Manager, Compensation Programs

📋 Description

• Lead design, admin, and improvement of compensation programs (merit, incentives, total rewards).
• Manage annual compensation planning: raises, market adjustments, incentives, and salary structures.
• Oversee bonus program administration and align with org objectives.
• Lead performance management: system admin, testing, comms, training, reporting, improvements.
• Manage creation and distribution of total rewards statements and comms.
• Collaborate with HRIS, payroll, finance, tech, and leaders to improve compensation systems.
• Develop compensation communications, training materials, and leader resources.
• Ensure compensation practices comply with regulations and policies.
• Analyze compensation data, market trends, and metrics to improve programs.
• Build dashboards and executive reports to support decision-making.
• Support pay equity reviews, salary structure mgmt, and governance.
• Provide guidance to leaders on compensation policies and decisions.
• Lead strategic projects: system implementations, redesigns, integrations.
• Maintain docs, procedures, and controls for consistency and accuracy.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance, Accounting, IT, or related field (preferred).
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or similar credential preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive compensation experience.
• 7+ years managing compensation programs (incentives, merit, perf mgmt).
• 2+ years leading a compensation team.
• Strong experience with compensation structures, HR systems, reporting, and incentive platforms.
• Experience with Workday or similar HR tech platforms preferred.
• Proven ability to partner with senior leaders and influence decisions.
• Strong project management skills for complex initiatives.
• Experience with compensation analysis, incentive modeling, forecast, and financial evaluations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills to translate data into insights.
• Ability to work across functions and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

🎁 Benefits

• Medical coverage with telemedicine options.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Basic and optional life insurance coverage.
• Company-paid disability insurance.
• Paid time off and 12 paid holidays.
• Maternity, parental, and family care benefits.
• Community volunteer time off.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Supplemental insurance programs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support.
• Wellness programs and resources.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Remote-first work environment with flexible schedule.