Global Head of Compensation & Equity Strategy

CME Chicago Mercantile Exchange Inc.

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 195,000 - 326,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) + pension plan

Education reimbursement

Paid time off

Mental health benefit

Job summary

CME Group is seeking an Executive Director, Compensation to lead our global compensation function, shaping base pay, annual bonus and equity programs for our workforce. This senior role partners with leadership and HR to drive a competitive, performance-based rewards framework while guiding a team of compensation professionals.

You will design strategy, govern programs, and provide market intelligence to support decisions.

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive compensation experience in a global organization, including executive compensation at a U.S. public company.
5+ years of experience managing a compensation function/team.
Financial services, fintech or technology industry experience strongly preferred.
Prior experience with M&A due diligence and integration for the compensation function is a plus.
Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

Designs and implements competitive pay strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Directs administration of base pay, bonus and equity programs across the organization.
Advises leadership on pay practices and executive compensation matters.
Mentors and manages the compensation team and oversees vendors.
Translates market data into actionable recommendations for leadership.
Ensures governance and compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.