SHRM26: From Toronto to Brussels and Everything In Between: Navigating the New Era of Global Pay Transparency

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From Toronto to Brussels and Everything In Between: Navigating the New Era of Global Pay Transparency
With the EU pay transparency directive set to transform employer obligations across Europe—and countries like the UK, Canada, Spain, France, Germany, and Ireland already enforcing transparency rules—multinational employers face a rapidly evolving global landscape. Meanwhile, U.S. “anti-DEI” sentiment and political tension create challenges for organizations balancing global expectations with domestic sensitivities. This session offers a practical overview of emerging international pay transparency laws, their requirements, and intersections with equity, reporting, and data governance. Attendees will learn steps to prepare for new global standards, including data readiness, documentation, cross-border coordination, and communication. Participants will leave with a flexible roadmap for meeting global transparency expectations while managing U.S. political risk and maintaining a defensible pay equity strategy worldwide.