Compensation Specialist

We simplify wealth creation. Founded in 2014 in Vienna, Austria by Eric Demuth, Paul Klanschek and Christian Trummer, we're here to help people trust themselves enough to build their financial freedom — for now and the future. Our user-friendly, trade-everything platform empowers both first-time investors and seasoned experts to invest in the cryptocurrencies, crypto indices, stocks*, precious metals and commodities* they want — with any sized budget, 24/7. Our global team works across different cultures and time zones, bringing our products to more than 6 million customers, making us one of Europe's safest and most secure platforms that powers modern investing.

Headquartered in Austria but operating across Europe, our products are built by fast-moving, talented, "roll-up-your-sleeves-and-make-it-happen" kind of people. It's these diverse perspectives and innovative minds operating as ONE TEAM that keep Bitpanda at the cutting edge of our industry. So if you're someone who thinks big, moves fast and wants to make an impact right from day one, then get ready to join our industry-changing team. Let's go

We are looking for a Compensation Specialist to help us create a world-class rewards experience. As part of Bitpanda's Total Rewards team, you will support in shaping and delivering our rewards philosophy and strategy. You will work closely with the business leaders, talent acquisition and HR people partners teams to be a trusted advisor on compensation-related matters, to drive competitiveness and fair pay practices.

We are in the midst of growth and the journey has just started. Come join us on this journey and create something impactful

• Partner with HR People Partners and Finance to drive the annual pay review process, ensuring alignment with Bitpanda's pay-for-impact and fair pay philosophy.
• Own and maintain global compensation structures, salary ranges, job catalogues, and benchmarking to ensure market competitiveness.
• Lead the design, implementation, and administration of equity-based compensation schemes (e.g. Stock Option Plans) aligned with business growth and strategic goals.
• Shape and optimise sales incentive programs and communication strategies to promote transparency and reward understanding across the business.
• Develop analytics and dashboards to monitor internal pay equity, gather real-time market intelligence, and prepare for the European Pay Transparency Directive.

• 4+ years of experience in global compensation within a technology company or fast-paced international environment.
• Strong analytical mindset with expertise in data analysis, research, cost modeling, and advanced Excel.
• Thrives in ambiguity and under pressure, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Collaborative and solution-oriented team player with quick comprehension and reliable, independent working style.
• Excellent communicator with strong presentation skills and experience creating proposals, training materials, and reward communications in English.

• Hybrid-working model with 25-Work From Anywhere days*
• Competitive total compensation package including participation in our stock option plan
• Market-leading benefits programs shaped  by our Time & Flexibility policies*
• Company-wide and team events — both in-person and virtually
• Bitpanda swag to keep you living the brand.
• Comprehensive onsite onboarding program at our Vienna HQ.

And, above all, the opportunity to learn and grow as part of Bitpanda's incredible journey towards being Europe's future #1 investment platform.

Bitpanda is committed to fostering a fair and equal environment based on trust and mutual respect. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is paramount to our success and we are committed to building a team that represents a wide variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

* These benefits may be adjusted at Bitpanda's discretion and do not apply to our internships and exceptions to our Hybrid Working policy apply to teams with shift schedules or for folks whose roles require them to be in-office (think: Workplaces team or IT).