Compensation Manager

Nova Southeastern University; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Job summary

A forward-thinking university in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a Compensation Manager to lead a small team and manage competitive pay practices. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of compensation experience and strong analytical skills. This role offers a hybrid schedule, competitive salary of $110K–$120K, and opportunities for career growth. Join a mission-driven culture that values collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive compensation experience with exposure to job architecture or workforce planning.
• Experience mentoring or guiding others, direct management experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of compensation professionals to ensure competitive pay practices.
• Oversee annual salary review processes.
• Guide job architecture redesign projects.
• Conduct job evaluations and salary studies.
• Advise on compensation strategy, policy, and compliance.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Mentoring or guiding others

Education

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

Master’s degree and/or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)

Tools

HRIS

Compensation modeling tools

Job description

Nova Southwestern University provided pay range

This range is provided by Nova Southwestern University. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$110.00/yr - $120.00/yr

Talent Acquisition Consultant @ Nova Southwestern University | Talent Acquisition and Talent Sourcing

At Nova Southwestern University (NSU), we’re driven by innovation, purpose, and people. As an independent, not-for-profit university recognized for academic excellence and community impact since 1964, we’re looking for a forward-thinking Compensation Manager ready to grow into leadership and help shape the future of our workforce programs.

If you’re an experienced Senior Compensation Analyst looking to take the next step in your career — to lead a team, drive strategic projects, and make a measurable impact — this is your opportunity.

Why Join NSU

• Competitive Pay: $110K–$120K annual salary
• Hybrid Schedule: 2 days in-office, 3 days remote
• Career Growth: Manage a team of four and lead high-visibility university wide initiatives
• Mission-Driven Culture: Join a collaborative environment that values your expertise, data-driven insights, and commitment to excellence

What You’ll Do

As Compensation Manager, you’ll lead a small but mighty team of compensation professionals and collaborate with HR leaders and senior administrators to ensure NSU’s pay practices remain competitive, equitable, and aligned with strategic goals.

You’ll play a key role in:

• Overseeing annual salary merit and market review processes
• Guiding the job architecture redesign project to streamline titles, levels, and career paths
• Supporting workforce planning and data analytics initiatives to inform long-term decisions
• Conducting job evaluations, salary studies, and market benchmarking across the university
• Advising HR partners and leaders on compensation strategy, policy, and compliance
• Enhancing data quality, governance, and reporting through HRIS and analytical tools

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
• 6+ years of progressive compensation experience with exposure to job architecture or workforce planning
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills; proficiency with HRIS and compensation modeling tools
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to advise and influence senior leaders
• Experience mentoring or guiding others (direct management experience a plus)

Preferred

• Master’s degree and/or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation
• Prior experience in higher education or large, complex organizations

The NSU Difference

At NSU, we believe in developing people and possibilities. You’ll find a workplace that values collaboration, innovation, and your growth as a professional and leader. Be part of a university community where your work truly matters — and your ideas shape the future.

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Apply on NSU Careers.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance