Compensation Manager - US/CAN Region

Clarios; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing leader based in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Compensation Manager to design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in total rewards, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Responsibilities include executing a regional Total Rewards strategy and managing annual compensation programs. This role offers comprehensive benefits including health coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision care coverage

401(k) savings plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave programs

Flexible spending

Business travel insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of total rewards experience.
• Experience in leading or supporting the development of HR strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a regional Total Rewards strategy.
• Provide compensation design expertise for strategic initiatives.
• Oversee design and administration of regional incentive plans.

Skills

Total Rewards expertise

Compensation design

Analytical skills

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field

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Compensation Manager - US/CAN Region, Plymouth

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Location:

Plymouth, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

What you will do-

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Total Rewards professional to join our HR leadership team for the US and Canada region. As a key member of the regional HR leadership team, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the agility to balance day-to-day operational excellence with long-term strategic planning. A core focus of this role will be designing and managing competitive compensation, benefits, and incentive programs tailored to a predominantly manufacturing workforce. Ensuring market competitiveness to attract, engage, and retain shop floor talent is essential.

How you will do it-

Develop and execute a regional Total Rewards strategy for compensation, benefits, and communications in partnership with the Director of Benefits US/CAN.

Roll out the US compensation playbook across all plants, training and supporting HR leaders in benchmarking and program ownership.

Provide compensation design expertise for strategic initiatives, including incentive redesigns that align with operational goals and are easy to understand.

Lead the implementation of a career framework in the US/CAN region to support pay equity and transparency.

Manage annual compensation programs, including salary planning and incentive design, in coordination with the Global Total Rewards Manager.

Analyze plant leadership and staff roles to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity.

Oversee design and administration of regional incentive plans, proactively addressing stakeholder concerns.

Represent the US/CAN region in global Total Rewards initiatives, ensuring local needs are reflected in global strategies.

Serve as the primary contact for recognition programs, aligning regional efforts with global processes and tools.

What we look for-

Required

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

Minimum of 10 years of total rewards experience.

Experience in leading or supporting the development of a sub-functional strategy (e.g., total rewards, payroll, etc.) that supports a broader HR and/or business strategy.

Experience managing the change associated with a significant program, system, or framework implementation

Preferred

Ability to translate organizational challenges and needs into programs that enhance employee attraction and retention.

What you get:

• Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
• Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
• Parental and caregiver leave programs
• All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
• Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
• HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
• Clarios has been recogizned as one of 2024's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the second consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.