Director Compensation

Hale International; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Hale International is seeking a Director of Workday HRIS & Compensation to lead the compensation strategy and oversee HRIS functions in a hybrid role based in Atlanta, GA.

You will lead a small team, partner with senior leaders, and drive compensation programs, job architectures, and Workday optimizations.

The role blends strategic vision with hands-on execution, with a competitive salary and a focus on analytics, governance, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong compensation leadership experience.
• Experience partnering closely with a Workday HRIS team and a solid understanding of Workday.
• Hands-on leadership with a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the company's compensation strategy and day-to-day compensation activities.
• Develop and maintain job architectures, salary structures and compensation programs.
• Partner with business leaders on compensation decisions.
• Oversee HRIS and People Analytics functions, leading a team of HRIS and data professionals.
• Ensure compensation and benefits programs remain competitive and compliant.
• Drive process improvements and support the continued evolution of Compensation and Workday.

Skills

Compensation leadership

Workday HRIS

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

Workday HRIS

Job description

Director of Workday HRIS & Compensation - $180,000 + 15% bonus - Hybrid in Atlanta, GA

I'm partnered with a forward-thinking organization that is looking for a Director of HRIS & Compensation to join their team. This is a unique leadership role overseeing Compensation and HRIS while leading a small team and partnering closely with senior business leaders. Compensation will be the primary focus, so they are looking for someone who enjoys being both strategic and hands-on in this area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the company's compensation strategy and day-to-day compensation activities
• Develop and maintain job architectures, salary structures and compensation programs
• Partner with business leaders on compensation decisions
• Oversee HRIS and People Analytics functions, leading a team of HRIS and data professionals
• Ensure compensation and benefits programs remain competitive and compliant
• Drive process improvements and support the continued evolution of Compensation and Workday

Required Experience:

• Strong compensation leadership experience
• Experience partnering closely with a Workday HRIS team and a solid understanding of Workday
• Comfortable working in a hands-on environment while leading a team
• Someone who is adaptable, proactive, AI-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

If you're looking for an opportunity where you'll have real influence across Compensation and Workday, I'd love to speak with you!