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Principal Global Compensation Manager

WP Engine · Raleigh, NC · 1 mo ago
RemoteRemoteHuman Resources$140k–$193k/yrFull-time

What's Cool About This Job

We are seeking a visionary and strategic Principal Global Compensation Manager to lead the design, execution, and continuous evolution of our global compensation programs. As a senior individual contributor in the Total Rewards team, you will play a critical role in scaling our compensation frameworks, driving business-aligned pay philosophies, and championing our journey toward world-class pay transparency.

Skills And Expertise

  • Experience: 10+ years of progressive compensation experience within the high-tech/SaaS industry, with at least 3 years in a lead advisory capacity.
  • Workday SuperUser: Hands-on configuration experience in Workday Advanced Compensation.
  • Global Domain Expertise: Deep knowledge of global compensation structures, international market dynamics, and complex regulatory environments.
  • Strategic Modeling: Master-level compensation modeling, data analysis, and financial planning skills using advanced modeling tools.
  • Influence & Collaboration: Proven capability to influence, consult with, and present to executive-level leadership and business stakeholders.
  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, HR, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • Preferred Skills: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation, experience leading compensation strategies with private equity firms, experience in benefit modules of Workday to support the broader Total Rewards team, low-code/no-code automation experience, hands-on experience building, testing, and deploying custom AI assistants or GPTs to automate information retrieval or text generation tasks.

Job Title

Principal Global Compensation Manager

Location

WFH - Remote

Pay

Base Salary Range: $140,000.00 - $192,500.00

Benefits

  • Company Stock Options
  • Great Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance)
  • Fertility Benefits (IVF/Fertility drug coverage)
  • HSA Company contribution $750 for employee / $1500 for family
  • 401(k) with a 4% match
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Family and Caregiver’s Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous Vacation Time
  • One-time $500 payment to set up your home office
  • Four Company Wellness Days a year
  • Pet Insurance
  • On-going education through LinkedIn Learning, Workday Learning and our Career Growth Portal

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