Strategic Compensation Partner: Lead Pay Programs

Jobtailor; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced compensation leader to guide program design, policy interpretation, and market competitiveness. You will partner with business units to translate enterprise strategy into tailored solutions and manage end-to-end compensation initiatives.

Expect collaboration with HR, Finance, and senior leadership, driving pay equity, incentive design, and governance. A strong analytics background and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, GRP) preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in compensation, HR, or related field preferably within corporate or consulting environments.
• Demonstrated experience providing strategic compensation consulting and partnering with business leaders.
• Advanced project management skills with experience leading large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Expertise in compensation design methodologies, market analysis, job evaluation, and pay structure management.
• Advanced or expert communication, influence, and presentation skills to engage effectively with all organizational levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, compensation data platforms (e.g., PayScale, Mercer, Willis Towers Watson), and HRIS.
• Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business unit leaders and HR partners, providing strategic coaching and guidance on compensation program design, policy interpretation, and market competitiveness.
• Cultivate strong partnerships with business units to translate enterprise compensation philosophy into tailored strategies.
• Lead end-to-end compensation projects and programs including new initiatives, major enhancements, and annual processes (merit, bonus).
• Analyze compensation trends, benchmark data, and internal pay practices to recommend program adjustments for talent attraction and retention.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders to align compensation strategies with business objectives.
• Design and implement innovative compensation solutions, including pay equity and incentive pay strategies.
• Manage communication and training to ensure stakeholders understand decisions and changes.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness of compensation processes.
• Lead cross-functional teams in compensation initiatives ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
• Ensure execution of salary reviews, promotion reviews, pay adjustments and related transactions.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in compensation practices.
• Utilize advanced data analysis tools to present findings and actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Mentor junior team members in development and project work.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners to create competitive compensation solutions.

Skills

Compensation strategy

Project management

Data analysis

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's in HR/Business

Tools

Excel

HRIS

PayScale

Mercer

Willis Towers Watson

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced compensation leader to guide program design, policy interpretation, and market competitiveness. You will partner with business units to translate enterprise strategy into tailored solutions and manage end-to-end compensation initiatives.

Expect collaboration with HR, Finance, and senior leadership, driving pay equity, incentive design, and governance. A strong analytics background and excellent communication are essential.