Senior Manager Compensation

OSTTRA Group; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

OSTTRA Group is seeking a Senior Manager, Compensation to lead the design and governance of our compensation programs. You will shape scalable job architecture, salary structures, and incentive plans while ensuring internal equity and external competitiveness.

You will partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to translate data into actionable recommendations, manage the annual cycle, and support strategic growth while staying compliant with applicable laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Admin, or related field; master’s preferred.
• Ten+ years of progressive experience in compensation management, analysis, or related field.
• CCP designation is a plus.
• Deep knowledge of compensation strategy, policies, and legal requirements.
• Advanced data analysis and reporting skills; proficient in Excel, HRIS, and compensation technology.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable job architecture and career levels.
• Design salary structures, incentive plans, and job-grading programs.
• Analyze market data and trends to keep pay practices competitive and fair.
• Partner with leaders to align compensation with business priorities.
• Lead job evaluations and ensure consistency in descriptions, classifications, and levels.
• Guide salary offers, promotions, and adjustments with equity and competitiveness.
• Lead the annual compensation cycle including merit increases and bonuses.
• Translate metrics and trends into actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders on budgeting and growth.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Communication

People leadership

Excel proficiency

HRIS familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s in HR/Business

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

HRIS systems

Compensation software

Job description

Help shape the future of compensation at a growing organization. This is more than an opportunity to manage compensation—it is a chance to help build the programs and practices that will support our next chapter. Join us and make your mark during an exciting period of growth. Come grow with us!

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Join a trusted, 120 year old industry leader at a pivotal stage of growth and take a visible role in shaping how employees are rewarded across the organization. As Senior Manager, Compensation, you will have the opportunity to build scalable programs, influence executive decisions, and translate data into equitable, competitive pay practices that strengthen the employee experience and support long-term business success. This is an ideal opportunity for a strategic compensation leader who wants meaningful ownership, cross-functional influence, and the stability to make a lasting impact.

What You’ll Do

Build the Compensation Strategy

• Help bring our compensation philosophy to life by building scalable job architecture and career levels that support a growing workforce.
• Design and implement salary structures, incentive plans, and job-grading programs that advance organizational goals.
• Analyze market data and emerging trends to keep our pay practices competitive, equitable, and ready for the future.
• Partner with leaders to connect compensation programs to business priorities and growth plans.
• Create clarity and consistency
• Lead job evaluations and promote consistency in job descriptions, classifications, and levels across the organization.
• Guide salary offers, promotions, and adjustments with a balanced focus on internal equity and external competitiveness.
• Champion Fair and Compliant Pay Practices
• Ensure compensation practices comply with federal, state, and local requirements, including FLSA, EEO, and pay-equity laws.
• Monitor legal developments and evolving best practices to strengthen governance and proactively manage risk.

Turn Insights Into Action

• Lead the annual compensation cycle, including merit increases, bonuses, and incentive plans.
• Translate compensation metrics and trends into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership.

Partner Across the Business

• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders to support workforce planning, budgeting, and sustainable growth.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR and managers, offering practical solutions to complex compensation questions.
• Ability to Travel: Up to 25%

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Ten or more years of progressive experience in compensation management, analysis, or a related field.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation is a plus.
• Deep knowledge of compensation strategy, practices, policies, and legal requirements.
• Advanced data analysis and reporting skills, with proficiency in Excel, HRIS platforms, and compensation technology.

What Will Help You Thrive

• Strategic thinking with the ability to connect compensation programs to organizational goals.
• A highly analytical, data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Sound judgment and integrity when handling confidential information.
• Clear, confident communication and presentation skills across all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a practical mindset.
• Proven project management skills and the ability to lead multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics.
• A polished, credible presence when partnering with senior executives and preparing effective messaging.
• The ability to measure program effectiveness and present data-backed recommendations.

What It’s Like to Work Here

Our Team and Culture – You’ll join a collaborative, people-first team that values trust, respect, accountability, and diverse perspectives. We believe our best work happens when colleagues share ideas, support one another, and work across the business toward common goals. As our company grows, you’ll have the opportunity to build strong partnerships, contribute to meaningful change, and grow your career in a stable, privately held family-owned environment where people and performance matter.