Compensation Manager

Ncite Partners is currently partnering with a leading energy company in Houston, TX, seeking an experienced Compensation Manager to join their team.

Highlights

• Leadership opportunity overseeing a team of 5 compensation professionals.
• Strategic role managing base salary, short-term incentives, and long-term stock-based compensation programs.
• Competitive base salary up to approximately $200K.
• 100% onsite with every other Friday off.

Our Client

Our client is an established organization in the energy industry with a large employee population and complex compensation programs. The company offers an opportunity to play a key role in shaping compensation strategy while partnering closely with business and HR leadership.

The Role

• Lead the design and administration of base salary, short-term incentive, and long-term incentive programs.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 5 compensation professionals.
• Oversee salary structures, merit increases, market benchmarking, and incentive planning.
• Conduct compensation modeling and analysis to support business decisions.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and business leadership to align compensation programs with organizational objectives.
• Oversee compensation systems, reporting, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of compensation experience, including prior management experience.
• Experience overseeing compensation programs for a large employee population.
• Strong experience with base salary, short-term incentives, and long-term stock-based compensation.
• Background in oil and gas, midstream, or a similar industry required.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience with HRIS systems, compensation analysis, and market benchmarking; CCP or SHRM certification preferred.