Sr. Compensation Manager

Yahoo; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Yahoo is seeking a Sr. Compensation Manager to be a strategic partner in shaping compensation strategies to attract top talent. This role requires expertise in analyzing compensation packages, collaborating with senior leadership, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals in a fast-paced tech environment.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive benefits package

401k

Education stipends

Qualifications

• 8+ years in compensation and human resources.
• Expertise in pay structures and practices.
• Advanced Excel skills for data management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze executive compensation packages and manage related processes.
• Collaborate on compensation program design and execution.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and market standards.

Skills

Data Analysis

Consultation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, or Business

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

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Yahoo serves as a trusted guide for hundreds of millions of people globally, helping them achieve their goals online through our portfolio of iconic products. For advertisers, Yahoo Advertising offers omnichannel solutions and powerful data to engage with our brands and deliver results.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Compensation Sr. Manager with experience in executive and broad-base compensation to join our team. In this role, you will be a key advisor to senior leadership and HR business partners. You will collaborate with business leaders, HR teams, and cross-functional partners to design, implement, and manage compensation programs that align with organizational goals, promote pay equity, and support talent acquisition and retention. Your insights will shape and elevate our compensation strategies across global markets, ensuring Yahoo remains a leader in attracting and retaining top talent.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth analysis of executive compensation packages, including base salary, bonuses, equity awards, and other executive pay practices
• Handle all aspects of executive pay, including creating materials for board and committee meetings.
• Collaborate with the equity administration team to ensure accurate processing and reporting of executive awards.
• Serve as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to HRBPs, Talent Acquisition and the business leaders by delivering data-driven insights and recommendations that align with Yahoo’s compensation philosophy and business objectives
• Collaborate on the design and execution of key compensation programs including annual base pay increases, bonuses and equity plans
• Contribute to development and management of Yahoo’s global compensation structures, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, market trends, and the company’s long-term growth
• Conduct comprehensive market research and benchmarking to ensure that Yahoo’s competitive compensation packages are aligned with industry standards
• Stay at the forefront of compensation trends, emerging best practices, and government regulations. Leverage market intelligence to inform and evolve compensation strategies, anticipating changes in the external landscape.
  
  

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in compensation and human resources, with a solid understanding of compensation programs (base pay, bonuses, equity) and executive compensation, preferably in a fast-paced, high-growth tech environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and/or Google Sheets, with the ability to manage large, complex data sets and perform detailed analysis.
• Deep analytical mindset with the ability to extract insights from compensation data and drive data-based decisions
• Demonstrated ability to consult and influence across all levels, leveraging data and business acumen.
• In-depth knowledge of state and federal labor laws as it relates to compensation (e.g., FLSA, pay equity requirements)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex compensation concepts to both HR and business leaders
• High attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy, ensuring compliance and integrity in all compensation-related processes.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources, Finance, Business or equivalent.
• Experience working in a global or multi-national organization
• Professional certification in compensation (CCP) or human resources (PHR) preferred
  
  

The material job duties and responsibilities of this role include those listed above as well as adhering to Yahoo policies; exercising sound judgment; working effectively, safely and inclusively with others; exhibiting trustworthiness and meeting expectations; and safeguarding business operations and brand integrity.

At Yahoo, we offer flexible hybrid work options that our employees love! While most roles don’t require regular office attendance, you may occasionally be asked to attend in-person events or team sessions. You’ll always get notice to make arrangements. Your recruiter will let you know if a specific job requires regular attendance at a Yahoo office or facility. If you have any questions about how this applies to the role, just ask the recruiter!

Yahoo is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category. Yahoo will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. Yahoo is dedicated to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the application process and for employees during their employment. If you need accessibility assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please submit a request via the Accommodation Request Form (www.yahooinc.com/careers/contact-us.html) or call +1.866.772.3182. Requests and calls received for non-disability related issues, such as following up on an application, will not receive a response.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace strengthens Yahoo and deepens our relationships. When you support everyone to be their best selves, they spark discovery, innovation and creativity. Among other efforts, our 11 employee resource groups (ERGs) enhance a culture of belonging with programs, events and fellowship that help educate, support and create a workplace where all feel welcome.

The compensation for this position ranges from $110,625.00 - $230,625.00/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills and experience.The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions. Our comprehensive benefits include healthcare, a great 401k, backup childcare, education stipends and much (much) more.

Currently work for Yahoo? Please apply on our internal career site.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Software Development

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