Sr Compensation Partner

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 101,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly

PTO & holidays

Bonus programs

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Sr Compensation Partner to join a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. The role acts as a strategic advisor on compensation, guiding pay decisions and the annual cycle while improving data-driven processes.

The ideal candidate has deep compensation program experience, strong analytics, and communicates effectively with executives. This remote role supports U.S. business groups in a regulated industry with thoughtful pay practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of compensation-focused experience in design and execution.
• Proficiency with market benchmarking tools and financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic compensation partner to executives and HR partners.
• Lead complex pay decisions and the annual compensation cycle.
• Identify process improvements and coordinate implementations with stakeholders.
• Coach junior team members on compensation analysis and stakeholder communication.
• Communicate compensation concepts clearly to executive stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Executive stakeholder management

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Sr Compensation Partner to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.

This role will serve as a strategic advisor to business leaders and HR partners on compensation matters, helping shape programs that support a competitive and effective rewards philosophy. The position will guide complex pay decisions, lead key components of the annual compensation cycle, and strengthen processes that support consistent, data-driven outcomes across the organization. It also offers the opportunity to coach others, influence stakeholder alignment, and improve compensation practices in a highly collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will bring deep compensation program experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with executive stakeholders. This is a remote opportunity with flexibility to work from anywhere in the U.S., supporting broad business groups in a regulated industry where thoughtful pay practices matter.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $101,167 - $204,439 annually

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic compensation partner for assigned business groups, building relationships with executives and HR partners
• Navigate complex compensation questions and recommend tailored solutions aligned with the organization’s philosophy
• Lead the annual compensation cycle, including performance management and incentive program administration
• Identify and recommend improvements to compensation processes and coordinate implementation with stakeholders
• Coach and mentor junior team members on compensation analysis and stakeholder communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of compensation-focused experience, ideally in program design and execution
• Demonstrated expertise in compensation program design and execution, including market benchmarking tools
• Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis, particularly in Excel or Google Sheets
• Strong written communication skills to convey complex compensation concepts clearly

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the U.S.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Incentive bonus programs
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Education assistance and professional development opportunities
• Health and wellbeing resources, including mental health support

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification - your background could be exactly what this team needs.