Manager, Compensation

IntroAre you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!Why you'll love this jobThe Manager, Compensation is part of the Global Compensation, Mobility, and People Support team within the People Division. This people leader reports to the Director, Compensation and is responsible for leading and developing a team while overseeing compensation programs and initiatives. The role partners closely with HR and business leaders to support compensation decisions and ensure alignment with pay philosophy, governance, and market competitiveness.What you'll doThis list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.Manage daily operations of broad‑based compensation programs, including job leveling, salary structures, annual merit processes, compensation policies, budgeting inputs, salary survey participation, and market researchBuild collaborative, consultative relationships with business leaders and HR partners to support business needs while ensuring equitable, consistent, and competitive compensation practicesPartner closely with the broader People organization—including Talent Acquisition, People Business Partners, Compliance, and HRIS—to support compensation decisions, resolve issues, and maintain alignment with policies and governanceConduct and review comprehensive compensation analyses to evaluate pay issues, recommend solutions, and ensure market competitiveness using internal and external benchmarking dataProvide guidance and recommendations on offers, promotions, job leveling, pay grade assignments, range placements, and retention actions while ensuring decisions align with compensation philosophy and governanceSupport the development, administration, and communication of compensation programs, policies, and job architecture updates in partnership with cross‑functional Compensation teamsRepresent the Compensation team in cross‑functional discussions; provide backup coverage for peers as needed and escalate complex items to the Director when appropriateCollaborate closely with other Compensation team members to share insights, ensure consistency in recommendations, and drive continuous improvement in compensation processes and toolsAdditional responsibilities as assignedAll you'll need for successMinimum Qualifications – Education & Prior Job ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or other related field or equivalent related experience5 years work experience in a compensation/analytical role3 years experience with complex project managementPreferred Qualifications – Education & Prior Job Experience5+ years of progressive compensation experienceExperience supporting large, complex, or multi‑functional business groupsExperience designing and administering incentive plansExperience working in aviation, transportation, or similarly large operational environmentsSkills, Licenses, and CertificationsAbility to manage competing projects and priorities and identifying ways to efficiently complete projects and analyses accurately and on-timeAbility to build relationships and provide advice/internal consultation to corporate leaders and team membersExperience managing or leading others (directly or indirectly)Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and compensation toolsExperience conducting market pricing and managing annual compensation processesAbility to communicate highly sensitive information effectively to employees and management at all levels of the companyExpert knowledge in compensation structures, job grading, job slotting, HR policy and reporting requirementsAttention to detail and strong analytical skillsCCP (Certified Compensation Professional) or progress toward certificationWhat you'll getFeel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer: Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more. Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.Feel free to be yourself at AmericanFrom the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.