Position Purpose:

In this exciting position, you are responsible for developing, refining, and maintaining global Executive Compensation programs and policies with the aim of fostering global consistency and efficiency.

You contribute to shaping our Executive Compensation landscape by, including but not limited to, the development and roll-out of a global Executive Compensation Guideline, managing related programs and processes, maintaining the Management Board compensation system, regular analysis of market trends and data to derive strategic implications and relevant actions for FME within the regulatory frameworks.

In this global position, you will collaborate with various internal (e.g., HR, Accounting and Controlling, Legal, Investor Relations) and external (e.g., tax advisors, compensation consultants) stakeholders, and act as a partner to broader HR as well as the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• (Co-) Lead the development, roll-out and management of Executive Compensation programs in line with our business strategy and external market practices (e.g., definition of scope, Executive Compensation system and philosophy, design of an operating model incl. implementation, communication and change management, definition and management of related processes).
• Contribute to front to end management of all aspects in relation to the Management Board compensation system (e.g., fixed as well as short- and long-term variable compensation components, disclosure requirements and Corporate Governance, compensation benchmarks, payroll and tax, etc.).
• Continuous re-evaluation of the Executive Compensation operating model, trends and business needs to derive change requirements, including but not limited to creation of benchmarks and conduction of regular market data analyses, to ensure competitiveness and alignment with industry standards.
• Stay informed about governance trends and best practices in Executive Compensation, across geographies as relevant for Fresenius Medical Care. Ensure Executive Compensation programs comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Creation of high-quality decision material for e.g., Senior Management, the Management Board and Supervisory Board, incl. creation of sophisticated financial models and business cases to evaluate the impact of various compensation scenarios.
• Partner with the business and other areas of Global Total Rewards and HR functions on all related matters.
• Effective stakeholder management of internal and external stakeholders (Legal, Finance, Investor Relations, external tax advisors, etc.).
• Participate in regular processes like e.g., accounting matters, the creation of the annual Compensation Report in line with legal laws and regulations incl. data collection, Annual General Meeting preparation, establishing variable compensation plan conditions, etc.
• Develop educational materials to enhance understanding of executive compensation within the organization Communicate Executive Compensation programs to key stakeholders, including Executives and HR partners.
• Work on ad-hoc requests and inquiries around Executive Compensation from the Top Management or HR, and provide guidance accordingly.
• (Co-) Lead or contribute to further global (sub-)projects in line with the Global Total Rewards and Global Human Resources strategy.

Profile:

• Master’s degree in Economics, HR, Finance, Psychology, Social Sciences or similar relevant discipline
• Minimum 2 years professional background in relevant field, e.g., in compensation consultancy, Compensation & Benefits, HR, Finance, or similar field, ideally in multinational publicly traded or top tier consulting companies
• Proven track record in managing global processes and/or global large-scale projects
• Experience in Management Board compensation and German Corporate Governance Code matters advantageous
• Strong analytical skills including proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis
• Hands-on mentality with the ability to prioritize and flexibly react to changed circumstances
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and discretion
• Experience in developing high-quality decision material for Top Management.
• Solution-oriented work mode
• Nimble mind with good business acumen
• Advanced in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Workday experience advantageous
• Effective communicator, incl. excellent presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner and establish trustful relationships
• Fluent in English and German
• Discreet and able to deal with highly sensitive data and topics

Do you want to look behind the scenes at Fresenius Medical Care, an international healthcare group, and gain practical experience? Then support our Corporate Internal Controls & Risk Management team as soon as possible! Our team is responsible for the worldwide standards of internal (financial) controls and global risk management at Fresenius Medical Care. As an Intern you will get the opportunity to gain insights into the key processes, learn about the major process risks and how these can be mitigated through appropriate internal controls. At FME you will get to chance to make valuable practical experiences, to network, explore possible career paths - and fill your student fund at the same time.

