Compensation Manager (Financial Services)

Atlantic Group; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services recruiting firm is seeking a Compensation Manager in Boston, MA to lead compensation strategy and analysis. The successful candidate will conduct benchmarking, manage compensation planning, and collaborate with HR to support competitive pay programs. Ideal applicants have 6-10 years of relevant experience, a bachelor's degree, and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and analytical tools. This in-office role offers an annual compensation range of $150,000 to $180,000 plus bonuses.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of compensation experience within financial services or a complex corporate environment.
• Understanding of compensation structures and benchmarking practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the annual compensation cycle including data management and execution.
• Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive compensation structures.
• Partner with HR and senior leaders to provide compensation guidance.
• Collaborate with recruiting teams to develop competitive compensation packages.
• Analyze compensation data and prepare reports.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Influencing stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Data analysis tools

Job description

Overview

Job Overview – Compensation Manager (Financial Services). Compensation: $150,000 – $180,000/year + bonus. Location: Boston, MA. Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office).

Atlantic Group is hiring a Compensation Manager in Boston, MA for our client, supporting compensation strategy, analysis, and program execution across multiple business units within a financial services environment. In this role, you will lead compensation planning, conduct benchmarking analysis, and partner with HR and senior leadership to support competitive pay programs. You will utilize advanced Excel and reporting tools to analyze data, deliver insights, and support compensation decisions.

Responsibilities

• Compensation Planning: Lead the annual compensation cycle including data management, analysis, and execution across business units.
• Benchmarking & Analysis: Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive and aligned compensation structures.
• Business Advisory: Partner with HR and senior leaders to provide compensation guidance and support decision-making.
• Offer Structuring: Collaborate with recruiting teams to develop competitive compensation packages.
• Data & Reporting: Analyze compensation data and prepare reports to support ongoing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field is required.
• Experience: 6–10 years of compensation experience within financial services or a complex corporate environment is required.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of compensation structures, benchmarking practices, and financial services environments is required, with insurance exposure strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data analysis tools is required.
• Skills & Attributes: Demonstrates strong analytical thinking, communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to influence stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Application Notice

Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.