Director, Global Compensation

Join Expedia Group to shape the future of travel as a Director of Global Compensation. This role supports the Total Rewards team within People & Places, helping design and deliver globally consistent compensation programs. Responsibilities Lead global core compensation programs with end‑to‑end ownership, including annual compensation review cycles and off‑cycle salary actions. Serve as an expert consultant to assigned business units, supporting leaders on all compensation‑related talent matters. Design, implement, communicate, and administer compensation programs that align with enterprise priorities and create a consistent employee experience. Act as a trusted compensation advisor to business leaders, HR partners, Talent Acquisition, Mobility, and other stakeholders on compensation decisions. Conduct detailed market and internal analysis to assess pay practices, support pay range reviews, ensure regulatory compliance/reporting/documentation, and strengthen alignment to business needs and external trends. Guide business partners and leaders through large‑scale compensation events, providing clarity, operational excellence, and strong change management. Recommend solutions within the Total Rewards framework for compensation needs such as new hire offers, internal transfers, promotions, international mobility, retention moves, and off‑cycle cash, salary, or equity awards. Monitor internal and external compensation trends, translate insights into action, and proactively influence short‑ and long‑term decision making. Qualifications 10+ years of progressive compensation experience. Demonstrated success leading and implementing large‑scale compensation programs in complex, global organizations. Strong analytical capability and ability to lead advanced compensation analysis in Excel. Excellent executive presence, presentation skills, and sound business judgment. Proven ability to independently drive initiatives with broad scope and complexity across a business unit or enterprise. Advanced ability to build rapport and trust with client groups and influence decisions at senior leadership levels. Excellent understanding of business needs and how to apply compensation expertise flexibly and adaptively. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting global compensation programs across multiple geographies and regulatory environments. Experience balancing strategic program leadership with hands‑on advisory support for business‑as‑usual compensation matters. Experience working across cross‑functional stakeholder groups in a matrixed environment. Compensation & Benefits The total cash range for this position in Seattle is $207,500.00 to $290,500.00, with potential to increase up to $332,000.00 based on performance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness & travel reimbursement, travel discounts, and an International Airlines Travel Agent (IATAN) membership. Equal Opportunity Statement Expedia Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This employer participates in E‑Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr 11105 Expedia, Inc.