Your challenge in detail

• You will support the global initiatives and project management tasks related to the internal control system of Fresenius Medical Care
• You will perform risk analyses and data evaluations
• You will update central documents and frameworks, as well as prepare PowerPoint presentations
• You will get the opportunity to work independently on projects and present them in the team meetings
• You will support measures to digitize and further automate internal controls

Your competence is in demand

• Current advanced full-time studies in business administration, finance, business informatics, industrial engineering, or digitization.
• Desire to work in Finance, particularly within the health care sector
• Ability to use MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and may enjoy analytical tasks and analysis with close attention to detail
• Basic understanding of finance-related processes and systems
• Motivation and ability to work cooperatively within a global company
• Fluent English and German language skills verbally and in writing

The assignment is possible as an internship with subsequent Bachelor's/ Master's thesis. The tasks may vary depending on the type of assignment.

Start: asap
Duration: 6 months
Location:  Bad Homburg (Mobile working possible by arrangement; regular presence on site required)

Do you have general questions about the application process at Fresenius? You will find the answers on this page! FAQ | Fresenius Careers

Are you excited about data analytics and sustainability? Would you like to look behind the scenes of project management as well as information and data processing and to gain experiences in an international company during your studies? Then join our dynamic team in the Global Sustainability department. We are mainly responsible for the successful implementation of projects and initiatives within our global sustainability program as well as for Fresenius Medical Care's non-financial reporting. You will have the opportunity to get actively involved in our daily business and to support us in current topics as well as strategic projects in the field of sustainability.

Your Challenge in Detail

• You will actively support our team in the collection, compilation, validation and analysis of data for sustainability projects and reporting
• You will also be actively involved in the preparation of workshops and target group-specific PowerPoint presentations
• Even more: You will support us in data management as well as the documentation of projects
• You will work independently on smaller projects such as benchmarking analyses or current research
• Furthermore, you will be involved in project administration, coordinating appointments and recurring activities in the day-to-day business

Your Competence is in Demand

• Current full-time studies in the field of economics, natural or environmental sciences, computer science or sustainability
• Very good English skills (written and spoken) are mandatory, knowledge of German is an advantage
• Very good knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Very good analytical skills and an affinity for numbers
• First experience in Confluence and SharePoint as well as database / SQL knowledge is advantageous
• First experience in project / change management is desirable
• Strong focus on results and service
• Process-oriented, structured and thorough working method
• Good team spirit

Start: asap
Duration: 12 months, with option to extend
Working time: approx. 20 hours/week
Location: Bad Homburg

Do you have general questions about the application process at Fresenius? You will find the answers on this page! FAQ | Fresenius Careers

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The IT Control Specialist supports the Corporate ICS team in the further development of the internal control system. Contributes to the mitigation of IT risk and ensures IT compliance with Sarbanes- Oxley (SOX) requirements. Provides guidance, support and subject matter expertise and works directly with IT management in implementing/documenting/testing controls and remediating identified deficiencies. Also works closely with the external auditor to collaboratively determine how to best resolve identified SOX IT deficiencies. Furthermore, becomes a subject matter expert of our ICS ecosystem (SAP Process Control, SAP Analytics Could, Celonis, etc.) and drives innovation such as control automation.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with IT management to ensure appropriately designed controls are implemented for all in-scope entities and divisions and perform testing to validate their operating effectiveness throughout the fiscal year.
• Facilitate regular meetings with the FMC IT regulatory function and IT management to plan the documentation updates and testing of SOX IT controls.
• Analyze SOX testing results, making recommendations to facilitate management’s remediation and/or identification of mitigating controls for all FMC IT deficiencies.
• Supports IT management as the principal interface between external auditor and the FMC IT functions.
• Performs the annual SOX 404 scoping exercise to determine if there are any changes to IT data centers, applications or related processes which should be considered to determine what is in scope for SOX 404 purposes.
• Perform IT control assessments of any new entities, divisions and processes deemed material to the financial reporting process or in the scope of the external audit. Work with local IT management to develop and implement IT general controls and IT application.
• Maintains current knowledge regarding changes to SOX compliance regulations and ensures that FMC adjusts methodologies in response to the changes by issuing guidance and instructions to the appropriate IT stakeholders and personnel. Determines and recommends improvements to current risk management controls as needed.
• Leads implementation of major special projects and initiatives related to auditing automation software and applications to manage governance tasks and SOX financial reporting functions.
• Support and partial responsibility for the rollout as well as the planning and monitoring of automated controls.
• Updating of ICS information documents (presentations, knowledge cards, quick reference cards, ICS handbook)
• Support in the preparation and implementation of ICS-relevant meetings and training sessions
• Support the following positions: Corporate Head of Internal Controls, Internal Control Team Lead, Internal Control Team Members, Corporate ICS Manager

EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS:

Degree in computer science, business informatics, business administration with IT focus or similar Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM or CISSP are a plus.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• 2- 5 years of professional experience (e.g. IT Audit, Consulting, GRC or internal audit functions)
• Convincing personality and excellent communication skills
• Experience in IT auditing, audit-related consulting (ICS, auditing, risk management),
• IT affinity and confident handling of MS Office
• AP GRC Process Control and basic technical knowledge of SAP
• MS Office

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Reporting to the Senior Director, Business Partner Communications Lead Care Enablement, the Business Partner Manager for Care Enablement Communications is responsible for working directly with business leadership to actively support Care Enablement (CE) in the development and implementation of communication activities based on the business objectives and content CE delivers. This Manager will play a key strategic communications support role for Care Enablement, helping to ensure the execution of both internal and external CE communications objectives. Internally, this role will support CE communications planning and ensure overall alignment with the broader FME corporate communications agenda. They will work with CE BP leadership to help catalogue and prioritize CE communication needs and coordinate with CoE personnel to ensure the timely execution of drafted communication requirements. Externally, they will support CE / CBS communication needs, inclusive of PR, social media, website, SEO and analytics requirements. They will additionally support the implementation of corporate branding across the CE organization.

The ideal candidate is an experienced communications professional, who has worked in an integrated global corporate communications environment and has demonstrated experience in employee engagement campaigns. The candidate should be a proactive communications professional, capable of addressing multiple, complex facets of medical product communication concurrently at a global scale. To do this, they should strive to optimize available tools and resources in ways that deliver Care Enablement communication needs most effectively within a Global Communications organization.  

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support worldwide internal and external communications for the Care Enablement organization, ensuring that business objectives are addressed and CE content is delivered effectively across all necessary audiences.
• Partner directly with CE leadership to define and execute on an internal communications plan that reflects CE business and strategic priorities.
• Support execution of communication requirements and strategy for CE leadership communications.
• Support CE editorial planning, ensuring timely execution and implementation of communication requirements.
• Support the development of communication cadences and sequencing that ensures CE employees remain engaged and connected to CE strategic priorities.
• Where necessary, serve as communications advisor and provide executive communications support for leadership within select Care Enablement business units.
• Partner with CBS to execute and implement the external communication needs for CE (PR, Social Media, Website, SEO, Analytics).
• Support implementation of Corporate Branding and SOPs across the CE organization.
• Help track channel communication effectiveness metrics and recommend actionable changes for Care Enablement based on data and insights to improve results; ensure segments and functions align with these metrics.
• Collaborate effectively with other BP leadership to ensure ongoing planning and resourcing alignment with the global communications calendaring process.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Occasional travel required.

SUPERVISION:

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree or similar in Communications, Sales Management, Business Communications, or similar field(s)

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 5-10 years of experience in corporate communications, including employee communications, business communications and marketing; demonstrated experience supporting global communications teams, plans and programs preferably for a Fortune 500.
• Proven track record of results in a comprehensive medical communication or change communications role.
• Proven track record of results in leading employee communications campaigns.
• Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions.
• Demonstrated ability in handling major reputational issues, crises, and business issues.
• Understanding of governmental issues that affect business priorities.
• Strong verbal communications skills, as well as excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to identify, assess, understand, and make appropriate recommendations to meet business needs.
• Experience creating effective messaging for a range of audiences.
• Problem-solving skills, with specific focus on developing new, creative ways to drive communications in a changing business environment.

ENGLISH

Purpose & Scope

The Associate Director, Total Rewards Strategy & Operations, APAC is responsible for Total Rewards strategy as it relates to the respective region / geography, cross segments and functions, and driving & implementing the Global Total Rewards strategy, data, systems, processes, analytics, compliance, as well as related policies and programs, at a regional and country/cluster level. 

