Manager of Compensation

$72.16 - $81.73 per hour

Temporary

Dahl Consulting

Title : Manager of Compensation
Location : Minnetonka, MN | Hybrid – onsite 3+ days per week (Tuesday – Thursday required)
Job Type : Contract (3 months)
Compensation : $72.16 - $81.73/hr
Industry: Health Insurance
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About the Role
Our client, a leading nonprofit health benefits organization serving individuals, families, employers, and government programs, is seeking an experienced Manager of Compensation to lead and evolve its enterprise compensation strategy. This organization is committed to improving access to high-quality healthcare and delivering innovative solutions that support the well-being of the communities it serves.
Reporting within the Total Rewards function, this is a highly visible leadership role responsible for designing, implementing, and managing compensation programs that drive business performance, support talent acquisition and retention, and ensure equitable and competitive pay practices across the organization.
This is a hands-on leadership position with direct management responsibility for a team of three senior compensation consultants. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in compensation program design, including executive and/or sales compensation, along with strong leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management capabilities. Job Description
Compensation Strategy & Program Management
Lead the development, implementation, and administration of enterprise compensation programs, including:
Base salary structures
Annual incentive plans
Sales compensation programs
Executive compensation initiatives
Ensure compensation programs remain competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with organizational and business objectives.
Serve as the organization’s subject matter expert on compensation practices, trends, and regulatory requirements.
Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and pay evaluations to support data-driven compensation decisions.
Team Leadership & Development
Manage, coach, and develop a team of three Senior Compensation Consultants.
Establish performance goals, monitor progress, and ensure successful execution of team priorities.
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team culture.
Provide guidance on complex compensation issues and support professional growth across the team.
Compensation Architecture & Governance
Develop and maintain job architecture, salary structures, compensation frameworks, and governance processes.
Oversee compensation systems, processes, and reporting to ensure accuracy, scalability, and compliance.
Partner with HRIS, Payroll, and HR leadership to optimize compensation-related systems and workflows.
Business Partnership & Consulting
Collaborate closely with HR Business Partners and business leaders to understand workforce needs and provide strategic compensation guidance.
Advise stakeholders on job evaluations, compensation recommendations, market competitiveness, and pay equity considerations.
Communicate compensation philosophy, program changes, and compensation decisions to leaders and key stakeholders.
Project Leadership & Continuous Improvement
Lead and participate in cross-functional Total Rewards and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve compensation programs, processes, and governance practices.
Monitor compensation trends, emerging market practices, and legislative changes to recommend enhancements.
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
7+ years of progressive compensation experience.
Strong experience supporting sales compensation and/or executive compensation programs.
Previous people leadership experience, preferably managing compensation professionals or similar HR specialists.
Demonstrated expertise in compensation program design, salary administration, market pricing, incentive design, and job evaluation.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations.
Strong communication, consulting, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional business teams.
Knowledge of compensation regulations and pay governance practices.
Preferred
Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation.
Experience within healthcare, health insurance, managed care, or highly regulated industries.
Experience leading compensation transformation initiatives or implementing compensation frameworks and job architecture programs.
Advanced proficiency with compensation technology, HRIS platforms, and compensation analytics tools.
Benefits
Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits Summary: How to Apply
Take the first step on your new career path! To submit yourself for consideration for this role, simply click the apply button and complete our mobile-friendly online application. Once we’ve reviewed your application details, a recruiter will reach out to you with next steps! Equal Opportunity Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!

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