Global Compensation & Incentive Design Leader

Stagwell Global, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO

401k

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Stagwell Global, LLC is seeking a Vice President, Global Compensation Strategy & Incentive Design to architect and manage complex compensation programs across a worldwide, matrixed organization. You will partner with the President and senior leaders to shape incentive structures that drive performance, align with strategy, and support growth across markets.

The ideal candidate brings deep compensation design expertise, strong financial and accounting acumen, and the ability to lead in a

Qualifications

• Significant experience designing compensation programs, including incentives and equity structures.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles related to compensation and equity programs.
• Proven ability to operate in a global, matrixed organization and collaborate with senior leadership.
• Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills; proficient with benchmarking and ROI analysis.
• Experience partnering with senior executives and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Knowledge of global compensation practices and regulatory considerations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate complex concepts into clear recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Incentive Design & Strategy: design short- and long-term plans aligned to performance and priorities.
• Executive & Broad-Based Compensation: govern executive incentives and equity plans, ensure internal equity.
• Financial, Accounting & Compliance Alignment: apply accounting principles, work with Finance and Legal on compliance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: coordinate with Legal, Finance, HR and leaders across the matrixed organization.
• Analytics, Modeling & Governance: build models, conduct market benchmarking, establish governance and audit readiness.

Skills

Compensation design

Executive compensation

Global compensation practices

Financial modeling

Stakeholder management

Regulatory awareness

Communication skills

Job description

Stagwell Global, LLC is seeking a Vice President, Global Compensation Strategy & Incentive Design to architect and manage complex compensation programs across a worldwide, matrixed organization. You will partner with the President and senior leaders to shape incentive structures that drive performance, align with strategy, and support growth across markets.

The ideal candidate brings deep compensation design expertise, strong financial and accounting acumen, and the ability to lead in a