowance, and your choice of a mobility budget or company car. You'll also benefit from meal vouchers, a flexible cafeteria plan and comprehensive insurance coverage).

Ready to help shape the future of rewards at DHL? We'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your application along with your CV.

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Liesbeth Van Criekingen - Lead HR Business Partner