Senior Director – Compensation

Role Overview

• Collaborate with senior executives and HR leadership to manage the compensation philosophy and related strategies
• Oversee base and variable pay plans and programs, including the annual merit planning cycle
• Conduct research, analysis and monitor trends to determine recommendations for improvement
• Manage the long-term incentive program including modeling, grant and vesting events, and communications
• Provide oversight and support to the Compensation Manager on annual incentive plan administration
• Manage the organization’s global mobility and relocation programs
• Oversee the job evaluation process to ensure positions are appropriately classified and compensated
• Participate in market surveys, analyze data, and support the management of salary structures
• Provide counsel and serve as a collaborative resource partner to management and Human Resources, and Talent Acquisition
• Align compensation with performance management systems
• Establish metrics and criteria for performance-based pay, ensuring reward systems are fair, transparent, and effectively tied to compliance and governance
• Monitor relevant laws, regulations, and trends related to compensation practices
• Ensure programs adhere to legal requirements and are considered best or leading market practices
• Communicate compensation policies, programs, and changes to employees
• Analyze compensation data, metrics, and trends to assess the effectiveness of existing programs and identify areas for improvement
• Generate reports for management and executives, providing insights and recommendations
• Manage the compensation department budget and ensure compensation programs are fiscally responsible and align with budgetary expectations
• Manage executive perquisites including supplemental insurance, financial planning, severance and other programs
• Prepare and/or review meeting materials and compensation analytics for the Human Resources Committee
• Lead team responsible for the planning and execution of all compensation related programs and activities

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is required
• 10 or more years of relevant Compensation work experience and/or relevant Human Resources experience
• 5 or more years of experience in a supervisory or management level position
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation and/or Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification preferred
• Knowledge of Legal, Financial, Accounting, Tax and Regulatory effects on compensation, benefits and global mobility matters
• Establishes departmental policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the organization
• Ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines and maintain strict confidentiality of information at all times
• Ability to foster collaboration and teamwork
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to communicate with Board of Directors, Executive Leaders, and the employee population
• Strong analytical thinking and mathematical skills
• Intermediate to advanced Excel knowledge and skills

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off
• disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• life insurance
• other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages
• parental leave
• adoption assistance
• tuition assistance
• employer/partner discounts