Global Compensation & Benefits Manager

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is seeking a Manager of Compensation and Benefits in its People and Culture team.

This role leads global benefits and compensation programs, oversees Workday administration, and partners with brokers to optimize plan design and compliance. The position drives annual pay processes, supports equity across U.S. and international staff, and ensures effective communication of salary information to supervisors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in HR or Business; PHR and/or related certification preferred.
• Six or more years of HR experience with emphasis in systems (HRIS), benefits, and compensation, including knowledge of compliance.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• HRIS experience that includes developing new processes and implementing best practices; Workday a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee global administration of all benefit plans and procedures.
• Partner with brokers and vendors to analyze utilization and trends; recommend changes.
• Conduct new employee benefits orientations and handle benefit changes.
• Coordinate annual health and wellness fair.
• Process and monitor personnel change information flow to payroll.
• Manage design, analysis and administration of compensation programs for US and international staff.
• Lead compensation surveys, analyze results, and propose changes to plans or pay practices.
• Oversee annual pay increase and promotion process.
• Communicate salary information to supervisors and manage documentation.
• Maintain HRIS systems and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

HRIS experience

Compensation management

Benefits administration

Systems thinking

Effective communicator

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business

PHR certification preferred

Tools

Workday

Job description

The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is seeking a Manager of Compensation and Benefits in its People and Culture team.

This role leads global benefits and compensation programs, oversees Workday administration, and partners with brokers to optimize plan design and compliance. The position drives annual pay processes, supports equity across U.S. and international staff, and ensures effective communication of salary information to supervisors.