Sr. Compensation Specialist, Incentive Programs , One Medical PXT

Amazon Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon seeks an experienced Sr. Compensation Specialist to manage complex provider incentive programs and partner with business leaders across the organization. You will drive strategic compensation solutions, balancing tactical execution with long-term impact, while coordinating with HRIS, Finance, Legal and Payroll teams.

The role emphasizes analytical insights, stakeholder collaboration, and scalable program design in a high-demand environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years in finance, compensation or consulting.
• 5+ years in Human Resources, Compensation Management or Consulting.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of complex incentive programs and provider dashboards.
• Develop frameworks for multiple variable pay programs and documentation.
• Identify processes and tools to scale compensation solutions.
• Present policy and process papers to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with HRIS, Talent Management, Finance and Payroll on multi-workstream initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PeopleSoft

Job description

Sr. Compensation Specialist, Incentive Programs , One Medical PXT

Position Overview

Amazon is seeking an experienced Compensation Specialist to join our team. This role will support the implementation and ongoing management of complex compensation programs, including our Provider Incentive Plans, while serving as a strategic partner to business leaders across the organization.

About the Role

As a Compensation Specialist for One Medical you will manage complex compensation problems and influence key stakeholders to champion Amazon's compensation model. You will work independently on large-size projects and programs, providing strategic compensation solutions while building trusted relationships with business leaders. This role requires both tactical execution and strategic thinking to support organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Compensation Management

• Manage complex compensation problems and influence key stakeholders on One Medical and Amazon's compensation philosophy and strategy
• Navigate ambiguity across multiple internal business initiatives, soliciting input from business and cross-functional teams
• Anticipate business needs and create forward-looking compensation solutions, highlighting potential risks and barriers
• Make trade-offs between short and long-term needs to achieve optimal outcomes

Stakeholder Partnership & Leadership

• Build trusted relationships with senior and executive-level leadership through delivering results across various engagements
• Manage and set stakeholder expectations by understanding their challenges and demonstrating flexibility and ownership
• Lead Business and Steering Committee reviews and advocate for compensation program design and delivery
• Educate others effectively on topics related to variable pay, Healthcare and assigned client groups

Program Design & Implementation

• Lead implementation of complex incentive programs, including provider dashboard development, plan documentation, payroll readiness, controllership, standard operating procedures and continuous improvement
• Create new frameworks and establish new and equitable business practices across multiple variable pay programs, such as incentive pay, merit incentives and professional development
• Identify, define, and improve processes, automation, and tools that scale for client groups
• Develop and deliver white papers (QBRs, policy and process documentation) to stakeholders
• Drive scalable solutions and apply best practices to transaction processes
• Draw insights from data to identify root causes, trends, and validate compensation assumptions for the variable pay plans

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with teams including HRIS (Workday) Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Legal, Employee Relations, Finance, Payroll, HR Operations, and Technology on multi-workstream initiatives
• Coordinate across a vast range of stakeholders and manage complex milestones in multi-functional efforts
• Respond appropriately to urgent or ad-hoc requests, identifying correct teams to involve and escalating as needed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 5+ years of finance, compensation or consulting experience
• 5+ years of Human Resources, Compensation Management or Consulting experience
• Knowledge of Excel and Peoplesoft
• Knowledge of compensation compliance with state and federal laws

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience that includes strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities
• Experience conducting sophisticated and creative analysis of complex data and translate the results into actionable deliverables, messages, and presentations
• Experience communicating complex business concepts in verbal and written form
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-tech company, or experience completing complex tasks quickly with little to no guidance and react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround
• Experience with compensation planning, negotiation, and implementation

USA, CA, San Francisco - 148,600.00 - 201,000.00 USD annually

USA, WA, Seattle - 135,100.00 - 182,700.00 USD annually

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits .

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Veterans, military spouses, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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