Manager, Compensation Partner (Onsite - Plano, TX)

Samsung; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Electronics America seeks an experienced Compensation partner to act as a strategic business partner and subject matter expert for designated lines of business and divisions in Plano, TX. You will help align compensation strategies with business goals and talent needs while leading annual compensation processes and providing analytical insights.

The role requires hands-on analytical work and strategic consulting to deliver equitable, competitive pay practices across the organization,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field or equivalent.
• 6 - 10+ years of progressive compensation experience with at least 3 years in a consultative or business partner capacity.
• Deep knowledge of compensation principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary compensation consultant for assigned lines of business/divisions, building strong relationships with HR Business Partners, talent acquisition, and business leaders
• Provide expert guidance on compensation matters including base salary recommendations, incentive and sales compensation, job evaluations, offer negotiations, promotions, retention situations, and internal equity reviews
• Partner proactively with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into compensation solutions that attract, retain, and motivate talent
• Identify trends, assess market positioning, and support strategic decision-making. Act as a trusted advisor on pay philosophy, market positioning, and compensation best practices
• Own offer analysis, conduct benchmarking reviews, perform internal equity analyses and pay equity reviews to identify and address potential disparities
• Ensure compensation decisions align with internal equity, external competitiveness, legal compliance (FLSA, pay equity laws), and budgetary parameters
• Perform market benchmarking and competitive analysis to inform compensation
• Lead or co-lead annual compensation cycles including merit increases, bonus programs, and equity refresh processes for assigned business units
• Manage end-to-end process execution including planning, communications, system configuration, data validation, approvals, and implementation
• Build and maintain compensation reports, dashboards, and analytics that provide visibility into pay practices and inform business decisions.
• Apply advanced analytics methods including modeling scenario analysis and structured assumptions, to evaluate programs and practices and to address gaps in market data or emerging roles
• Educate and enable managers and HR partners on compensation policies, processes, and decision-making frameworks
• Develop communications and training materials to support compensation processes and drive manager understanding
• Create and maintain process documentation, playbooks, and reference materials
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance the employee/manager experience
• Contribute to enterprise-wide compensation initiatives, program design, and policy development
• Ensure local compensation practices comply with global frameworks while remaining competitive and relevant to the respective talent market

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Headquartered in Plano, TX, Samsung Electronics America (SEA) is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, enterprise solutions and networks systems. Across each of these areas, our work drives innovation, economic growth and workforce opportunity in the United States.

For nearly five decades, Samsung has been at the forefront of technological advancements, investing over $100 billion and creating more than 20,000 jobs nationwide. Our mission? To integrate cutting edge products, services, and AI technology to deliver smarter, sustainable, and more connected experiences that empower people to live better.

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., SEA offers opportunities to work alongside global visionary thinkers and innovators who are passionate about making a difference. Explore the exciting opportunities at Samsung Electronics America and discover how you can make an impact.

To learn more, visit Samsung.com. For the latest news, visit news.samsung.com/us

Role and Responsibilities

About the Role

Samsung Electronics America seeks an experienced Compensation partner to serve as a strategic business partner and subject matter expert for designated lines of business and divisions. This strategic position will partner with business leaders, HR partners, and talent acquisition to ensure our compensation strategies align with business objectives and talent needs. This role combines deep technical compensation expertise with strong consultative skills to deliver actionable insights, guide pay decisions, and ensure competitive and equitable compensation practices across the organization.

The ideal candidate will balance hands-on analytical work with strategic consulting, leading annual compensation processes while supporting broader team initiatives. Foster strong relationships with cross-functional partners to gain deep understanding of our talent across various divisions. As a trusted advisor, you’ll leverage that knowledge and translate complex compensation data into clear recommendations that drive talent decisions and support organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary compensation consultant for assigned lines of business/divisions, building strong relationships with HR Business Partners, talent acquisition, and business leaders
• Collaborate to address compensation-related issues and provide solutions that support business goals. Provide expert guidance on compensation matters including base salary recommendations, incentive and sales compensation, job evaluations, offer negotiations, promotions, retention situations, and internal equity reviews
• Partner proactively with stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into compensation solutions that attract, retain, and motivate talent
• Identify trends, assess market positioning, and support strategic decision-making. Act as a trusted advisor on pay philosophy, market positioning, and compensation best practices
• Own offer analysis, conduct benchmarking reviews, perform internal equity analyses and pay equity reviews to identify and address potential disparities
• Ensure compensation decisions align with internal equity, external competitiveness, legal compliance (FLSA, pay equity laws), and budgetary parameters
• Perform market benchmarking and competitive analysis to inform compensation
• Lead or co-lead annual compensation cycles including merit increases, bonus programs, and equity refresh processes for assigned business units
• Manage end-to-end process execution including planning, communications, system configuration, data validation, approvals, and implementation
• Build and maintain compensation reports, dashboards, and analytics that provide visibility into pay practices and inform business decisions.
• Apply advanced analytics methods including modeling scenario analysis and structured assumptions, to evaluate programs and practices and to address gaps in market data or emerging roles
• Educate and enable managers and HR partners on compensation policies, processes, and decision-making frameworks
• Develop communications and training materials to support compensation processes and drive manager understanding
• Create and maintain process documentation, playbooks, and reference materials
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance the employee/manager experience
• Contribute to enterprise-wide compensation initiatives, program design, and policy development
• Ensure local compensation practices comply with global frameworks while remaining competitive and relevant to the respective talent market

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field or equivalent
• 6 - 10+ years of progressive compensation experience with at least 3 years in a consultative or business partner capacity
• Deep knowledge of compensati