Executive Compensation Lead: Global Pay & Total Rewards

Acrnet; Fort Worth, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Health benefits

Wellness programs

401(k) program

Employee assistance

Job summary

American Airlines is seeking a Senior Compensation leader to oversee annual compensation planning, budgets, and market adjustments. You will shape the total rewards strategy, partner with COEs, and drive performance and pay processes across executives and staff.

The role requires a BS/BA in a related field and 8+ years in compensation, with strong Excel, analytics, and project management skills to elevate our pay philosophy globally.

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree in Finance, Business, Human Resources or related discipline.
• 8 years of experience in Compensation, Finance, or related field.
• 5 years financial modeling experience.
• Project management experience required.
• Credibility with leadership at all levels—frontline and management.

Responsibilities

• Manage annual compensation planning strategy including budget and market adjustments.
• Be a thought leader in transforming compensation strategy and team member experience.
• Influence and drive initiatives aligned with our pay philosophy across teams.
• Develop education and presentation material on compensation programs for executives and COEs.
• Lead end-to-end strategy, design, and execution of the annual performance and pay process with COEs.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Education

BS/BA in Finance or related

Tools

SuccessFactors

Job description

American Airlines is seeking a Senior Compensation leader to oversee annual compensation planning, budgets, and market adjustments. You will shape the total rewards strategy, partner with COEs, and drive performance and pay processes across executives and staff.

The role requires a BS/BA in a related field and 8+ years in compensation, with strong Excel, analytics, and project management skills to elevate our pay philosophy globally.