Senior Manager, Compensation - Tech
About the role
For our client, we are seeking a Senior Manager, Compensation - Tech to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space. This role will shape compensation strategy for technology organizations and help ensure pay programs are aligned with business goals, talent needs, and market competitiveness. You will partner closely with HRBPs and business leaders to support critical tech roles through data-driven recommendations and practical compensation frameworks. The position also plays a key role in workforce analytics, governance, and legal compliance, while leading a small team of compensation professionals. This is an important opportunity to influence compensation decisions that support hiring, retention, and long-term organizational success.
Responsibilities
- Lead compensation strategy and refine structures for technology organizations
- Translate business strategies into compensation frameworks
- Collaborate with HRBPs and business leaders on proactive compensation strategies for critical tech roles
- Conduct workforce analytics to guide hiring, retention, and pay adjustments
- Benchmark and market-price key tech roles to ensure competitive compensation
- Ensure compliance with governance and legal requirements regarding compensation programs
- Develop and lead a small team of compensation professionals while fostering an inclusive culture
Qualifications
- 8–10+ years of experience in compensation roles, including 3+ years in leadership or advisory positions, specifically in tech organizations
- Experience designing and implementing compensation programs for tech talent, including equity and incentives
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel, HRIS, and data visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau
- In-depth knowledge of compensation survey methodologies and benchmarking tools such as Mercer and Radford
- Proven ability to influence senior leaders with data-driven insights and storytelling
- Track record of managing and developing teams of compensation professionals, including 2–4+ direct reports
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
Benefits
- Remote work flexibility with in-office expectations three times a week for local candidates
- Opportunities for team and professional development
- Emphasis on a collaborative and innovative workplace culture
- Potential for influence on key compensation decisions impacting the tech field