Senior Compensation & Benefits Specialist (m/f/d)

European Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (ESMC) GmbH is the joint venture between TSMC, Bosch, Infineon and NXP. For the first time, global technology leader TSMC is building a semiconductor fab in the heart of Europe, offering cutting-edge manufacturing technologies for next-generation semiconductor products. ESMC represents a shared commitment to strengthening the European semiconductor ecosystem.

For our future fab in Dresden, we are looking for a highly motivated and committed:

Senior Compensation & Benefits Specialist (m/f/d)

You will play a key role in translating global compensation frameworks into practical solutions for the German organization. Working closely with our global headquarters in Taiwan, you will help establish transparent, data-driven compensation processes while ensuring compliance with local market practices and business requirements.

This position combines Compensation & Benefits expertise, HR Controlling, data analytics and project management. It is ideal for someone who enjoys working with complex data, building structured processes and partnering with international stakeholders in a fast-growing organization.

1. Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of global compensation processes for the German organization.
2. Conduct salary benchmarking, market analysis and compensation analytics to support business decisions.
3. Manage job evaluations and grading processes using internationally recognized methodologies.
4. Support annual compensation processes, including merit reviews, salary planning and bonus cycles.
5. Develop meaningful reports and dashboards to provide data-driven insights for HR and business leaders.
6. Partner with HR Business Partners, managers and global stakeholders on compensation-related topics.
7. Support the implementation and optimization of compensation processes and digital HR solutions.
8. Contribute to international Compensation & Benefits projects in close collaboration with our headquarters.

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Economics or a related field.
2. Several years of professional experience in Compensation & Benefits within an international corporate environment.
3. Solid experience in salary benchmarking, job evaluation and compensation analysis.
4. Strong analytical mindset with a genuine passion for working with numbers and large data sets.
5. Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and experience working with Macros.
6. Experience in HR Controlling combined with Compensation & Benefits is highly valued.
7. Project management experience and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
8. Strong stakeholder management skills and confidence working in an international matrix organization.
9. Excellent German and English communication skills.

Location: Dresden, Germany.

Please apply with English resume.

Each journey starts with a first step.

Joining ESMC at this early stage will provide you with the unique opportunity to actively shape the future of the fab in Dresden, boost your career and put your true potential to the test. You will be working in a fast paced, international startup environment whilst at the same time having access to the experience, talent, and resources of the largest and most advanced semiconductor manufacturer in the world, TSMC. You have ample opportunities to learn about TSMC Operations, Digital Transformation, and various advanced Facilities related topics, both in Taiwan and other sites around the world.

Behind the world's most advanced technology are real people with real passion. Our success is fueled by our core values: Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust (ICIC).

At ESMC we believe in the power of inclusive leadership and passion. We demonstrate this in our commitment to our people vision: create an inclusive environment to inspire passion and enable the best in YOU.

It is the policy of ESMC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, ethnic and national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.