Manager, Compensation

Together We Innovate. Together We Change. Design, plan and implement compensation strategies and programs for a Fortune 500 company with some of the most iconic brands! Are you interested in being a key contributor in supporting the development of enterprise solutions to support compensation initiatives? Have a bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in compensation analysis, design, and administration? If so, we want to speak with you! We are actively recruiting a Manager, Compensation to join our department in Richmond, VA. This position is in Richmond, VA with a hybrid work schedule. Relocation benefits will be provide. As a Manager of Compensation, you will serve as a trusted advisor to HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders across the enterprise. What you will be doing: Partnering with HRBPs to consult with business clients and deliver compensation solutions that support business objectives. Performing significant data analysis on compensation topics, including base pay, short-term incentive plans, long-term incentive plans, pay for performance, benchmarking and market data, annual survey participation and labor market trends. Providing advice and guidance through the job evaluation process to appropriately value work in our organization and ensure internal equity and external competitiveness. Partnering with Talent Acquisition on delivering highly competitive and attractive new hire offers to meet our diverse talent needs. Leading complex compensation projects, from design through delivery, including change management, and training. Delivering compensation programs, including annual base salary increases, promotions, short-term and long-term incentives, stock administration, and other salary movement. Providing up-to‑date market intelligence on competitive compensation trends and practices. Ensuring compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including wage and hour, equal pay, and pay transparency requirements, and creating the supporting policy and procedure documentation. We want you to have: 8+ years of relevant experience with 5+ years of experience in compensation analysis, design, and administration. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), preferred. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations as they apply to base compensation and incentive compensation programs, company policies, and operations. Proficiency with HRIS and compensation platforms, market pricing and survey tools and application of AI to compensation spaces. Experience with SuccessFactors preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to influence partners and clients at all levels. Experience with job architecture, salary structure design, and skills-based approaches to pay. Experience applying analytics, modeling, and data visualization to project the impact of proposed changes. The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $119,600.00 - $173,450.00. Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here: Work where connection and flexibility meet — enjoy the benefits of in‑person collaboration three days a week (Tuesday - Thursday), while maintaining the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Our hybrid approach empowers you to stay connected, collaborate with colleagues, and manage your schedule in a way that works best for you. Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5-hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully. A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real. Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus. A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%–17% of your base salary. Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends. Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments. Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well‑being at whatever stage you are in your life. A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference. At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. For decades we’ve been leaders in the tobacco industry, but the industry is evolving - and so are we. Our Vision is Moving Beyond Smoking™. At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders. Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser‑Busch InBev and Cronos Group. #J-18808-Ljbffr Altria Group, Inc.