Senior Compensation Partner

Navy Federal Credit Union; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Navy Federal Credit Union is seeking a Senior Compensation Partner to guide compensation strategy across the organization, partnering with HR, finance, and business leaders to design equitable, market-competitive programs. The role leads complex projects, oversees annual processes, and drives data-driven decisions.

Ideal candidates bring extensive analytics, stakeholder influence, and a track record of implementing pay strategies across multi-location teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, GRP) preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in compensation, HR, or related field preferably within corporate or consulting environments.
• Demonstrated experience providing strategic compensation consulting and partnering with business leaders.
• Advanced project management skills with experience leading large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Expertise in compensation design methodologies, market analysis, job evaluation, and pay structure management.
• Advanced or expert communication, influence, and presentation skills to engage effectively with all organizational levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, compensation data platforms (e.g., PayScale, Mercer, Willis Towers Watson), and HRIS.
• Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business unit leaders and HR partners, providing strategic coaching and guidance on compensation program design, policy interpretation, and market competitiveness.
• Cultivate partnerships with business unit leaders to translate enterprise compensation philosophy into tailored, actionable strategies.
• Lead end-to-end compensation projects including new initiatives, major enhancements, and annual processes (merit, bonus).
• Analyze compensation trends, benchmark data, and internal pay practices to recommend program adjustments for talent attraction and retention.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and leaders to align compensation strategies with business objectives.
• Design and implement innovative compensation solutions for pay equity, development, incentives, and retention.
• Manage communication and training to ensure stakeholder understanding of decisions and changes.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase efficiency, scalability, and outcomes of compensation processes.
• Lead cross-functional teams in compensation initiatives ensuring timely delivery and quality.
• Ensure execution of salary reviews, promotions, pay adjustments and other transactions.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in compensation practices.
• Utilize data analysis tools to interpret compensation data and present actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Mentor and guide junior team members in their development and project work.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners to create competitive compensation solutions.

Skills

Strategic compensation consulting

Executive stakeholder partnering

Project management

Compensation design methodologies

Communication & presentation

Excel proficiency

Compensation data platforms

HRIS

Advanced analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance; CCP/GRP preferred

Job description

Overview

The Senior Compensation Partner plays a pivotal role in providing strategic guidance and expert consulting services on compensation programs across the organization. This role partners closely with internal business unit leaders, HR Business Partners and other HR COEs to design, develop, and implement competitive and equitable compensation strategies that align with the company's goals and workforce needs. The Senior leads and manages complex compensation projects and/or programs, drives annual compensation processes, and supports cross-functional initiatives to ensure compensation programs deliver measurable business value.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business unit leaders and HR partners, providing strategic coaching and guidance on compensation program design, policy interpretation, and market competitiveness.
• Cultivate strong, consultative partnerships with business unit leaders to deeply understand their strategic priorities and talent needs; collaborate closely to translate enterprise-level compensation philosophy and programs into tailored, actionable strategies that support business objectives and drive alignment at the unit level.
• Lead end-to-end compensation projects and/or programs including new initiative development, major enhancements, and annual compensation processes (merit, bonus, etc.).
• Analyze compensation trends, benchmark data, and internal pay practices to recommend program adjustments that support talent attraction, retention, and engagement.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders to ensure the alignment of compensation strategies with business objectives.
• Design and implement innovative compensation solutions tailored to specific business needs, including pay equity, job development, attraction/retention challenges, and incentive pay strategies.
• Manage communication and training efforts to ensure stakeholders understand compensation decisions and program changes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness of compensation processes.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams in compensation-related initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
• Ensure the execution of salary reviews, promotion reviews, pay adjustments and other compensation-related transactions.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in compensation practices.
• Utilize advanced data analysis tools to interpret complex compensation data and present findings and actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Mentor and guide junior team members in their development and project work.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners to create competitive and effective compensation solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, GRP) preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in compensation, HR, or related field preferably within corporate or consulting environments.
• Demonstrated experience providing strategic compensation consulting and partnering with business leaders.
• Advanced project management skills with experience leading large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Expertise in compensation design methodologies, market analysis, job evaluation, and pay structure management.
• Advanced or expert communication, influence, and presentation skills to engage effectively with all organizational levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, compensation data platforms (e.g., PayScale, Mercer, Willis Towers Watson), and HRIS.
• Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations.

Hours:

• Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Locations:

• 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
• 5550 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
• 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602
• 9999 Willow Creek Road San Diego, CA 92131

About Us

Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks. Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.* FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For 2026* Yello and WayUp Top 100 Internship Programs 2025* Computerworld Best Places to Work in IT 2026* Most Loved Workplace - America's Top Most Loved Workplaces 2025* 2025 PEOPLE Companies That Care* Newsweek Most Trustworthy Companies in America 2026* Military Times 2025 Best for Vets Employers* Forbes 2026 America's Best Large Employers* Forbes 2025 America's Best Employers for New Grads* Forbes 2025 America's Best Employers for Tech Workers* 2025 RippleMatch Campus Forward Award Winner for Overall Excellence* Military.com Top Military Spouse Employers 2025* 2026 Handshake Early Talent Award* Newsweek America's Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging and Community 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Accommodations:

If you need accommodation or assistance for a qualifying condition to complete the online application (or during any stage of the hiring process), you can contact Navy Federal's Medical Accommodations team at [e-mail] or by calling 1-888-503-6013. This team cannot provide any information on job postings or application status.

Bank Secrecy Act:

Remains cognizant of and adheres to Navy Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act.

Disclaimers

Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team's discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.