Compensation Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Manage and provide support for company-wide compensation programs, which include annual merit and bonus cycles, promotions, market adjustments, and off-cycle compensation actions.

• Collaborate with HR, Total Rewards Partners, and business leaders on compensation decisions, pay positioning, and considerations of internal equity.

• Assist in the development of salary structures, incentive programs, and compensation policies.

• Ensure that compensation programs are implemented accurately, consistently, and in alignment with company guidelines and regulatory standards.

• Aid in compensation planning related to organizational changes, workforce planning, and talent retention strategies.

• Maintain and oversee job architecture, leveling frameworks, and career progression pathways.

• Perform job evaluations and market pricing analyses utilizing survey data and benchmarking tools.

• Create competitive compensation packages for new hires and internal mobility opportunities.

• Examine compensation data and trends for market movements, compression issues, and pay equity.

• Provide support for Workday compensation administration, including configuration, testing, and process execution.

• Assist in the configuration and validation of the annual compensation cycle within Workday.

• Work in conjunction with HRIS, Payroll, and Finance to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency.

• Develop and maintain compensation reports, dashboards, and analytical tools.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and scalability.

• Conduct detailed compensation analyses and offer recommendations to HR and business leadership.

• Prepare presentations, reports, and modeling scenarios for compensation evaluations and discussions with leadership.

• Facilitate compensation audits, compliance reporting, pay transparency, and pay equity initiatives.

• Assist with compensation due diligence and integration support during mergers, acquisitions, and organizational changes.

• Foster relationships across HR, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and business leadership.

• Provide consultation and support in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

• Communicate compensation programs and processes effectively to managers and employees.

• Contribute to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer service within the Compensation team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and over 8 years of experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field, or a Master's degree with more than 6 years of relevant experience.

• Progressive experience in compensation, supporting broad-based compensation programs in large, intricate organizations.

• Direct experience in managing compensation processes within Workday.

• Familiarity with annual compensation planning cycles, market pricing, and salary administration.

• Strong technical and analytical capabilities, with the proficiency to translate complex compensation data into clear, compelling insights for business leaders.

• Proven ability to work effectively in highly matrixed environments with various stakeholders and competing priorities.

• Solid understanding of fundamental compensation principles, market pricing methodologies, and compensation program administration.

• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills, including modeling and reporting functionalities.

• Capacity to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

• Excellent organizational skills, with a keen attention to detail and operational precision.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting complex information in a clear manner.

• Ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution and operational support.

• Strong collaboration and relationship-building abilities across all organizational levels.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.

• Retirement savings plan with company match.

• Generous paid time off policy and holiday schedule.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.