Strategic Global Compensation Leader

Leidos Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 139,100 - 251,450; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Inc in Reston, VA is seeking a Director of Compensation to lead strategy, governance, and end-to-end compensation programs across a large, matrixed enterprise. You will oversee annual pay planning, incentives, market benchmarking, and Workday optimization, partnering with HR and business leadership to drive alignment with talent strategy and compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, analytical rigor, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, finance or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 12+ years of progressive compensation experience in large, matrixed orgs.
• Deep expertise in compensation operations, annual planning, and incentive programs.
• Experience with Workday compensation modules and executive compensation.
• Strong communication and influence with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise compensation strategy, governance, and programs.
• Oversee annual merit planning, market pricing, salary structures, and incentives.
• Own compensation systems strategy and Workday optimization.
• Develop dashboards, analytics, and reporting for governance.
• Ensure compliance with pay regulations and audit standards.
• Partner with executives to support compensation decisions and reporting.

Skills

Compensation strategy

Workday expert

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance or related field

Advanced degree preferred

CCP designation (preferred)

Tools

Workday

Analytics tools

Job description

Leidos Inc in Reston, VA is seeking a Director of Compensation to lead strategy, governance, and end-to-end compensation programs across a large, matrixed enterprise. You will oversee annual pay planning, incentives, market benchmarking, and Workday optimization, partnering with HR and business leadership to drive alignment with talent strategy and compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, analytical rigor, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders across functions.