The application window is expected to close on: 31st May 2025 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team Cisco People and Communities is inspiring today's talent for tomorrow's Cisco. We drive talent strategies that accelerate capability in Cisco's business and our employees by transforming Cisco's talent, leadership, culture, and organization. Your Impact As a People and Communities Sales Compensation and Compliance Consultant for Germany, you will play a hybrid role focusing on sales compensation processes and supporting people and culture-related projects. You will partner with the People & Communities and business ecosystem to drive compliance, change, and engagement initiatives. This role is crucial in ensuring the accurate and timely execution of sales compensation and supporting cross-functional people projects. Responsibilities Collaborate with operations teams to ensure accurate, timely, and predictable sales commission for Germany-based Cisco sellers.. Ensure local legal compliance by collaborating with the Works Council to develop, update and implement any necessary compensation policy changes., including negotiations on salary structure and alignment with legal teams, and acting as point of contact in court cases related to sales compensation. Support in-program changes, local nuances, and drive resolution for employee escalations related to sales compensation. Partner with business leaders and the People & Communities ecosystem to execute Country People & Culture plans. Support the delivery of cross-functional people projects such as restructuring, mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. Minimum Qualifications German speaker Compensation or Sales Compensation experience. In-depth country knowledge and local HR expertise in Germany Proven experience as a trusted HR consultant, advisor, and coach with local Works Council experience. Strong business acumen and effective stakeholder management and communication skills. Critical thinker with strategic agility and the ability to work dynamically and collaboratively. Preferred Qualifications Change catalyst with the ability to influence. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Experience in managing and implementing change management initiatives. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders. Passion for driving an inclusive culture and supporting employee engagement. Sound judgment and ability to manage ambiguity. WeAreCisco WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all. Our passion is connectionu2014we celebrate our employeesu2019 diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best. We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteeru201480 hours each yearu2014allows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us LI-JGP Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.