HR Compensation & Benefits Director

Posted Feb 24, 2026

Join Fendi in Rome as the HR Compensation & Benefits Director, leading global strategies in a prestigious luxury fashion house under LVMH. Apply now for this full-time role in Italy.

Overview

Fendi, a prestigious brand within the LVMH conglomerate, is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation in the luxury fashion sector. As part of LVMH, Fendi benefits from the extensive resources and global reach of the group, offering a dynamic environment where creativity and business acumen are highly valued.

Role & Responsibilities

Lead the global Compensation, Benefits & Reward Strategy and ensure its effective implementation.
Define and govern global compensation and benefits frameworks in alignment with brand values and group guidelines.
Oversee short and long-term incentive schemes for corporate and retail populations.
Lead job evaluation and annual salary review processes, ensuring internal equity and market alignment.
Ensure regulatory compliance and competitiveness across all geographies, with a focus on EU pay transparency.
Oversee global payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Lead HR cost control initiatives and analyze expenditures for efficiency improvements.
Drive the annual HR and payroll budgeting process with data-driven insights.
Monitor labor cost evolution and productivity indicators, focusing on Retail.
Collaborate with Retail Excellence to refine workforce planning models and incentive schemes.
Drive HR reporting initiatives, ensuring global data accuracy.
Lead HRIS transformation initiatives to enhance effectiveness and transparency.
Sponsor and coordinate tech & AI HR transformation projects globally.
Act as a key interface with Group stakeholders on reward policies and governance.
Ensure strong HR governance and policies worldwide.

Qualifications

Significant experience in Compensation & Benefits, HR Cost Controlling, and Workforce Planning within matrixed and international organizations.
Strong exposure to Retail and consumer-facing businesses; luxury or premium experience is advantageous.
Proven track record in leading technological transformation projects in international contexts.
Solid understanding of financial concepts applied to HR decisions.
Experience interacting with C-level executives and senior stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic and analytical mindset with strong business acumen. Ability to connect people, numbers, and operations. Credibility and discretion in high-level matrix environments. Influencing skills and ability to operate without direct authority. International mindset and cultural sensitivity.

Experience

Minimum of 10 years in relevant roles within matrixed and international organizations.

Education

Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent; MBA or Executive MBA preferred.

Benefits

Fendi offers a competitive benefits package, including opportunities for career advancement within the LVMH group.

Culture

Fendi fosters a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and excellence, where diverse talents are recognized and nurtured. As part of the LVMH group, Fendi upholds values of creativity and craftsmanship, providing a vibrant and collaborative workplace environment.