Senior Compensation Program Manager

Partner's Healthcare; Somerville (MA); Remote; USD 99,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Incorporated in Somerville, MA is seeking a Senior Compensation Program Manager to lead enterprise-wide compensation initiatives, partner with HR and senior stakeholders, and drive data-driven decisions to support workforce strategy.

You will manage focal merit transitions, pay ranges, and budget planning while collaborating across teams to deliver measurable results in a remote-first work environment with on-site meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 8+ years of program management experience.
• 1+ year of team leadership experience.
• Preferred: Master's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic compensation initiatives: Plan and implement high-priority programs, including job description change management, focal merit transitions, and other initiatives that advance compensation strategy.
• Drive project execution: Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, requirements, timelines, and status reporting to keep complex initiatives on track.
• Turn data into insights: Build and analyze reports, identify trends and risks, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Build strong partnerships: Serve as a trusted advisor and liaison among HR departments, the Compensation COE, business leaders, and project sponsors.
• Coordinate teams and resources: Guide project teams and Compensation COE members, assign work as appropriate, and identify resource needs to support successful delivery.
• Communicate with impact: Lead project communications and stakeholder updates in partnership with internal communications teams.
• Establish sustainable processes: Develop protocols, standard operating procedures, and documentation that support consistent implementation and long-term success.
• Anticipate challenges and solve problems: Identify emerging issues, elevate risks, and recommend solutions that keep initiatives aligned with strategic objectives.

Skills

Program management

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Site: Mass General Brigham IncorporatedMass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Make an impact at Mass General BrighamAt Mass General Brigham, our people are at the heart of everything we do. From advancing patient care and groundbreaking research to strengthening the systems that support our workforce, we bring together talented professionals across healthcare, technology, research, and business to improve lives and shape the future of medicine.As a not-for-profit health system, we are committed to exceptional care, education, research, and service to our communities. Join us and help build the programs, processes, and strategies that enable our people and our organization to thrive.

Lead strategic initiatives that shape how we attract, reward, and support our workforce.As a Senior Compensation Program Manager within the Compensation Center of Excellence (COE), you will lead complex, enterprise-level initiatives that advance our compensation strategy and support critical business priorities. From transitioning focal merit processes in Workday and designing pay ranges to supporting compensation budget planning, you'll turn strategic goals into actionable plans and measurable results.This role offers the opportunity to partner across HR, business teams, and senior stakeholders, using project leadership, data analysis, and problem-solving to drive meaningful change. You'll bring structure to complex initiatives, build alignment across teams, anticipate risks, and help deliver solutions that support our evolving workforce needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic compensation initiatives: Plan and implement high-priority programs, including job description change management, focal merit transitions, and other initiatives that advance compensation strategy.
• Drive project execution: Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, requirements, timelines, and status reporting to keep complex initiatives on track.
• Turn data into insights: Build and analyze reports, identify trends and risks, and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Build strong partnerships: Serve as a trusted advisor and liaison among HR departments, the Compensation COE, business leaders, and project sponsors.
• Coordinate teams and resources: Guide project teams and Compensation COE members, assign work as appropriate, and identify resource needs to support successful delivery.
• Communicate with impact: Lead project communications and stakeholder updates in partnership with internal communications teams.
• Establish sustainable processes: Develop protocols, standard operating procedures, and documentation that support consistent implementation and long-term success.
• Anticipate challenges and solve problems: Identify emerging issues, elevate risks, and recommend solutions that keep initiatives aligned with strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 8+ years of program management experience.
• 1+ year of team leadership experience.
• Preferred:Master's degree in a related field.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences.
• Experience planning and facilitating meetings, workgroups, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities independently while meeting deadlines and maintaining schedules.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, standard business hours.

Work arrangement: Remote, with flexibility to attend on-site meetings at Assembly Row in Somerville, Massachusetts, as needed.

Remote work requirements: Employees must work from a quiet environment using a stable, secure, and compliant workstation. Microsoft Teams video is required, using MGB-provided equipment.

Why Mass General Brigham?

Join a mission-driven organization where your expertise can help shape workforce strategies that support the people delivering exceptional care, advancing research, and serving our communities. At Mass General Brigham, your work contributes to something bigger-and helps build the foundation for our future.

Remote Type RemoteWork Location 335 Revolution DriveScheduled Weekly Hours 40Employee Type RegularWork Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $99,465.60 - $144,643.20/AnnualGrade 8

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.