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What is the role of a Senior Manager, Compensation at Jobgether?

The Senior Manager, Compensation position at Jobgether is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Human Resources field.

Where is this Senior Manager, Compensation job located?

United States, Other / Non-US, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Senior Manager, Compensation role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this Senior Manager, Compensation job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

Senior Manager, Compensation job near me in United States, Other / Non-US at Jobgether

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 the United States.

This role sits at the center of a high-impact total rewards function, shaping how compensation strategy supports talent attraction, retention, and fairness across a globally recognized media organization. You will act as a trusted advisor to HR, Finance, and senior leadership, helping design and govern compensation frameworks that balance market competitiveness, internal equity, and compliance requirements. The role spans base pay, incentives, and performance-based programs while also supporting complex organizational initiatives such as collective bargaining. You will operate as both a strategic thinker and hands-on compensation expert, leveraging data, benchmarking, and HR systems to drive decisions. This is a highly visible position where your work directly influences workforce strategy, employee experience, and organizational effectiveness across multiple business units and regions.

Accountabilities

In this role, you will lead the design, execution, and continuous improvement of compensation programs while serving as a key advisor on pay strategy and governance. You will ensure compensation practices are competitive, compliant, and aligned with business goals across diverse functions and geographies.

Act as a strategic advisor to HR and senior leadership on compensation philosophy, structure, and pay decisions
Design, implement, and manage base pay, bonus, and incentive compensation programs
Lead annual compensation cycles including merit, bonus, and salary review processes
Conduct market pricing, benchmarking, and salary survey analysis to ensure competitive positioning
Support compensation strategy and planning related to collective bargaining agreements
Ensure compliance with U.S. and international pay transparency and compensation regulations
Partner with Finance on incentive planning and performance alignment
Manage external compensation vendors, tools, and survey providers
Leverage HR systems and compensation technologies to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability
Drive process improvements, automation opportunities, and reporting enhancements
Support HR Business Partners, Recruitment, and leadership on compensation planning and organizational changes
Deliver training, guidance, and compensation education to internal stakeholders
Ensure accuracy and quality control of compensation statements and communications

Requirements

This role requires deep expertise in compensation strategy, strong analytical capability, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders across complex organizational environments. You should be comfortable working with data, systems, and cross-functional partners to shape enterprise-wide compensation outcomes.

8–10 years of experience in compensation, total rewards, or related HR/finance roles
Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Finance, or related field (CCP certification preferred)
Strong understanding of compensation structures, incentive design, and market benchmarking
Experience managing compensation cycles in complex or multi-business environments
Advanced Excel skills (modeling, pivot tables, data analysis)
Strong knowledge of HRIS and compensation systems, including vendor management
Experience with compensation surveys, tools, and external market data providers
Strong communication and influencing skills with senior leadership and stakeholders
Solid understanding of U.S. multi-state compensation compliance and pay transparency laws
Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced and ambiguous environments
Experience with unionized environments is a plus
Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and data integrity

Benefits

Competitive base salary range: $120,000 – $135,000
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plans and financial wellness support
Flexible remote work options (U.S.-based roles only)
Paid time off and company holidays
Exposure to global compensation strategy across multiple regions
Opportunities to influence enterprise-wide compensation design and policy
Access to professional development and HR technology tools
Collaborative and cross-functional work environment
Work on high-impact initiatives including collective bargaining and pay equity programs

How Jobgether works:

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.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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