Senior Manager

Position: Senior Manager, Compensation
Position Summary:

The Senior Manager, Compensation will be responsible for managing compensation programs across various lines of business., including planning, implementing, monitoring and supporting program design in partnership with the Senior Director, Total Rewards. This role will be ensuring our compensation programs are competitive and pay practices are equitable.

Primary Accountabilities:
HR Partnership:
Compensation Recommendations for all business units

Review and analyze benchmark market data, including internal equity, to provide expert advice to HR Managers/Directors and business leaders regarding compensation issues (i.e. internal wage increases, external offers, job descriptions, and promotions)

Based on comprehensive analysis, provide recommendations for the design and development of salary scales/grids

Act as an internal consultant/knowledge resource. Provide subject matter advice/expertise to both business leaders and the HR team to ensure policies and practices are applied consistently.

Provide guidance and advice to business and HR colleagues on questions relating to compensation, job evaluation and market analysis

Forecast and determine cost for program changes and wage increases

Market Competitiveness

Lead market benchmarking efforts, compensation analytics, and survey participation to keep ahead of industry trends across all business units.

Translate compensation data into actionable insights that enhance employee experience and engagement.

Prepare and present results/recommendations to leaders based on research and analysis of market data to determine competitiveness at various levels within the organization

Research compensation programs for new contracts and business lines across; providing recommendation for RFP process

Compliance and Oversight of Compensation Programs

Develop guidelines, implement and administer compensation programs, including annual/periodic reviews

Lead annual compensation processes, including preparing communication materials, partnering with Finance on budgeting, and forecasting.

Develop and maintain salary structures and the job evaluation system

Lead pay equity analysis, job evaluations, and compliance initiatives to ensure fairness and transparency.

Future-Focused Program Design

In partnership with the Senior Director, Total Rewards, develop innovative policies and compensation frameworks aligned with our Total Rewards philosophy.

Qualifications &

Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required.

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation required.

Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in Compensation and/or Total Rewards, including job evaluation, market analysis, compensation program design, and administration across multiple business lines.

Demonstrated experience developing compensation frameworks, policies, governance practices, and innovative solutions that support organizational strategy and employee experience.

Strong business acumen and consulting skills, with the ability to provide trusted advice and influence leaders through data-driven recommendations.

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data to meaningful insights and actionable recommendations.

Proven ability to create clear, concise, and client-ready materials, including executive presentations, business cases, policies, guidelines, and communication tools.

Highly detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, quality, and continuous improvement.

Demonstrated ability to lead projects, manage competing priorities, and deliver results in an evolving environment.

Strong collaboration and relationship-management skills, with experience working across Human…