Director, Compensation - Enabling Functions

Director, Compensation Location: Hartford, CT (open to candidates based elsewhere). Responsibilities Lead the development of forward‑looking compensation and job architecture strategies aligned with enterprise business strategy, transformation initiatives, and workforce priorities. Integrate Strategic Workforce Planning with compensation design to ensure alignment between future talent demand (skills, capabilities, capacity) and compensation structures. Drive the evolution of job architecture from role‑based to skills‑informed frameworks, enabling flexibility, scalability, and internal mobility. Own and evolve job architecture frameworks, including job structures, leveling, career paths, and competency/skills alignment. Partner with HR and business leaders to translate emerging skill needs (e.g., AI, data, digital) into job design and compensation strategies. Act as a trusted thought partner to HRBP and senior business leaders, providing executive‑ready insights and recommendations on pay, structure, and workforce investments. Ensure alignment with compensation philosophy, internal equity, and regulatory requirements. Translate external market trends (skills scarcity, emerging roles, pay premiums) into actionable compensation strategies. Utilize tools such as Workday, market data platforms, and AI‑enabled analytics to enhance scenario modeling, forecasting, and decision support. Lead and develop one direct report, providing coaching, performance management, and career development support. Foster strong team engagement and accountability while contributing as an active member of the Broad‑Based Compensation leadership team. Qualifications 10+ years of progressive compensation experience, with strong emphasis on strategy, transformation, and enterprise initiatives. Proven ability to operate as a strategic advisor to senior leaders and influence across complex, matrixed organizations. Strong analytical and financial acumen, with experience translating data into business and workforce insights. Experience leading cross‑functional transformation initiatives with enterprise impact. Proficiency in compensation and HR systems (Workday, market pricing tools) and advanced analytics. High integrity and ability to operate at executive level with sensitive and high‑impact decisions. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience; CCP or advanced degree a plus. Compensation The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short‑term or annual bonuses, long‑term incentives, and on‑the‑spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is: $142,400 - $213,600. Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age. #J-18808-Ljbffr