Senior Compensation and Benefits Specialist

About Group functions

Group functions in DNV are experts on finance and accounting, human resources, communication and sustainability, legal, tax and compliance - providing company-wide support, governance and strategic projects. Group also includes our strategic Research and Development unit, which provides science-based insights and foresight to tackle transformations and challenges across the industries we serve.

Join a global company with a purpose!

At DNV, we are committed to safeguarding life, property, and the environment. As a Compensation and Benefits Specialist in our Group People Processes team, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining competitive, and sustainable compensation practices across our global organization.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a truly international environment, supporting diverse business areas and collaborating with colleagues across continents. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team that continuously evolves our people processes to meet the changing needs of our workforce and business.

Your Role and Responsibilities

The role will primarily focus on compensation, while also contributing to and supporting work and projects related to benefits. As a Compensation and Benefits Specialist, you will:

• Support the development and governance of global compensation and benefits frameworks aligned with DNV's strategy and valued
• Contribute to the annual compensation cycle, including salary reviews and incentive schemes
• Prepare materials and analyses for the Compensation Committee, supporting executive remuneration processes
• Play a key role in the administration and monitoring of employee profit-sharing programs and other incentive schemes
• Conduct market analyses and benchmarking to ensure competitiveness and equity in compensation
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure consistent application of global practices
• Participate in cross-functional projects related to compensation and benefits

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Kristine Njærheim, Head of Group People Processes at: .

• A global role with exposure to diverse business areas and international colleagues
• Opportunities for professional growth through learning, collaboration, and innovation
• A strong company culture focused on sustainability, integrity, and continuous improvement
• Flexible working arrangements and a focus on work-life balance
• Competitive total compensation package, including 6 weeks of annual vacation
• A chance to contribute to ESG-related initiatives and stay updated on emerging trends

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

We are looking for someone who is curious, analytical, and motivated to make an impact. You bring a mix of technical expertise and interpersonal skills, and you thrive in a collaborative, international setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 4 years' experience in the Compensation & Benefits area, including proven track record with incentive schemes and calculations
• Experience with compensation management, especially managing workforce compensation processes and developing incentive schemes in large organizations
• Familiarity with incentive schemes and salary benchmarking (e.g. Korn Ferry, Mercer)
• Experience with executive compensation or governance-related processes is an advantage

Skills

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools
• Positive, curious and proactive attitude toward problem-solving
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• High ethical standards and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills in English; Norwegian is an advantage

We review applications on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply if you are interested in this role and consider it a valuable opportunity for your career.

Along with your CV, please submit your application and a brief motivational letter.

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.