Head of Reward EMEA

Budapest, HungaryFull-time2026-10-09 → 2026-11-10

Based in Hungary

Core

Senior strategic advisor and partner to regional leadership for Compensation & Benefits, influencing decisions to improve organizational performance and talent outcomes while ensuring adoption of global reward frameworks.

Role type

Senior IC Reward (Compensation & Benefits) Leader

Builds

Regional reward strategies and governance aligned with business priorities and global standards

Domain

Human Resources / Reward Management

Required skills

Strategic planning, data-driven decision making, market intelligence, change management, stakeholder influence, regulatory navigation, multi-country leadership, analytical skills

Preferred skills

Experience with reward transformation, simplification, and standardization

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Influence regional leadership decisions through data-driven insights; Align reward investment with business priorities; Shape region reward strategies for attraction, retention, and performance differentiation; Champion global standards while applying local market judgement; Lead transformation of new Reward and Performance approaches

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

About Diageo

With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we’re the world’s leading premium drinks company. From global icons like Johnnie Walker, Guinness and Tanqueray to Smirnoff and Don Julio, we create brands consumers love. Bring your passion and use your curiosity as you explore, collaborate and innovate. Together with passionate people from all over the world, you’ll test new ideas, learn and grow, and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.