Senior Manager, Compensation and Equity Administration

Company Overview

We are One Rayonier, a team dedicated to creating value through safety, innovation, community engagement, and continuous learning. Founded over 100 years ago, we continue to innovate and improve lives through our forestry, land management, and people-centric approach. Join us to be part of a dynamic team committed to making a positive impact.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Manager, Compensation and Equity Administration to join our Human Resources team in Atlanta, GA. The ideal candidate will excel in data analysis, attention to detail, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of compensation programs, including broad-based salary administration and complex executive incentives.
• Support the design, implementation, and administration of executive programs, including annual and long-term incentives.
• Administer equity plans (RSUs and Performance Shares) across the full lifecycle, including grant processing, vesting, tracking, and settlement.
• Maintain and reconcile records within systems like Fidelity or Merrill Lynch, and partner with Payroll, brokers, and transfer agents to ensure proper taxation and share delivery.
• Manage the Annual Incentive Plan, including participant tracking, calculations, and payouts.
• Support merit cycles, structure adjustments, and market data analysis to ensure competitive pay positioning.
• Maintain job architecture and salary structures using market pricing software to evaluate positions.
• Ensure all programs align with laws and company policies while supporting internal documentation and controls.
• Stay current on tax treatment and executive compensation developments while partnering with Legal, Finance, and external advisors on governance.
• Develop and deliver communication materials related to compensation programs and philosophy.
• Provide training to HR and business leaders and serve as a key point of contact for compensation-related inquiries.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of progressive compensation experience, including hands-on equity/stock plan administration.
• Experience supporting compensation programs within a publicly traded company preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of compensation principles, market pricing, job evaluation and employment law compliance, including compensation regulations, tax implications, and reporting requirements.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot table, advanced formulas and modeling).
• Working knowledge of equity platforms (e.g., Fidelity, Merrill Lynch), HRIS systems and market pricing software.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align compensation programs to business goals while maintaining strong judgment, ethics, and a commitment to fair and equitable pay practices.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts to non-technical audiences and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders while managing multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years of progressive compensation experience, including hands-on equity/stock plan administration.
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot table, advanced formulas and modeling).
• Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of compensation principles, market pricing, job evaluation and employment law compliance, including compensation regulations, tax implications, and reporting requirements.
• Technical Skills & Analytical Mindset: Working knowledge of equity platforms (e.g., Fidelity, Merrill Lynch), HRIS systems and market pricing software. Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strategic Mindset & Professional Ethics: Strategic mindset with the ability to align compensation programs to business goals while maintaining strong judgment, ethics, and a commitment to fair and equitable pay practices.
• Communication & Collaboration: Ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to non-technical audiences and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders while managing multiple priorities.

Skills

• Data Analysis
• Attention to Detail
• Cross Functional Collaboration
• Compensation Program Management
• Equity Plan Administration
• Stock Plan Administration
• Executive Compensation Support
• Market Pricing
• Job Evaluation
• Compliance & Governance
• Communication & Stakeholder Support

Benefits

• Annual Bonus Plan
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident, Disability Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Health Savings Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Flexible Work Schedules and Hybrid Work From Home Options
• Minimum of Three Weeks Paid Vacation, Five Paid Personal Days, Eleven Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Leave Each Year
• Employee Development Program with Career Planning Tools and Resources, Mentoring Program, Leadership Development, Training Programs, and 80% Tuition Reimbursement

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work required for business needs.