Compensation Partner

Compensation Partner The Compensation Partner will play an integral role in the delivery of Leidos Corporate Compensation policies, procedures and programs to meet the diverse and fast paced day-to-day compensation needs of their respective Sector, Business Area & Division. Reporting to the Sr. Director Total Rewards Strategic Partnering provides consultative support and guidance to all levels of leadership and the HR community in compensation and total rewards activities, including base pay administration, bonus and incentive development, regulatory and compliance matters, internal and external market considerations, and workforce data and analytics insights, etc. in order to achieve our organizational and human resources objectives. The selected individual will collaborate within a team and be responsible for day-to-day operational support, in addition to implementing, and administering the organization's compensation and incentive policies, procedures, programs and project initiatives. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares. Job Description Serve as the primary compensation partner and trusted advisor for assigned business organizations, providing guidance to all levels of management and the HR community on compensation philosophy, programs, policies, practices, and systems. Be a strategic partner within the organizationally-aligned sector on the implementation and support of compensation practices based on the group's unique needs and objectives, partnering with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and other stakeholders to support workforce-related decisions. Evaluate and approve salary adjustments using sound compensation fundamentals and internal review framework. Ensure proper alignment to the Leidos job architecture for all existing employees and new hires. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, legal statutes, and internal control requirements of compensation decisions. Evaluate and approve bonus and incentive requests for compliance, reasonableness, and appropriateness. Proactively evaluate pay practices for alignment with internal and external equity and pay trends, leveraging workforce data and market insights to identify trends and make informed recommendations. Leverage AI-enabled tools and technologies to enhance analysis, improve work product quality, and increase efficiency. Conduct FLSA classification and exemption analysis, providing guidance to management and HR on wage and hour compliance for assigned sector positions. Develop clear, audience-ready presentations and materials to communicate compensation procedures, recommendations, and analysis to leadership and HR stakeholders. Education, Experience and Competencies Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required. 8+ years of experience in Compensation or a related field. Thorough knowledge of compensation philosophies and practices. Thorough knowledge of FLSA compliance, rules and application. Understanding of HR systems, market survey submissions and analysis. Knowledge of Workday HCM preferred. Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret and summarize key areas. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Expert knowledge of office software, especially Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Adapts and works effectively with a variety of situations, individuals, or groups. Industry experience is a plus. Experience partnering with business leaders and HR stakeholders in a consultative capacity is a plus. Ability to navigate difficult conversations with tact, confidence, and sound judgment. Strong team player who collaborates effectively across HR, Compensation, Total Rewards and business stakeholders Pay Range Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00 About Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit Pay and Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. Remote Remote #J-18808-Ljbffr Leidos