Sr. Director, Compensation

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr. Director, Compensation based in United States.

This executive-level role offers the opportunity to shape and scale global compensation strategies within a fast-growing technology environment. The position will serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, helping design programs that attract, reward, and retain exceptional talent worldwide. You will lead the evolution of compensation frameworks, job architecture, and pay practices while balancing business objectives, market competitiveness, and equity. This role combines strategic vision with operational execution, requiring strong influence across People, Finance, Recruiting, and business leadership teams. You will guide a high-performing compensation function and build scalable solutions that support organizational growth. The ideal candidate is a compensation leader who thrives in complex environments and enjoys driving meaningful change through data-driven decisions.

Accountabilities:: The Sr. Director, Compensation will be responsible for defining, implementing, and evolving global compensation strategies that support business growth, talent objectives, and long-term organizational success. This role requires strong leadership, analytical expertise, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders across multiple functions.

Define and continuously evolve the global compensation philosophy and strategy, ensuring alignment with business priorities, growth objectives, market practices, pay equity principles, and cost considerations.

Own and enhance job architecture strategies, including leveling frameworks, job families, career structures, and compensation consistency across global teams.

Lead complex compensation initiatives from strategy development through execution, ensuring strong ownership of timelines, quality, and measurable outcomes.

Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders across Engineering, Product, Sales, and corporate functions on compensation decisions, market trends, hiring offers, promotions, retention strategies, and organizational changes.

Partner with compensation operations leadership to develop scalable processes, frameworks, tools, and systems that improve compensation decision-making globally.

Conduct market benchmarking and competitive analysis to ensure compensation programs remain attractive and aligned with evolving talent markets.

Collaborate with Finance on compensation planning, forecasting, and equity management, while partnering with HR systems and analytics teams to improve reporting and insights.

Work closely with Recruiting teams to support competitive hiring strategies and effective compensation positioning.

Lead, coach, and develop a global team of compensation professionals, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Champion inclusive compensation practices and contribute to a culture focused on transparency, growth, and operational excellence.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced compensation executive with a strong background in designing global compensation programs, leading teams, and influencing senior business stakeholders. They should bring strategic thinking, analytical capability, and a proven ability to operate effectively in complex, high-growth environments.

8+ years of experience in compensation, with deep expertise in broad-based compensation strategy and program design.

Experience managing global compensation programs with knowledge of international market practices and regulatory considerations.

Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing compensation teams.

Strong track record of influencing senior executives and driving high-impact compensation initiatives from concept through implementation.

Experience partnering with Finance, HR technology, People Analytics, and Recruiting teams to improve compensation models, tools, and reporting.

Strong understanding of market benchmarking, pay structures, equity practices, and compensation trends within technology or similar industries.

Ability to build alignment and trust across teams through strong communication, collaboration, and influence.

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, evolving organization.

Strong leadership skills with a commitment to developing inclusive, high-performing teams.

Benefits:

Competitive annual base salary range of $193,200–$345,000 USD.

Eligibility for performance-based compensation and equity opportunities, including initial equity grants and ongoing refresh opportunities based on performance and applicable plans.

Comprehensive total rewards package designed to support long-term employee success.

Flexible, employee-led remote work model.

Comprehensive health benefits.

Paid parental leave programs.

Professional development support and career growth opportunities.

Opportunity to influence compensation strategy at a global scale within a high-growth technology organization.

Collaborative environment with the ability to make a meaningful business impact.

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