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, implementation and administration of best-in-class Total Rewards programs, policies & procedures (including activities such as job analyses and competitive benchmarking, structuring new hire offers, promotions and other pay adjustments, transfers etc.) at a regional and local level, in alignment with the global Total Rewards strategy and policies.
• Act as the conduit between TR Business Partners and TR Programs & Strategy to drive Total Rewards practices at the regional level with emphasis on driving process efficiencies
• Understanding and articulating regional TR practices based on Global TR Standards
• Responsible for understanding regional labor law regulations relevant for Total Rewards and providing feedback on the same to relevant stakeholders within the larger FME Total Rewards community (e.g., TR Business Partners, TR Programs & Strategy)
• Provide strategic oversight, leadership and expertise to Total Rewards country/cluster staff ensuring that Total Rewards and pay practices are compliant with all pertinent regulatory requirements, as well as in line with the global Total Rewards strategy and policies.
• Design, develop and oversee Total Rewards related process documentation, training and education materials and programs for operations and the broader HR organization, as well as for line managers.
• Monitor the effectiveness of existing Total Rewards policies, guidelines and procedures.
• Monitor the research of market conditions and the analysis of survey data to establish and maintain equitable pay grades and competitive salary structures and ranges, aligned with the global methodology.
• Drive continuous improvement of Total Rewards processes, workflow and systems from a regional and local perspective, through frequent analyses and audits, providing recommendations for improvements to enable the company to attract, motivate and retain the best possible employees while maintaining compliance with all pertinent regulations and guidelines.
• Work with external Total Rewards vendors to achieve optimal system performance and maintain effective working relationships.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and coaching for direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce; oversee and manage the workload and responsibilities of assigned staff.
• Establish departmental goals and objectives implementing performance standards aligned with company and business unit goals. Provide informal feedback on an ongoing basis and formal feedback in the annual performance evaluation.
• Manage the department staffing through the appropriate development, hiring, firing and disciplinary actions.
• Provide for the appropriate development and training of assigned staff.

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience of 10-15 years, with 5+ years’ experience in a compensation and benefits leadership role, in a regional/country cluster setup.
• 5+ years' experience with HRIS, Total Rewards systems, and/or data management required
• Experience with Job evaluation methodologies certification
• Expert, up-to-date knowledge of Total Rewards strategies, theories, best practices, governance and relevant labour law regulations at a regional and country/cluster level
• Strong management skills and the ability to lead cohesive and productive teams, across multiple countries
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of management through diplomacy and tact.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills combined with effective interpersonal skills.
• Strong consultative skills to work with all levels of management in a relationship driven organization.
• Competency with computer software applications such as Microsoft Office and Workday HRIS.
• Must be able to proactively identify and solve problems creatively with a win-win focus.
• Must be flexible with the ability to work in situations where there is no unique correct answer.

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职位描述
目的和范围

亚太区全面薪酬战略与运营副总监负责制定与各地区/地域、跨部门和职能相关的全面薪酬战略，并在地区和国家/集群层面推动和实施全球全面薪酬战略、数据、系统、流程、分析、合规性以及相关政策和计划。

职责

根据全球整体薪酬战略和政策，在地区和当地层面领导最佳整体薪酬计划、政策和程序的战略、实施和管理（包括职位分析和竞争基准、新员工录用、晋升和其他薪酬调整、调职等活动）。
充当薪酬福利业务合作伙伴与薪酬福利计划和战略之间的沟通渠道，推动地区层面的全面薪酬实践，重点是提高流程效率
根据全球 TR 标准，了解并阐明地区 TR 实践
负责了解与全面奖励相关的地区劳动法法规，并向 FME 全面奖励社区的相关利益攸关方（如全面奖励业务合作伙伴、全面奖励计划与战略）提供反馈意见
为全面奖励国家/集群员工提供战略监督、领导和专业知识，确保全面奖励和薪酬做法符合所有相关监管要求，并与全球全面奖励战略和政策保持一致。
为业务部门和更广泛的人力资源组织以及部门经理设计、开发和监督与全面奖励相关的流程文件、培训和教育材料及计划。
监督现有全面奖励政策、指导方针和程序的有效性。
监测市场条件研究和调查数据分析，根据全球方法建立并维持公平的薪酬等级和具有竞争力的薪酬结构和范围。
通过经常性的分析和审计，从区域和地方角度推动全面奖励流程、工作流程和系统的持续改进，提出改进建议，使公司能够吸引、激励和留住最优秀的员工，同时遵守所有相关法规和准则。
与外部全面奖励供应商合作，实现最佳系统性能并保持有效的工作关系。
领导、指导和辅导直接下属，保持员工的参与度和工作效率；监督和管理指派员工的工作量和职责。
根据公司和业务部门的目标，制定部门目标，实施绩效标准。持续提供非正式反馈，并在年度绩效评估中提供正式反馈。
通过适当的发展、聘用、解雇和纪律处分，管理部门的人员配置。
为指定员工提供适当的发展和培训。
经验与技能

