Global Compensation Strategy Lead

Woodward; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 108,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Woodward is seeking a Compensation Manager to lead market-based compensation programs across a global organization. You will partner with HR and business leaders to design, deliver, and maintain base pay and incentive programs, while ensuring governance, equity, and compliance.

The role reports to the Director, Compensation and sits within the Total Rewards team. You will drive data-driven recommendations, oversee annual salary planning, and collaborate across HR, Finance, and Legal to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field is required or preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in compensation design and administration across base pay and incentive programs.
• Experience leading compensation support and consulting with business leaders and HR partners.
• Experience in a global organization with multiple countries or regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead compensation support for a business segment and act as principal consultant to stakeholders.
• Provide strategic consultation based on data analysis and market practices.
• Design and administer incentive compensation programs and manage bonus payments.
• Support annual salary planning through system configuration, communications, and audits.
• Monitor market data to maintain competitive salary structures and governance alignment.
• Ensure pay equity and regulatory compliance across the enterprise.

Skills

HRIS systems (Workday)

Excel

Project management

Analytical thinking

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or business-related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

Woodward is seeking a Compensation Manager to lead market-based compensation programs across a global organization. You will partner with HR and business leaders to design, deliver, and maintain base pay and incentive programs, while ensuring governance, equity, and compliance.

The role reports to the Director, Compensation and sits within the Total Rewards team. You will drive data-driven recommendations, oversee annual salary planning, and collaborate across HR, Finance, and Legal to deliver