Compensation Manager

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in York Region, Markham is seeking a Compensation Manager to support global compensation programs. The role involves providing compensation analysis and collaborating with HR teams. The ideal candidate has experience in compensation roles and possesses strong analytical and communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to shape compensation strategies and drive a high-performance culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a broad-based compensation role within a global workforce.
• Ability to resolve complex issues with creativity and precision.
• Solid understanding of statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide compensation analysis, benchmarking, and data modeling.
• Partner with internal teams on compensation matters.
• Support administration of merit and incentive planning processes.

Skills

Compensation analysis

Data modeling

Project management

Communication skills

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD

At AMD, our mission is to build great products that accelerate next‑generation computing experiences—from AI and data centers, to PCs, gaming and embedded systems. Grounded in a culture of innovation and collaboration, we believe real progress comes from bold ideas, human ingenuity and a shared passion to create something extraordinary. When you join AMD, you’ll discover the real differentiator is our culture. We push the limits of innovation to solve the world’s most important challenges—striving for execution excellence, while being direct, humble, collaborative, and inclusive of diverse perspectives. Join us as we shape the future of AI and beyond. Together, we advance your career.

THE ROLE

The Compensation Manager will support the development, implementation, and maintenance of AMD’s global compensation programs and initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company’s compensation philosophy and overall strategic objectives. Collaborating closely with HR team members and business leaders, this role plays a key part in ensuring pay programs attract and retain top talent, reinforce AMD’s values, and drive a high‑performance culture.

THE PERSON

The ideal candidate is an experienced compensation professional with a proven ability to support global initiatives and resolve complex issues with creativity and precision. They demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret and communicate complex data effectively. A collaborative mindset, coupled with outstanding project management and communication skills, will ensure success in this role.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide compensation analysis, benchmarking, data modeling, reporting, and problem‑solving to support AMD’s client groups.
• Partner with internal teams to provide expertise on compensation matters.
• Support the administration of merit, stock, and incentive planning processes, including system testing and data audits.
• Communicate compensation programs and train employees in related systems and processes.
• Collaborate with HR professionals to develop, assess, and lead compensation discussions, programs, and processes that support strategic objectives.
• Apply advanced compensation knowledge to address complex challenges and develop solutions.
• Participate in compensation surveys, perform job matching, and conduct ad‑hoc benchmarking and market research.
• Research and analyze global market data, salary surveys, and compensation trends to develop innovative programs.
• Conduct complex data analysis, interpret results, present findings, and recommend changes.
• Build and document internal processes while recommending improvements to existing procedures.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Extensive experience in a broad‑based compensation role within a global workforce.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and strong quantitative analysis skills.
• Familiarity with SAP and experience using Radford salary surveys and tools.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification preferred.
• Solid understanding of statistical analysis is beneficial.

ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.

Benefits

Benefits offered are described: AMD benefits at a glance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AMD and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity, inclusive employers and will consider all applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, political and/or third‑party affiliation, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective laws throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.