Senior Compensation Manager

Senior Compensation ManagerOld Mission is a global proprietary trading firm that leverages state-of-the-art technology and research to identify and execute profitable trading strategies across multiple asset classes around the world. Our offices in Chicago, New York, and London are all composed of naturally-curious individuals who thrive in a team environment and constantly strive for improvement.About This RoleWe're looking for a Senior Compensation Manager to lead compensation strategy and operations for the firm. This role owns the day-to-day design, analysis, and administration of our pay programs - from market benchmarking to pay equity to merit cycles - and serves as the go-to expert on compensation matters for HR and business leaders. You'll have real ownership over how we pay people, with the opportunity to shape and mature our total rewards programs as the firm grows. Just as important, this is a people-facing role. You'll sit across from candidates, employees, and managers to explain and, where appropriate, negotiate compensation directly - listening closely, building trust, and gathering the context that leads to better pay decisions.What You'll DoPartner with leadership in designing, benchmarking, and managing competitive compensation structuresManage bonus and promotion cycles, including budget modeling and analysisAnalyze compensation trends and present findings/recommendations to leadershipSupport benefits program administration and vendor relationships (with room to shape broader total rewards strategy over time)Serve as the primary point of contact for compensation questions from employees, managers, and HR partners, and guide them through pay decisions in direct conversationsCommunicate compensation decisions and the reasoning behind them directly to candidates and employees, and help shape how the firm frames and delivers pay conversationsLead and support compensation negotiations for offers, promotions, and retention, balancing individual expectations against internal budgetListen for and surface the information gathered during compensation conversations, feeding those insights back into strategy, program design, and market positioningOwn the company's participation in compensation surveys and lead market benchmarking for all rolesBuild and maintain dashboards and reporting for compensation and total rewards metricsWhat We're Looking For8+ years of experience in compensation, HR analytics, or a related total rewards functionStrong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, modeling); advanced HRIS experience (ADP preferred)Deep familiarity with compensation surveys (Radford, Mercer, Willis Towers Watson, etc.) and market pricing methodologySolid understanding of pay equity principles and pay transparency regulations, with experience implementing related processesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detailAbility to handle sensitive/confidential data with discretionExcellent communication skills, ability to translate data into clear recommendations for stakeholders and leadership, and to communicate pay decisions clearly and confidently in direct conversations with employees and candidatesStrong negotiation skills, with the ability to reach outcomes that work for both the individual and the firmStrategic mindset - able to connect individual pay conversations and offers to the firm's broader compensation strategy and business goalsStrong active listening and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and draw out important information during sensitive conversationsDemonstrated ability to independently own projects from analysis through implementationBachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (or equivalent experience)Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification preferredDesigning, benchmarking, and managing competitive, legally compliant compensation structuresWhy This RoleThis is an opportunity to lead and shape total rewards strategy at a growing firm, with real visibility into leadership decisions and a clear path to expand scope as the function matures. Benefits and Perks Fully paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life InsuranceFully stocked kitchen; free breakfast and lunch every day on-siteTuition Reimbursement Program401(k) with employer matchPaid Vacation, Sick, and Parental leavesCommuter and Flexible Spending Programs Base Salary Range $150,000 - $250,000 - Salaries are based on numerous factors such as skills, experience, and education. Our compensation package also includes a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees. For more information, reach out to your recruiter.