Senior Manager Compensation

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager of Compensation to lead the design, implementation, and administration of our compensation programs. This role will ensure our pay practices are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with business goals. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the organization’s compensation strategy, including base pay, incentive plans, job architecture, and market benchmarking. Oversee compensation program governance, compliance, and compensation-related policies. Lead compensation cycles including annual merit, promotions, salary structure adjustments, and bonus planning. Evaluate and update job families, job levels, and job descriptions in partnership with HR and department leaders. Conduct market analyses and maintain competitive salary structures using industry data and analytics. Advise executives and HR business partners on compensation decisions, offers, internal equity, and compliance considerations. Design and manage short-term and long-term incentive programs. Lead compensation-related systems, tools, and processes to ensure accurate and efficient administration. Prepare compensation analytics, dashboards, and recommendations for leadership and the board. Partner with Talent Acquisition to support competitive and equitable offer packages. Manage vendor relationships and compensation survey participation. Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, including FLSA, pay equity laws, and reporting requirements. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred). 7–10+ years of progressive compensation experience; 3+ years in a compensation leadership role. Strong knowledge of salary structures, job evaluation, benchmarking methodologies, and incentive design. Expertise in compensation laws, compliance, and best practices. Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Excel; experience with HRIS and compensation systems preferred. Excellent communication and executive presentation skills. Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at all levels. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving capability, and strategic mindset. #J-18808-Ljbffr LHH