Sales Compensation Director - Data and Architecture

Page Executive; New York; Remote; GBP 134,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Page Executive is seeking an Associate Director, Sales Compensation Data & Strategy to own the data architecture behind a global sales compensation function. The role is remote (US) with leadership accountability for data governance, automation, and executive reporting across Finance, Revenue Operations, and Technology.

You will drive data integrity, scalability, and insights using Power BI, while mentoring a team of analysts and collaborating with senior leaders on enterprise-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience across Sales Compensation, Revenue Operations, Data Strategy, Finance Systems, or related functions.
• Strong leadership experience managing analytical or operational teams.
• Expertise in SQL, database design, ETL processes, and data governance.
• Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Python, Alteryx, or VBA.
• Deep understanding of SOX controls, audit requirements, and data quality frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the data architecture supporting global sales compensation processes.
• Lead commission data governance, controls, and SOX-compliant processes.
• Design and optimise databases, reporting structures, and automated workflows.
• Partner with Finance, Sales Operations, BI, and Technology teams to enhance data quality and scalability.
• Drive automation across reconciliation, reporting, and adjustment processes.
• Deliver executive-level insights through Power BI and other reporting platforms.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing analytical team.
• Act as the senior escalation point for commission-related data challenges and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Tools

SQL

Power BI

Python

Alteryx

VBA

Job description

• Own the data strategy and infrastructure behind a global sales organization
• Drivie commission accuracy, automation, and executive decision-making at scale.

About Our Client

The company operates in the Financial Services industry in New York, but this role can be remote.

Job Description

Associate Director, Sales Compensation Data & Strategy Remote (US) | Leadership Opportunity

We're partnering with a global market-leading information, technology, and data business seeking an experienced Sales Compensation leader to own the data strategy, governance, and infrastructure behind a complex global commission function.

This is a highly visible leadership position sitting at the intersection of Sales Compensation, Finance, Revenue Operations, Data, and Technology. You'll be responsible for building and overseeing the data architecture that supports commission calculations, sales performance reporting, and executive decision-making for a large commercial organization.

Working closely with senior leadership, you'll drive data integrity, automation, reporting, and process improvement while leading a team of analysts and partnering with stakeholders across Finance, Sales, Operations, and Technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the data architecture supporting global sales compensation processes.
• Lead commission data governance, controls, and SOX-compliant processes.
• Design and optimise databases, reporting structures, and automated workflows.
• Partner with Finance, Sales Operations, BI, and Technology teams to enhance data quality and scalability.
• Drive automation across reconciliation, reporting, and adjustment processes.
• Deliver executive-level insights through Power BI and other reporting platforms.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing analytical team.
• Act as the senior escalation point for commission-related data challenges and strategic initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• 10+ years of experience across Sales Compensation, Revenue Operations, Data Strategy, Finance Systems, or related functions.
• Strong leadership experience managing analytical or operational teams.
• Expertise in SQL, database design, ETL processes, and data governance.
• Experience with automation tools such as Python, Alteryx, or VBA.
• Proven track record building scalable reporting and analytics solutions.
• Strong understanding of SOX controls, audit requirements, and data integrity frameworks.
• Experience with commission platforms such as Xactly, Anaplan, SAP Commissions, or similar is highly desirable.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a global sales compensation function within a world-class organization. You'll have significant influence over data strategy, commercial decision-making, and operational excellence while partnering directly with senior business leaders on enterprise-wide initiatives.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• 10+ years of experience across Sales Compensation, Revenue Operations, Data Strategy, Finance Systems, or related functions.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing analytical or operational teams.
• Strong expertise in SQL, database design, data governance, and ETL processes.
• Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Python, Alteryx, or VBA.
• Deep understanding of sales compensation programs, commission calculations, and revenue crediting methodologies.
• Experience building scalable reporting and analytics solutions using Power BI or similar tools.
• Strong knowledge of SOX controls, audit requirements, and data quality frameworks.
• Ability to identify, investigate, and resolve complex data and revenue anomalies.
• Experience with sales compensation platforms such as Xactly, Anaplan, SAP Commissions, or similar technologies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate complex data concepts into actionable business insights.
• Proactive, commercially minded, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
• A track record of driving process improvement, automation, and operational excellence at scale.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent employment.
• Salary range of $180,000 to $220,000.