Compensation Director

About the role

MRA – The Management Association is seeking an experienced Compensation Director to join our team. In this on‑demand, project‑based role you will serve as a strategic advisor, providing expert consulting, analysis, and best‑practice recommendations to MRA members and prospective members on total rewards strategies and compensation programs. You will help align members’ human‑resources objectives with broader business goals to attract, retain, and motivate top talent, while also developing and delivering training and contributing to internal process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Compensation Strategy & Advising: Provide high‑level consultative guidance on compensation programs, salary structures, market pricing, and benefits benchmarking; collaborate with senior stakeholders to develop customized compensation solutions that align with business needs and market trends.
• Project Management & Execution: Lead and manage compensation‑related projects, overseeing planning, resource allocation, and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver analyses, reports, and presentations on schedule.
• Member Relationship Management: Cultivate strong, long‑term relationships with MRA members, serving as a trusted advisor on compensation matters and ensuring solutions meet strategic objectives.
• Analytical & Data‑Driven Decision Making: Interpret complex compensation data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to guide competitive salary structures and strategies.
• Deliverables Management: Oversee preparation of compensation analyses, reports, presentations, and training materials, ensuring the highest quality and relevance to member needs.
• Training & Development: Develop and deliver training on compensation best practices, salary‑structure development, and benefits benchmarking; build internal capabilities and promote knowledge sharing.
• Operational Efficiency & Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in compensation processes; work with internal teams and stakeholders to identify inefficiencies and implement solutions that enhance service delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent military experience.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in compensation, human resources, leadership, or related fields.
• Strong expertise in compensation program design, salary administration, market pricing, benchmarking, and salary structures.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and member relationships simultaneously.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret compensation data and provide actionable business recommendations.
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills; ability to work effectively with organizational leaders and key stakeholders.
• Experience delivering training, facilitating discussions, and presenting complex information to diverse audiences.
• Strong business acumen and experience with compensation programs, including job evaluations and incentive design.
• Preferred: 10+ years of compensation and/or human resources experience.
• Preferred certifications: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, or related.
• Experience supporting organizations in manufacturing, sales, public sector, nonprofit, and/or education.
• Experience using Salesforce or other CRM platforms.
• Advanced proficiency with compensation analysis tools, software, and systems.
• Experience leading compensation‑related process improvement initiatives and projects.

Schedule

This is an on‑demand, flexible‑schedule position and is not a full‑time role. Work hours and the number of hours will vary based on specific member assignments and project needs. MRA’s standard business hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, though variations may occur depending on member and MRA assignments, projects, responsibilities, and department expectations.