Compensation Manager

About the role

BrainWorks HR Search is partnered with a growing organization for their newly created Compensation Manager vacancy in the Dallas, TX area. This is a highly visible, hands-on individual contributor role that will take ownership of the compensation function, developing frameworks, processes, and programs to bring greater structure and consistency across the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a compensation professional looking to take the next step in their career and make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Build compensation infrastructure, including job leveling, grading structures, salary bands, and role mapping.
• Develop compensation frameworks and processes to ensure consistency across the organization.
• Manage annual compensation processes, including salary reviews and bonus planning.
• Evaluate and enhance commission, incentive, and bonus programs.
• Conduct compensation analysis and benchmarking to support competitive and equitable pay practices.
• Partner with leadership on compensation recommendations and ad-hoc requests.
• Review job descriptions and assess exempt/non-exempt classifications.
• Analyze compensation data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Experience in compensation, including job leveling, grading, salary structures, and compensation frameworks.
• Experience with commission, incentive, and/or bonus plans preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency.
• Power BI experience is a plus.
• Ability to work independently, improve processes, and bring structure to an evolving compensation function.

Pay

$110,000–$125,000 base salary + 10–15% annual bonus

Schedule

Hybrid work arrangement in Dallas, TX.