This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Compensation Business Partner based in United States.
This role offers the opportunity to shape compensation strategies that support business growth and employee success within a people-focused organization.
You will serve as a strategic advisor to leaders and People teams, helping design equitable, competitive, and scalable compensation programs.
The position combines analytical expertise, business partnership, and operational ownership to influence how employees are rewarded and retained.
You will lead compensation cycles, improve job architecture, support equity programs, and provide insights that guide critical business decisions.
Working cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, People Operations, and business leaders, you will help build compensation practices that are transparent and effective.
This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced compensation professional who thrives in autonomy, complexity, and continuous improvement.
Accountabilities:
The Senior Compensation Business Partner will own strategic compensation initiatives, providing expert guidance on pay programs, market competitiveness, and organizational design. This role requires strong analytical thinking, stakeholder management, and the ability to translate compensation data into actionable recommendations.
- Serve as a trusted compensation advisor to senior leaders and HR partners by providing recommendations that balance market competitiveness, internal equity, and business priorities.
- Lead annual and off-cycle compensation review processes, including market analysis, budget planning, calibration support, and executive-level recommendations.
- Manage complex compensation projects from strategy through execution, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, timelines, and business objectives.
- Partner with Finance, Legal, and People Operations teams to improve compensation systems, processes, governance, and operational efficiency.
- Leverage AI-powered tools and automation to enhance compensation workflows, reporting accuracy, analytics, and scalability.
- Provide compensation expertise and insights to support the evolution of products and solutions related to employee performance, development, and rewards.
- Refine career frameworks, leveling structures, and compensation guidelines to support organizational growth.
- Conduct compensation benchmarking, cash and equity modeling, and reporting to ensure competitive and retention-focused programs.
- Prepare and coordinate compensation committee materials, including equity analysis and executive recommendations.
- Maintain strong governance over compensation data, documentation, and processes to ensure consistency, compliance, and audit readiness.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate brings deep compensation expertise, strong analytical capabilities, and experience partnering with business leaders to solve complex compensation challenges. You should be comfortable operating independently, influencing stakeholders, and designing programs that support both employees and organizational goals.
- 6+ years of progressive compensation experience, including ownership of compensation programs and strategic business partnerships.
- Strong experience with compensation modeling, market benchmarking, equity programs, and pay analysis.
- Proven ability to advise senior leaders on compensation decisions, explain trade-offs, and influence outcomes.
- Experience independently managing annual compensation review cycles and cross-functional compensation initiatives.
- Strong understanding of compensation best practices, market trends, regulatory considerations, and governance requirements.
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and deliver clear business recommendations.
- Experience using modern analytics tools, AI-enabled solutions, and automation to improve compensation operations.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills across all organizational levels.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience designing or administering incentive compensation programs, including sales or corporate bonus structures.
- Comfortable working with ambiguity, taking ownership, and proactively identifying solutions.
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or professional compensation certification such as CCP or GRP preferred.
- Experience supporting high-growth SaaS or technology organizations is a plus.
Benefits:
- Competitive annual cash salary range of approximately $133,500–$167,000 depending on location, experience, skills, and qualifications.
- Eligibility for incentive stock options under applicable company plans.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Life, accidental death and dismemberment, and disability insurance.
- Paid parental leave and flexible paid time off, including holidays and sick time.
- 401(k) retirement plan and financial planning resources.
- Wellness programs and access to wellness applications.
- Learning and development budget to support professional growth.
- Internet and phone stipend.
- One-time work-from-home office setup stipend.
- Commuter and parking benefits where applicable.
- Collaborative remote work environment focused on innovation, inclusion, and employee development.