Compensation Manager

Major Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, design, and execution of global compensation programs that attract, motivate, and retain top talent.
• Ensure alignment with business objectives, market competitiveness, and regulatory requirements across regions.
• Serve as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to HR, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders, driving consistent, data-driven compensation practices that enable organizational success.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Human Resources or a related field.
• Certification / License: None required.
• Work Experience: Eight (8) years of compensation experience in a centralized compensation department.
• Experience: Deliver both compliance-based and consultative compensation solutions to internal clients; experience using HR technology platforms such as Workday (preferred); experience using compensation administration software such as BetterComp, CompAnalyst or MarketPay.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Education: Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Certification / License: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) issued by WorldatWork, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP issued by SHRM, or Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) issued by HRCI.
• Work Experience: Global Compensation Experience Across The Americas, EMEA, And APAC.

Scope & Impact

Influences compensation outcomes across business groups and geographies. Owns complex compensation programs and frameworks. Operates within a centralized global model with regional alignment. Acts as a key contributor to enterprise-wide Total Rewards strategy.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Deep expertise in compensation design, governance, and market practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into action.
• Knowledge of global compensation regulations and frameworks.
• Ability to influence decision-making in a matrixed organization.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience With HRIS (e.g., Workday) And Compensation Tools.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, expertise, and sound judgment.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional and global initiatives.
• Ability to provide strategic recommendations to senior leaders grounded in data, market insights, and business context.
• Balances strategy development with hands-on execution.