Director, Talent Manager, HR​/Recruitment

Overview

This role will influence and implement Carnival Corporation's compensation strategy within the Operating Unit and collaborate with HR business partners in the planning and management of compensation programs that support and drive the company's business strategy. This is a senior role within the Global HR team and sets the direction for how compensation strategies are implemented within the individual Operating Unit.

The Compensation Director will work closely with the Operating Unit leadership team, HR business partners, and other key departments to support business goals and enhance employee retention. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of compensation design, excellent communication skills, and significant leadership experience. Additionally, this role will ensure alignment and collaboration across the brands within Carnival Corporation.

• Compensation Strategy & Program Design

  • Execute shoreside compensation strategies that support talent acquisition, retention, and performance.

  • Lead annual compensation planning cycles for the Operating Unit including salary reviews, incentive programs, and market benchmarking.

  • Implement HCM functionality to support compensation workflows and analytics in the respective Operating Unit.

  • Ensure alignment with Global HR goals, regulatory requirements, and internal governance standards.

• Budgeting & Financial Modeling

  • Prepare cost modeling and impact analyses to support executive decision-making.

  • Collaborate with Finance and HR to ensure funding strategies are sustainable and aligned with business needs.

• Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Partner with HR Business Partners, Operating Unit stakeholders, and Finance to deliver integrated compensation solutions in accordance with the Corporate strategy.

  • Provide expert consultation to senior leaders on compensation decisions, job leveling and pay equity.

  • Lead cross-functional initiatives on behalf of the Operating Unit to improve compensation processes and systems.

  • Advise managers, HR Partners, Talent Acquisition Partners on pay decisions, policy interpretation, job evaluations, and compensation best practice.

• Communication

  • Support and help lead Compensation projects on behalf of the Operating Unit and ensure alignment across regions.

  • Drive communication and training around compensation programs to build awareness and understanding across the Operating Unit.

• Compliance & Administration

  • Ensure all compensation policies, plans, and programs are administered in compliance with applicable regulations, laws, and codes.

  • Oversee the compensation items of SOX and RASS control to maintain regulatory compliance for the Operating Unit.

  • Implement and direct HR information systems related to compensation administration. Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.

  • Responsible for ensuring the Operating Unit employees and managers are following all relevant compensation-related policies and identifying additional policies needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned

• 10+ years of relevant work experience.

• Experience in a large, complex Global organization or multinational company with deep understanding of compensation principles, methods, program design, forecasting, salary planning, incentive programs, variable pay, and market analysis.

• Strong business acumen.

• Ability to lead small teams and influence across a global, matrixed organization.

• Skilled at navigating complex discussions with regional stakeholders.

• Work independently and effectively manage projects from inception through execution in a fast-paced environment.

• Impact: Ability to build relationships, partner, gain credibility and influence senior leadership and peers to drive results. Strong communication, presentation, analytical, and project management skills.

• Leadership: A senior member of the Corporate Global HR team who positively impacts an inclusive high-performing culture within Compensation; lead, manage and support professional staff, and collaborate with Brand teams and stakeholders.

• Knowledge: Understanding of workplace policies and procedures;…