Job Description
Job Purpose
The Senior Manager, Compensation will lead the strategic design, implementation, and governance of global compensation programs, including base salary administration, annual incentive plans, and long-term equity strategies. This role will serve as a key advisor to the Director of Compensation and collaborate with HR Business Partners, senior executives, and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compensation practices are competitive, equitable, and aligned with enterprise-wide objectives. The Senior Manager will also oversee a team of compensation professionals and drive continuous improvement across compensation operations.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic thought partner to HR and business leaders across global functions, influencing compensation decisions that support talent and business strategies.
- Consult with local EMEA leadership on compensation philosophy
- Oversee market analyses and benchmarking to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices across geographies and job families.
- Own the development and evolution of global salary structures, job architecture frameworks, and compensation governance policies.
- Present compensation insights, trends, and risk assessments to executive leadership and influence strategic decisions.
- Ensure compliance with UK and EMEA compensation regulations
- Develop and deliver enterprise-wide training and communication strategies to support compensation programs and change initiatives.
- Drive compensation-related projects and process improvements with a focus on scalability, automation, and operational excellence.
- Mentor and manage a team of compensation analysts and managers, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
Knowledge And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field; Master’s degree or CCP certification strongly preferred.
- Extensive experience in compensation, including leadership roles in global organizations.
- Proven experience managing large-scale compensation cycles and leading cross-functional initiatives.
- Advanced analytical and modeling skills with expertise in Excel, MarketPay, and enterprise HRIS platforms.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior executives and drive alignment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong commitment to data integrity, confidentiality, and compliance with global compensation standards.
