Senior Manager, Compensation

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Manager, Compensation in United States.

This role is ideal for an experienced compensation professional who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution. As Senior Manager, Compensation, you will own programs that impact every employee, including merit, bonus, and equity cycles, while providing strategic guidance to leadership. You will combine analytical rigor with executive presence to inform decisions, develop tools and frameworks, and drive alignment across cross-functional teams. This position offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing compensation analyst, shape the company’s compensation philosophy, and influence talent outcomes in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You will partner closely with People Ops, Finance, and senior executives to ensure compensation programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned with organizational goals.

• Lead end-to-end compensation programs, including annual and quarterly merit, bonus, and equity cycles, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and timelines.
• Maintain job architecture, leveling frameworks, and market positioning to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices.
• Build analytical models, dashboards, and reporting to translate pay outcomes into actionable insights for leadership.
• Prepare executive-level analyses and narratives, communicating complex scenarios, trade-offs, and recommendations clearly.
• Establish governance processes, audits, and documentation to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with internal policies.
• Develop manager toolkits, training materials, and FAQs to support consistent, fair compensation decisions across the organization.
• Manage and mentor a compensation analyst, setting goals, providing coaching, and scaling repeatable processes.

• 10+ years of experience in compensation, including designing, advising, and executing core pay programs across merit, bonus, and equity.
• Expertise in market pricing, equity, and variable pay design.
• Advanced analytical skills, including scenario modeling, data analysis, and translating complex data into clear recommendations.
• Proven ability to influence and partner with senior leaders and executives effectively.
• Strong operational skills with a track record of managing multi-step programs, sequencing, risk management, and quality control.
• Experience improving compensation workflows, tools, and systems to enhance program efficiency and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and enablement skills to develop readable, actionable documentation and training for managers.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in HR, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.

• Competitive salary, with ranges varying by location ($178,000–$256,000 depending on metro area).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid parental leave and generous PTO policies.
• Remote work flexibility, depending on location.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a collaborative environment.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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