Senior Director, Compensation

Compa Technologies, Inc.; Oregon (IL); Remote; USD 129,000 - 274,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company seeks a Senior Director of Compensation to support its Engineering organizations. This role requires expertise in compensation principles and project management to drive competitive compensation practices. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical, negotiation skills, and experience in managing high-level compensation initiatives.

Benefits

Industry leading healthcare

Educational resources

Discounts on products and services

Savings and investments

Maternity and paternity leave

Generous time away

Giving programs

Opportunities to network and connect

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in compensation, data analytics, or related field required.
• 3+ years of people management experience.
• 4+ years of compensation program design experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the effectiveness of compensation programs supporting strategic growth.
• Oversee the development and management of complex projects.
• Advise HR Business Partners on compensation processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related field

Master's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related field

Job description

Senior Director, Compensation

Redmond, Washington, United States

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Date posted

Apr 22, 2025

Job number

1819356

Work site

Up to 100% work from home

Travel

0-25 %

Role type

People Manager

Profession

Human Resources

Discipline

Compensation

Employment type

Full-Time

Overview

Come join a high performing, dynamic internal Compensation Consulting team supporting Engineering organizations at Microsoft! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director, Compensation to support the Engineering organizations in evaluating, developing, and managing compensation programs. This position requires a high level of expertise in compensation principles, regulatory laws, and the ability to create and execute global compensation programs. The goal is to ensure competitive, equitable, compliant, and strategically aligned compensation practices that attract and retain top talent, driving Microsoft’s success.

You should have a clear understanding of compensation principles and the ability to apply programs, policies, and practices effectively. You possess analytical and strategic decision-making skills, with the ability to devise forward-thinking solutions aligned with long-term business objectives. Confident interaction with senior leaders and effective negotiation skills are essential, along with the ability to manage projects and optimize contributions from team members.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positivelyimpactour culture every day.

Qualifications

Required/Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related field AND 8+ years experience in compensation, data analytics, human resources, finance, business, or related field
  • OR Master's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related field AND 6+ years experience in compensation, data analytics, human resources, finance, business, or related field
  • OR equivalent experience.

• 3+ years of people management experience
• 4+ years of compensation program design experience

Additional or Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related field AND 15+ years experience in compensation, data analytics, human resources, finance, business, or related field
  • OR Master's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related field AND 12+ years experience in compensation, data analytics, human resources, finance, business, or related field

• • OR equivalent experience

• 4+ years project management experience

Compensation M6 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $129,200 - $273,400 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $162,000 - $299,400 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until May 7, 2025.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the effectiveness and business impact of compensation programs that support the strategic growth and operational efficiency of Microsoft’s engineering organizations

• Oversee the development and management of complex projects

• Act as a SME and thought leader for major compensation programs

• Advise Human Resources (HR) Business Partners on compensation processes

• Conduct compensation analyses and design internal compensation analysis tools

• Coordinate compensation strategy with organizational objectives

• Lead interactions with internal and external advisors

• Coach and suggest modifications to company-wide implementation plans

• Independently handle complex compensation questions

• Create onboarding and training materials

• Consult with internal partners on customized compensation solutions

• Manage people and build trusted advisor status across stakeholders

Other

• Embody our culture and values

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

Industry leading healthcare

Educational resources

Discounts on products and services

Savings and investments

Maternity and paternity leave

Generous time away

Giving programs

Opportunities to network and connect

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.