Director of Compensation Strategy & Workday Operations

Via Logic LLC

Reston (VA)

On-site

USD 139,100 - 251,450

Full time

14 days+
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Health & wellness programs
Income protection
Paid leave
Retirement plan

Job summary

Leidos, based in Reston, Virginia, seeks a Director, Compensation to lead enterprise-wide compensation strategy, governance, and operations, including annual pay planning and incentive programs. The role emphasizes Workday optimization and strong cross-functional partnerships to support talent strategy, compliance, and organizational effectiveness in a large-scale environment.

Responsibilities cover job architecture, market benchmarking, and comprehensive compensation analytics.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance or related field; 12+ years of experience preferred.
  • Extensive progressive compensation experience in large, matrixed orgs.
  • Strong Workday compensation and analytics experience.

Responsibilities

  • Lead enterprise compensation strategy and governance.
  • Oversee annual merit planning, promotions, and bonus administration.
  • Design and evolve job architecture, leveling, and career paths.
  • Manage compliance with pay regulations and audit standards.
  • Partner with executives on compensation decisions and reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking
Excel
Power BI
Workday optimization
Stakeholder leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Finance
Advanced degree preferred, 12+ years experience

Tools

Workday
HRIS
Microsoft Excel
Power BI

Job description

Leidos, based in Reston, Virginia, seeks a Director, Compensation to lead enterprise-wide compensation strategy, governance, and operations, including annual pay planning and incentive programs. The role emphasizes Workday optimization and strong cross-functional partnerships to support talent strategy, compliance, and organizational effectiveness in a large-scale environment.

Responsibilities cover job architecture, market benchmarking, and comprehensive compensation analytics.

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