Program Manager

Position: Compensation Program Manager
The Compensation Program Manager plays a critical role in the administration, execution, and continuous improvement of enterprise compensation programs within a highly matrixed organization. Reporting to the Director, Compensation, this role partners closely with HR and Total Rewards Partners, Talent Acquisition, HR Systems, Finance, and business leaders to manage core compensation operations, annual pay planning processes, job architecture activities, and compensation analytics.  This position requires strong operational expertise, analytical capability, and hands-on experience with Workday compensation processes in a large, complex enterprise environment.

The ideal candidate brings a balance of strategic thinking and operational execution, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering high-quality client support and scalable compensation solutions.  Responsibilities Compensation Program Administration Administer and support enterprise-wide compensation programs, including annual merit and bonus cycles, promotions, market adjustments, and off-cycle compensation actions   Partner with HR and Total Rewards Partners and business leaders to provide guidance on compensation decisions, pay positioning, and internal equity considerations   Support the development, implementation, and administration of salary structures, incentive programs, and compensation policies   Ensure compensation programs are executed accurately, consistently, and in compliance with company guidelines and regulatory requirements   Participate in compensation planning activities related to organizational changes, workforce planning, and talent retention initiatives   Job Architecture & Market Pricing Support the ongoing maintenance and governance of the company’s job architecture, leveling framework, and career progression structures   Conduct job evaluations and market pricing analyses using compensation survey data and external benchmarking tools   Partner with Talent Acquisition and HR teams to develop competitive compensation packages for new hires and internal mobility actions   Analyze compensation data and trends to identify market movement, compression issues, and pay equity considerations   Workday & Compensation Operations Serve as a key functional partner for Workday compensation administration, configuration support, testing, and process execution   Support annual compensation cycle configuration and validation activities within Workday   Collaborate with HRIS, Payroll, and Finance teams to ensure data integrity and operational efficiency across compensation processes   Develop and maintain compensation reports, dashboards, and analytics to support leadership decision-making and program effectiveness   Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and operational scalability   Analytics & Business Partnership Conduct complex compensation analyses and provide actionable recommendations to HR and business leaders   Prepare presentations, reports, and modeling scenarios for compensation reviews and leadership discussions   Support compensation-related audits, compliance reporting, and regulatory requirements, including pay transparency and pay equity initiatives   Assist with compensation due diligence and integration support related to mergers, acquisitions, and organizational changes   Collaboration & Stakeholder Support Build strong working relationships across HR, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and business leadership teams   Deliver responsive, high-quality consultation and support in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment   Communicate compensation programs and processes clearly to managers and employees   Contribute to a culture of operational excellence,…