Reward and Job Evaluation Specialist

About this position

Working at TNO means contributing to solutions for the major societal challenges of today and tomorrow. We do this together with more than 5,500 colleagues, each bringing their own area of expertise. Within TNO, we continuously work towards building a future-proof and transparent organization. A clear and carefully designed job architecture and a consistent compensation structure are essential to this. They form the foundation for fair and market-aligned remuneration, internal mobility, and trust within the organization. To ensure this sustainably, we are creating the new position of Specialist Job Evaluation and Compensation within the Labour Affairs department.

In this role, you will work as an expert and advisor, helping to further develop, strengthen, and future-proof TNO’s job architecture and compensation policies. You will operate at the intersection of policy and practice, making an important contribution to the quality, transparency, and consistency of our organization. In everything you do, you will contribute to our HR strategy, “Home for Talent.”

The team
Within HR, the Labour Affairs department plays an important role. The department is not only responsible for providing advice, but also for developing and implementing policies that have a direct impact on the organization and the people who work there. Labour Affairs consists of a collaborative and enthusiastic team of professionals. In addition to employment lawyers, the team includes specialists responsible for developing and maintaining employment conditions, providing related advice, and supporting the works council through its secretariat. The International Work Desk and the Health & Vitality department are also part of Labour Affairs.

What will be your role?

In this role, you will build and shape your own area of expertise within the Labour Affairs department. You will establish, design, and manage the dedicated service desk. You will develop clear frameworks and procedures for handling job changes and job re-evaluations. You will define how processes are organized, bring structure to the way of working, and ensure careful and consistent application in practice.

In addition, you will identify opportunities for improvement within the job architecture and compensation policies, translate these into concrete proposals and projects, and take ownership of their implementation. As a subject matter expert and guardian of the job architecture, you will safeguard its quality, coherence, and application throughout the organization. At the same time, you will maintain a strong awareness of market developments and identify when adjustments to our job evaluation and compensation policies may be required. You will act as an external antenna for developments within the field and translate these into actionable insights for the organization.

You will also serve as the key liaison with our external partner Korn Ferry and play a decisive role in assessing whether and when positions should be (re)evaluated.

More specifically, your responsibilities will include:

• Establishing and managing the service desk for complex questions related to job evaluation and the job architecture.
• Coordinating the maintenance, further development, and (re)writing of job profiles.
• Acting as the subject matter expert and primary point of contact for, among others, HR Business Partners and (HR) Management, as well as the liaison with our external partner Korn Ferry.
• Periodically benchmarking our compensation structure against the market using market data (including Korn Ferry data) and analyzing our market position.
• Advising on labor market allowances, salary grading, and frameworks for job evaluation-related salary increases, including monitoring consistent application.
• Advising on the optimal use of our compensation instruments.
• Monitoring developments in pay transparency legislation and carefully handling employee requests regarding compensation information.
• Conducting analyses of specific job groups and compensation components (such as bonuses/gratifications) and safeguarding internal consistency

What we expect from you

For this new position, we are looking for a subject matter expert with strong analytical skills who combines organizational awareness with the ability to influence and persuade.

We are looking for someone with:

• Demonstrated experience as a compensation specialist or in a similar role.
• Excellent writing skills, with the ability to document complex matters accurately and in a structured manner.
• Experience with job evaluation and salary grading matters.
• Knowledge of and experience with market benchmarking and compensation data comparisons (preferably using Korn Ferry / Hay methodologies).
• Strong analytical skills; you are comfortable working with data, figures, and salary analyses.
• Knowledge of compensation policies, labor market allowances, and relevant legislation and regulations (such as pay transparency requirements).
• The ability to translate policy into practical application and to monitor whether agreements and policies are consistently followed.
• A proactive and observant mindset: you identify trends, recognize risks, and provide well-substantiated recommendations.
• Accuracy, independence, and a strong sense of integrity.
• Strong communication and advisory skills.

As this is a newly created role, we are looking for someone who enjoys building something from the ground up, creating structure, taking ownership, and driving implementation through to execution.

What you'll get in return

Challenging and varied work with a real impact. And plenty of opportunities as, at TNO, you are in charge of shaping your career. We offer a gross monthly salary between € € 3.497,- en € 6.153,- (based on your knowledge and experience), 8% holiday pay, a 13^th month bonus of 8.33% and a flex budget (5.58% + € 180). In addition, you will be given every opportunity to develop yourself.

TNO offers optional employee benefits, enabling you to tailor your benefits package to match your personal situation. You may also expect:

• An extremely professional, innovative working environment where colleagues are leading experts in their field.
• The opportunity to attend courses, workshops and conferences, and to receive training and coaching based on your needs.
• 33 days annual leave plus a flexible holiday that can be used on a cultural, religious, or otherwise important day of your choosing (on a full-time basis).
• An employer working towards a respectful, inclusive, and equitable work environment where every employee can flourish, with various initiatives such as Jong TNO, numerous expertise based guilds, Rainbow Community and Round Tables on diverse inclusion topics.
• We offer a comprehensive and flexible mobility plan that also includes full compensation for public transportation for commuting and business travel.
• Great social events with your team and other TNO colleagues. That’s how you will get to know a lot of people really quickly.
• Flexible working hours, the possibility to work parttime (32 or 36 hours) and the possibility of working from home.
• A good pension scheme.

Read more about tailoring your benefits package.

TNO as an employer

Our people are at the heart of TNO. Their curiosity, expertise and entrepreneurial mindset make it possible to deliver high-impact research and innovations that contribute to society’s sustainable wellbeing and prosperity. That is why we invest in an inspiring and inclusive working environment where colleagues can excel, have autonomy and continue to grow.

Your talent and ambition have every opportunity to flourish at TNO. You work with experts (both within and beyond TNO), have access to advanced technology and the freedom to explore, experiment and innovate. Our strength lies in independence, reliability and collaboration. We find each other in wonder and ingenuity. We are driven to push boundaries. By working with businesses and government, and by connecting different perspectives, we strengthen our innovative capability and create responsible, meaningful results.

At TNO, we believe this is our time to help society, government and business move forward faster. Together with driven colleagues, you turn knowledge into concrete innovations or ventures that truly make a difference by combining the power of science and entrepreneurship. And in doing so, you make your mark on our time.

The selection process

Please apply before the 15th of June, 2026. The selection process comprises two interview rounds. In a final meeting we will discuss the terms of employment and your tailored benefits package. We aim to finalize the entire process within four weeks.

The selection process may include an online assessment and a reference check.
A certificate of Conduct (VOG) is required before starting a new job at TNO.

As you will be working for clients in the domain of defence and security, a Certificate of No Objection issued by AIVD (the Dutch General Intelligence and Security Service) is mandatory. This means you will have to undergo a security screening. Read more about security screening.

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