有 10-15 年的工作经验，其中 5 年以上在地区/国家集群中担任薪酬和福利领导职务的经验。
需要 5 年以上人力资源信息系统、全面奖励系统和/或数据管理经验
具有工作评估方法认证经验
具备全面奖励战略、理论、最佳实践、管理以及地区和国家/集群层面相关劳动法律法规方面的最新专业知识
具有较强的管理技能，能够在多个国家领导团结一致、富有成效的团队
较强的人际交往能力，能够通过外交手段和策略与各级管理人员沟通。
出色的口头和书面沟通能力。
较强的分析能力和有效的人际交往能力。
在以关系为导向的组织中，具有与各级管理层合作的强大咨询技能。
熟练使用计算机应用软件，如 Microsoft Office 和 Workday HRIS。
必须能够积极主动地发现问题，并以双赢为重点创造性地解决问题。
必须具有灵活性，能够在没有唯一正确答案的情况下开展工作。

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PURPOSE :

Fresenius Medical Care, an EUR 19 billion company and largest kidney care provider in the world, is seeking a Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property (m/f/d) to join our Global Legal Intellectual Property Team. Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property (m/f/d) will be responsible for providing patent law and employee invention law advice and support to inventors and business unit managers in one area.

We are looking for a Master's degree in natural sciences, preferably physics, engineering or computer science for the position of a Patent Officer - Intellectual Patent Counsel, in particular for the area of "Digital Transformation and Digitalization".

Professional experience in a patent law firm or an IP department of an industrial company is helpful, but not a prerequisite. Suitable applicants may be trained on the job.

WHAT WE OFFER:

We believe: Meaningful work must also be rewarded. That's why we offer you a wide range of services and benefits, including pension plans, healthcare and career development. However, we provide much more than that for the satisfaction of our employees. For example, showing appreciation for one another as an integral part of our corporate culture. Or flexible working hours to fit with your personal life.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing patent law and employee invention law advice and support to inventors and business unit managers in one area

• Preparation of decisions for patent applications for the relevant committees

• Determining the value of intellectual property rights and identifying potential exploitation/licensing activities

• Working closely with the research & development, patent, production and sales departments in cross-functional teams

• Working on projects to identify infringements of Fresenius Medical Care's IP by third parties as well as research, evaluation and enforcement

• Independent preparation of applications for all industrial property rights and in cooperation with external attorneys

• Cooperation with external patent attorneys in Germany and abroad in proceedings before offices and courts

• Co-drafting of license and cooperation agreements;

• Conducting opposition and nullity proceedings

• Actively tracking down patentable development results; identifying development trends among important competitors

• Freedom to Operate searches

• Developing an in-depth technical understanding of proprietary products and competitors

• Analyzing and researching IP for defined technology fields in the broader dialysis environment and Fresenius Medical Care business areas

EDUCATION:

• sound technical education in the field of physics, electrical engineering or computer science as a prerequisite

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Sound knowledge in the field of digital transformation and digitization

• Knowledge of IP legislation and case law, preferably also in non-European jurisdictions helpful, but not a prerequisite

• Interest in intellectual property, especially in the field of digital products

• Proactive approach and willingness to take on responsibility

• Careful, efficient and goal-oriented approach

• Interest and pleasure in dealing with laws and guidelines at an international level

• Ability and willingness to quickly familiarize yourself with technical areas and issues not previously dealt with

• Team-oriented and communicative

• Strong in presentation and persuasion

• Service-oriented, resilient and flexible

• Enjoy working in an international environment

• very good written and spoken English language skills

• very good MS-Office

• Understanding in dealing with patent databases helpful

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