Compensation Manager-Retail Banking

PNC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

PNC is seeking a Compensation Manager within Total Rewards to lead the development and governance of compensation programs, ensuring policy alignment with corporate goals and regulatory compliance. The role oversees HRIS data integrity, budget analysis and salary surveys while providing senior leadership with actionable insights.

The position is based in Cleveland, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; or Washington, DC, and requires strong leadership of compensation projects across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• University degree required; higher degrees or certifications desirable.
• 8+ years industry experience with at least 5 years in management.
• Experience aligning pay programs with organizational goals and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, maintains and communicates compensation programs.
• Oversees budgets, plans and analytics across pay programs.
• Advises senior management on pay policy alignment with business goals.
• Maintains HRIS data accuracy for compensation calculations and payments.
• Leads job evaluations, salary surveys and analytical reporting to define pay grades.

Skills

Benefits Administration

Business Acumen

Compensation Analysis

Compensation Management

Compensation Strategies

Human Resources (HR)

Human Resources Operations

People Management

Salary Planning

Total Rewards

Education

Bachelor's

Job description

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company's success. As a Compensation Manager within PNC's Total Rewards organization, you will be based in Cleveland, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Washington, DC.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

Manages the development, implementation, maintenance and communication of the organization's compensation programs, policies and processes. Oversees the analysis of budgets and plans within various pay programs.

Advises senior management on aligning the pay programs, policies and procedures with organizational goals; implements creative solutions to specific comp-related programs.

Ensures the effectiveness of existing compensation practices and regulations compliance, making timely revisions when needed, and keeping senior staff informed of any updated policies.

Oversees the data within the HRIS to ensure the accuracy of compensation information including incentive calculations, approvals for award payments, and payment records.

Manages job evaluations, salary surveys, and all analytical reporting to prepare recommendations and determine pay grades based on findings.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

PNC also has fundamental expectations of our people managers. As a manager of talent in PNC, you will be expected to:

• Include Intentionally - Cultivates diverse teams and inclusive workplaces to expand thinking.
• Live the Values - Role models our values with transparency and courage.
• Enable Change - Takes action to drive change and innovation that will transform our business.
• Achieve Results - Takes personal ownership to deliver results. Empowers and trusts others in decision making.
• Develop the Best - Raises the bar with every talent decision and guides the achievement of all employees and customers.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills

• Benefits Administration
• Business Acumen
• Compensation Analysis
• Compensation Management
• Compensation Strategies
• Human Resources (HR)
• Human Resources Operations
• People Management
• Salary Planning
• Total Rewards

Competencies

• Business Acumen
• Compensation Management
• Human Resources Policies
• Strategies And Environment
• Workforce Analytics

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree. Higher level education such as a Masters degree, PhD, or certifications is desirable. Industry experience is typically 8+ years. At least 5 years of prior management experience is typically required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Language Assessments

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $50,000.00 - $274,560.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 09/11/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

• medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
• dental and vision options
• employee and spouse/child life insurance
• short and long-term disability protection
• 401(k) with PNC match
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