Senior Compensation Advisor

Vanguard; Malvern (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard in Malvern, PA is seeking a senior Compensation leader to design and implement enterprise-wide compensation programs aligned with talent strategies. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, delivering data-driven recommendations on strategy, market competitiveness, and workforce trends.

This hybrid role requires extensive experience in compensation and consulting, with a track record of leading complex initiatives and coaching analysts.

Qualifications

• Eight years related work experience, with at least five years of Compensation experience.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.
• Previous Compensation Consulting experience preferred. Previous experience designing talent strategies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the subject matter expert for enterprise-wide compensation programs presented to senior leaders.
• Researches external industry trends, market intelligence, regulatory changes, and best practices for strategic recommendations.
• Partners with senior leaders to implement compensation strategies aligned with Vanguard's total rewards philosophy.

Skills

Compensation experience

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Graduate degree preferred

Job description

Leads the design of strategic compensation programs for the enterprise. Develops and implements new programs and processes that align compensation to Vanguard's talent strategies. Serves as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and key stakeholders, providing data-driven recommendations on compensation strategy, market competitiveness, and workforce trends. Leads complex enterprise initiatives and partners across the organization to deliver innovative, scalable compensation solutions that align Vanguard's compensation offerings with business and talent needs.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the subject matter expert for enterprise-wide programs and initiatives to senior leaders. Develops compensation solutions that are aligned with talent strategies, emphasizing external competitiveness, internal equity, and regulatory requirements.
• Researches and analyzes external industry trends, global market intelligence, regulatory changes, competitive practices, and emerging compensation developments, incorporating insights and best practices into strategic recommendations and workforce programs aligned with enterprise talent objectives.
• Partners with senior leaders to develop and implement compensation strategies and programs that align Vanguard's total rewards philosophy with business needs.
• Advises and consults with team members, HR Business Partners, and other stakeholders on compensation strategies and programs for successful change management, implementation, and maintenance.
• Provides leadership and expertise to highly complex analyses and talent scenarios. Supports diagnostics of human capital issues, providing perspective where compensation may or may not solve the root-cause.
• Coaches and contributes to the development of compensation analysts and consultants.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Eight years related work experience, with at least five years of Compensation experience.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. Graduate degree preferred.
• Previous Compensation Consulting experience preferred. Previous experience designing talent strategies preferred.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.