Executive Compensation Lead: Strategy & Modeling

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 142,900 - 266,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an Executive Compensation Senior Manager to lead design, governance, and execution of executive compensation programs aligning with business strategy and regulatory standards.

This role oversees the executive pay framework, annual bonus processes, and market analyses, collaborating with Legal, Finance, Talent, and senior leadership. Strong modeling, data interpretation, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in compensation, including executive compensation programs.
• Experience supporting annual compensation cycles, including incentives, executive pay reviews, and market benchmarking.
• Experience managing or coaching others.
• Knowledge of compensation survey participation and job evaluation methodologies.
• Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and develop recommendations.
• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, governance, and administration of executive compensation programs to align with company strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the executive pay framework including base salary mix, annual incentives, and long-term equity compensation.
• Manage the annual executive bonus cycle from methodology to year-end administration.
• Lead compensation surveys and apply results to assess market competitiveness and program effectiveness.
• Maintain the Executive Role Library with consistent job leveling and governance.
• Support M&A due diligence and integration related to executive pay structures.

Skills

Executive compensation

Data interpretation

Communication to senior leaders

Coaching / mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

Workday

Job description

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking an Executive Compensation Senior Manager to lead design, governance, and execution of executive compensation programs aligning with business strategy and regulatory standards.

This role oversees the executive pay framework, annual bonus processes, and market analyses, collaborating with Legal, Finance, Talent, and senior leadership. Strong modeling, data interpretation, and communication skills are essential.