Manager Compensation

BECU; Arizona; Remote; USD 151,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 3%

4% annual 401(k) contribution

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

PTO program + exchange program

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time off + donation match

Job summary

BECU seeks a strategic Manager of Compensation to shape our base pay and incentive programs across a nationwide footprint. You’ll partner with leaders to design fair structures, manage surveys, and drive aligned reward strategies that attract and retain talent.

You will coach teams, lead salary analyses, and ensure compliance while supporting M&A activities and organizational change. This role offers remote work with occasional in-person collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources or equivalent required.
• 4 years of relevant compensation experience.
• 1 year of people management experience.
• Experience working with broad base compensation programs with application of conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Base Pay Programs: Oversee base pay programs including merit cycle and salary structures.
• Lead administration of annual incentive programs for employees and leaders.
• Advise business leaders on compensation issues and align strategies with business goals.
• Job design and evaluation: ensure descriptions, leveling, and titling meet needs.
• Manage salary surveys and evaluate data to stay competitive.
• Engage in performance management processes and system development.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to foster employee growth.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and integrations with compensation alignment.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Stay informed on compensation trends and adjustments.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Conceptual thinking

Reporting

Analysis

Modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources or equivalent

Advanced degree

CCP certification

Tools

Workday

Job description

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits?

Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference.

While we’re proud of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU.

You bring more than your expertise to your role, and that matters here. Your story, perspectives, and lived experiences help shape belonging at BECU and deepen how we connect with and support our employees, our members, and our communities.

PAY RANGE

The Target Pay Range for this position is $150,800.00-$184,200.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $117,300.00 - $217,800.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

BENEFITS – Because People Helping People Starts With Supporting You

• 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
• 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
• Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
• PTO Program + Exchange Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match

Impact You’ll Make

As the Manager of Compensation at BECU, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our compensation strategy to attract, retain, and motivate our talented workforce. Your leadership will ensure that our base compensation programs are not only efficient and effective but also aligned with our corporate goals. By collaborating with key stakeholders, you’ll create an environment where employees feel valued and rewarded for their contributions, helping to drive BECU’s success.

To join our dynamic team in this role, we require candidates to be residents of WA, OR, ID, CA, and AZ. If you’re located in Washington state and within a reasonable driving distance to our Tukwila Headquarters (TFC), we encourage you come into the office on Tuesdays & Wednesdays each week. For those candidates that live outside the commutable distance to TFC and in any of our approved remote work locations, this role will be primarily remote. Remote or onsite, we are committed to ensuring you are fully engaged and included in our collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do

• Manage Base Pay Programs: Oversee the Credit Union’s overall base pay compensation programs including merit cycle, leading modeling, analyses and recommending changes to salary structures and grades to ensure fairness and competitiveness.
• Manage Annual Incentive Programs: Lead administration of annual incentive programs for employees and leaders, serving as the primary contact for inquiries related to program administration and policies.
• Advise Business Leaders: Partner with business leaders to provide guidance on compensation issues, crafting solutions that align business goals with compensation strategies, and reviewing complex compensation cases.
• Job Design and Evaluation: Manage job design and evaluation processes, ensuring job descriptions, leveling, and titling meet current needs while revising processes as necessary to stay relevant.
• Manage Salary Surveys: Oversee the external compensation market survey strategy, ensuring timely completion and evaluation of survey data to keep BECU competitive in the marketplace.
• Participate in Performance Management: Engage in cross-functional performance management processes, contributing to system development that enhances employee performance evaluations.
• Provide Coaching and Mentoring: Offer ongoing coaching and training to foster employee growth, conducting regular performance evaluations using established competencies.
• Support M&A and Integration Activities: Lead compensation-related activities for mergers, acquisitions, and organizational integrations, including job mapping, compensation alignment, and pay program transitions. Collaborate with HR and business partners to ensure consistent compensation practices and support successful integration outcomes.
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain a comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local compensation laws, ensuring all practices meet legal requirements and industry standards.
• Stay Informed on Trends: Keep up-to-date with compensation developments and trends, recommending adjustments to compensation programs as needed to stay competitive.
• Perform Additional Duties: Take on new challenges and responsibilities as assigned, contributing to the team’s overall effectiveness.

What You’ll Gain

• A collaborative culture that values your insights and contributions
• The chance to influence compensation strategies that affect all employees
• A supportive environment that encourages innovative thinking

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources or equivalent work or educational experience.
• 4 years of relevant compensation experience.
• 1 year of people management experience.
• Experience working with broad base compensation programs with application of conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree.
• Advanced spreadsheet and database expertise with strong reporting, analysis, and modeling capabilities.
• Experience leading or managing programs or projects, with the ability to coordinate stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables.
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities.
• Experience with Workday.
• Certification in CCP.
• Variable and/or executive compensation experience.

Join The Journey

Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions don’t just fill a role, but fuel the growth and success of BECU? This is more than a job—it’s a chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to the robust technological landscape of BECU.

Embrace the opportunity to grow with us.

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EEO Statement

BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.