Rewards Senior Manager

About the opportunity

Hi, I’m Sabri, the Director of Rewards & People Analytics.

I am looking for a

Senior Manager of Rewards

to join our People Team at N26. This is a high-impact, 'strategic partner' role designed for an expert who doesn't just manage cycles but architectures the very frameworks that drive our 1,600+ N26ers to excel.

Why is this role exciting and why should you apply?

You will be my right hand in the Rewards space. This isn't just about spreadsheets; it’s about Influence, Governance, and Impact.

Who we are

N26 has reimagined banking for today’s digital world. Technology and design empower everything we do and it’s how we are building the global banking platform the world loves to use.

We've eliminated physical branches, paperwork, and hidden fees for an elegant digital experience and supreme savings. Giving people the power to live and bank their way is what gets us out of bed in the morning and inspires the work that we do.

We are headquartered in Berlin with offices in multiple cities across Europe, including Vienna and Barcelona, and a 1,500-strong team of more than 80 nationalities.

• Direct Impact: You will operationalize our new Rewards Philosophy across Europe, ensuring our investment in people creates real business value.
• Strategic Scope: From Executive Compensation to complex Works Council negotiations, you will navigate the highest levels of organizational complexity.
• High Visibility: You’ll be a key partner in supporting the preparation for Remuneration Committees (RemCo) and Board interactions, ensuring N26 remains a compliant, top-tier employer.
• In the role you will:
• Drive the Rewards Evolution: Land and implement our newly launched Rewards Philosophy, turning strategy into a lived reality for every employee.
• Architect Variable Comp: Lead our Equity (ESOP) and Cash Bonus programs, ensuring our incentive structures are competitive and aligned with N26’s growth.
• Execute with Precision: Own the end-to-end Salary Review and Promotion cycles, bringing simplicity and clarity to what can often be complex processes.
• Master the Market: Lead our benchmarking and salary band design to ensure we win the talent war in the fintech space.
• Navigate Governance: Be the point of contact for internal/external audits and a key driver in RemCo preparations, acting as a trusted advisor on regulatory compliance.
• Partner for Progress: Collaborate with Works Councils and Internal Communications to ensure our Rewards story is told with integrity and transparency.

• Experience: A minimum of 5+ years in Rewards, with a proven track record of influencing senior stakeholders in fast-paced environments.
• Strategic Mindset: You are a forward-thinking leader who anticipates market shifts and can pivot strategies in a dynamic environment.
• Operational Excellence: You operate with structure and discipline, holding yourself and others to high standards of quality and pace.
• Emotional Intelligence: You lead building trust across all levels and collaborating effectively with Works Councils and global teams.
• Adaptability: You thrive in ambiguity and are ready to own 1-2 direct reports as the team scales, coaching them toward high performance.