Compensation Manager

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Flexible Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k match

Commuter Benefit

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Compensation Manager to lead compensation methodology and analysis across the organization from a remote location. You will partner with management, Payroll, and Finance to design and administer compensation structures that support talent attraction and retention, with focus on job evaluation, leveling, and HRIS reporting for budgeting.

The role requires strong analytics, cross‑functional collaboration, and the ability to translate business needs into competitive pay

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Mathematics, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in compensation methodology and analysis.
• Experience in a large, global professional services firm is preferred.
• Proficiency in creating reports and analyzing data from HRIS systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for conveying complex ideas.
• Ability to maintain urgency and confidentiality.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assess compensation alignment with internal and external data for equity and competitiveness.
• Design, implement, and monitor compensation programs with management.
• Conduct job analysis and evaluate positions for appropriate salary bands.
• Review and level job descriptions within the hierarchy structure.
• Develop compensation plans with stakeholders to attract and retain talent.
• Collaborate with Payroll and Finance for efficient program administration.
• Generate analytical reports to support budgeting and strategic decisions.

Skills

Compensation analysis

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

HRIS reporting

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Compensation Manager to join the team of a leader in the Technical Services space.

This role will own compensation methodology and analysis across the organization, helping ensure pay programs remain competitive, equitable, and aligned with business strategy. You will partner closely with management, Payroll, Finance, and other stakeholders to design and administer compensation structures that support talent attraction and retention. The position also plays a key role in job evaluation, leveling, and HRIS-based reporting to inform budgeting and strategic decisions.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $135,000 - $175,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Assess compensation alignment with internal and external data for equity and competitiveness
• Design, implement, and monitor compensation programs with management
• Conduct job analysis and evaluate positions for appropriate salary bands
• Review and level job descriptions within the hierarchy structure
• Develop compensation plans with stakeholders to attract and retain talent
• Collaborate with Payroll and Finance for efficient program administration
• Generate analytical reports to support budgeting and strategic decisions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Mathematics, Finance, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in compensation methodology and analysis
• Experience in a large, global professional services firm is preferred
• Proficiency in creating reports and analyzing data from HRIS systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for conveying complex ideas
• Ability to maintain urgency and confidentiality
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• Flexible work environment with remote options
• Flexible Time Off policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match
• Commuter Benefit

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every qualification- your background could be exactly what this team needs.