54 Compensation jobs in Houston

**Position Overview**
The Director of Compensation is a key leadership role responsible for the strategic design, implementation, and administration of all compensation programs across the enterprise. This individual will ensure our compensation philosophy and practices are competitive, equitable, and aligned with our business objectives to attract, motivate, and retain top talent. The Director will oversee broad-based compensation, hourly operations compensation programs, sales and variable incentive plans, and our long-term incentive programs.
This role requires a hands-on yet strategic leader with deep expertise in compensation theory and practice, exceptional analytical skills, and a proven ability to thrive in a large, complex, and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will serve as a key advisor to senior leadership and the HR team on all compensation-related matters.
**Job Description**
+ Lead the strategic design, development, implementation, and administration of the company's diverse compensation programs, including base salary structures, short-term and long-term incentives, sales compensation.
+ Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of compensation programs to ensure they are aligned with business strategy, market trends, and are driving the desired behaviors and results.
+ Serve as the primary compensation subject matter expert and strategic advisor to HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders.
+ Lead the strategic design, implementation, and continuous evolution of compensation strategies and programs for supply chain operations, ensuring the effective integration and application of engineer labor standards and best practices to drive competitive, equitable, and performance-driven compensation models across the distribution network
+ Develop and deliver training and communication materials to educate leaders and employees on the company's compensation philosophy, and programs.
+ Lead, mentor, and develop a team of compensation professionals, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
+ Manage key HR strategic projects including acquisition integrations, technology deployment and other network wide initiatives.
+ Keep apprised of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations to ensure company compliance and establish appropriate internal controls
+ Partner with Finance, Legal, Field HR and other Human Resources Centers of Excellence to develop highly efficient operational processes.
**Years of Experience**
+ 10 Years of progressive experience in compensation, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role managing a compensation function and team. Prior experience with Workday strongly preferred.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelors or masters degree in Human Resources, Finance or Business Administration
+ CCP, Certified Compensation Professional certificate
**Qualifications**
**Shift**
1st Shift (United States of America)
**Company**
C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC
**About Our Company**
C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.
Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
**_Salary Range_**
$150,700-$99,580
Company: C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC
Job Area: HR - Total Rewards
Job Family: Human Resources
Job Type: Regular
Job Code: JC0234
Pay Range: 153,720 - 203,580
ReqID: R-

We are looking for an experienced Director, Compensation to join our HR team. The successful candidate will lead the design, implementation, and administration of compensation programs that align with CyrusOne's business objectives. They will work closely with HR leadership and business stakeholders to ensure fair and competitive compensation practices, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Administer and maintain CyrusOne's compensation programs, including base salary structures, job classifications, and incentive programs.
+ Support the annual compensation cycle, including merit increases, promotions, and incentive payouts.
+ Analyze compensation data, conduct market benchmarking, and provide recommendations on pay structures.
+ Assist in developing compensation policies and ensure alignment with corporate objectives.
+ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations.
+ Provide guidance to HR business partners, talent acquisition, and managers on compensation-related matters.
+ Collaborate with Finance and HR leadership to develop compensation models and financial impact analyses.
+ Support the development and maintenance of job descriptions and job leveling frameworks.
+ Participate in salary surveys to analyze market trends and recommend pay adjustments accordingly.
+ Prepare compensation reports and materials for leadership review and board of director presentations.
+ Responsible for HR data analysis and metrics, running reports and analysis.
+ Support additional non-compensation related HR projects and programs as needed.
**Qualifications:**
+ Minimum of 10+ years of experience in compensation, HR analytics, or related field.
+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret compensation data and market trends.
+ Knowledge of compensation principles, job evaluation methodologies, and salary survey participation.
+ Understanding of FLSA, pay equity regulations, and other compensation-related compliance requirements.
+ Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across multiple business functions.
+ Exceptional proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HR systems like Workday.
+ Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
+ Experience in a technology, real estate, or data center environment.
+ Experience supporting sales incentive or executive compensation programs.
**Education / Certifications** **:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, Mathematics, or a related field. MBA is preferred.
+ Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification is a plus.
CyrusOne is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
CyrusOne provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws. We will respond to requests for reasonable accommodations to assist you in applying for positions at CyrusOne, or to submit a resume.
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CyrusOne is proud to be recognized as a Top Work Place by USA Today. Celebrated for our company culture, CyrusOne stands out for its commitment to core values such as community, agility, respect, an enjoyable workplace, ethics, and exceptional service. This accolade reflects CyrusOne's dedication to creating an engaging, respectful, and growth-oriented environment, underpinned by integrity, which not only enhances customer satisfaction but also contributes to the company's overall success.
CyrusOne is a leading global data center developer and operator specializing in delivering state-of-the-art digital infrastructure solutions. With more than 50 high-performance mission-critical facilities worldwide, the Company ensures the continued operation of digital infrastructure for nearly 1,000 customers, including approximately 200 Fortune 1000 companies.
CyrusOne's leading global platform of hybrid-cloud and multi-cloud deployments offers customers colocation, hyperscale, and build-to-suit environments, which help enhance the strategic connections of their essential data infrastructures and support the achievement of sustainability goals. CyrusOne data centers offer world-class flexibility, enabling clients to modernize, simplify, and rapidly respond to changing demands. Combining exceptional financial strength, a broad global footprint, and continued investment in key digital gateway markets, CyrusOne provides the world's largest companies with long-term stability and strategic advantage at scale. For more information, please visit cyrusone.com ( .
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
The law requires CyrusOne to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following link: Know Your Rights ( will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision ( for more information.
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Job Description
A premier employer in the oil and gas industry is seeking a Compensation Analyst to join the team. This person will be responsible for supporting the management, implementation, and administration of the company's compensation and total reward programs, ensuring the programs are competitive to market and support the companys compensation goals. On a day to day basis this person will support the Senior Compensation Analyst and the Total Rewards Manager in the design, analysis, and administration of the company's compensation programs. They will manage the daily administration of compensation programs, ensuring accurate results and timely delivery. They will assist in conducting job evaluations, benchmarking data, and making salary recommendations, as well as assist in benchmarking current pay practices and modeling of potential changes to total rewards programs. This person will participate in market-based compensation survey submissions and assist in in analyzing market to assess trends and industry-specific variables, and work with salary survey system to load and validate the results. They will administer the companys compensation programs, including base pay, annual salary increases, and quarterly and annual bonus incentives. Additionally they will work with HRIS and IT staff to ensure that HRIS software systems meets compensation needs, and that systems are maintained to reflect changes to salary structures, bonus programs, etc. They will consult with HRIS team to design management reports, assist HRIS on system maintenance and improvements for the Compensation module within Workday, and provide guidance on compensation matters to Management and HR business partners. This person will support Total Rewards initiatives and assist with various ad hoc projects and requests and be responsible for administrating the different HR and Compensation system platforms, such as PayFactors, Workday Compensation, Fidelity, etc. Lastly, its important this person continuously reviews and provides improvements to current processes within Compensation and HR. This position is onsite M-Th 7:30am-5:30pm, Fridays are work from home half days.
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Skills and Requirements
1+ years experience in compensation analysis
2+ years in data analytics
Experience with PayFactors, PayScale or other compensation data repository tool
Experience in job description evaluation, market survey submissions/evaluations, cost comparisons and compensation recommendations
Proficiency in excel - downloading data and building reports with many data points
Strong analytical skills, with attention to detail
Creative problem solver and highly organized
Ability to handle multiple projects/requests at the same time
Acute sense of urgency and ability to work independently
Strong ethics, integrity, and confidentiality skills
Excellent verbal and communication skills, ability to convey information in a clear and
concise manner Bachelors degree (highly preferred)
Workday experience

Description We are looking for a highly skilled Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join our Human Resources team in Houston, Texas. In this contract position, you will play a vital role in shaping and maintaining equitable compensation structures while ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This opportunity is ideal for someone with expertise in compensation processes and a passion for delivering impactful results.
Responsibilities:
- Lead compensation-related projects, including role mapping assignments and the development of structured salary grades.
- Design and implement salary grade frameworks based on market analysis and internal pay equity standards.
- Conduct audits of existing compensation practices to identify and resolve inconsistencies in salary ranges.
- Manage job code reviews, addressing duplicate entries and ensuring alignment with organizational roles.
- Utilize UKG Pro software to analyze payroll and compensation data, supporting informed decision-making.
- Research market trends to provide recommendations for maintaining competitive compensation offerings.
- Collaborate with HR teams and leadership to communicate updates to salary ranges and compensation policies.
- Support the development and execution of strategies to enhance pay equity across the organization.
- Provide expertise in benefits coordination, including compliance with FMLA and other regulations. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in compensation-focused roles within Human Resources.
- Proven ability to develop salary ranges, conduct audits, and update compensation strategies.
- Proficiency in using UKG Pro software or similar platforms for payroll and compensation analysis.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret data trends.
- Experience in job mapping, salary grade creation, and job code audits.
- Knowledge of benefits functions, including FMLA compliance and benefits analysis.
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with HR teams and leadership. TalentMatch®
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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An exciting career awaits you
At MPC, we're committed to being a great place to work - one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.
Overview:
MPC has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Compensation Advisor to join our HR team! This role is a key partner in shaping our total rewards strategy and ensuring compensation programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business goals.
Reporting to the Compensation Director, you will provide consultative support to HR Business Partners and leaders across the organization. You'll play a critical role in coordinating our recognitions programs and delivering solutions that attract, recognize, and retain top talent while maintaining internal equity and external competitiveness.
This position is open to all MPC locations. Additional locations may be considered or reviewed for alignment with business needs.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Provides consultative services and support on all aspects of Marathon's compensation programs.
+ Partners with HR Business Partners and internal clients to understand business needs.
+ Responds to requests including salary recommendations, job evaluations, compensation reviews, reporting and analysis, and other related items, and ensures that pay decisions are aligned with Marathon's compensation philosophy and business strategy.
+ Reviews, updates, and maintains job descriptions and maintains job related content in Human Capital Management and other systems.
+ Performs job evaluations for new, existing, or re-defined jobs to determine grade assignments, FLSA exemption status, and incentive eligibility.
+ Conducts regular and ad-hoc analysis of third-party compensation survey data to ensure competitiveness with the external market.
+ Supports the annual compensation planning cycle and administration including merit and incentive pay administration.
+ Manages one or more of Marathon's compensation programs and pay policies, ensuring program effectiveness.
Minimum Qualifications:
+ Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, or related field required.
+ Four (4) years of compensation or relevant Human Resources experience required.
+ Hands-on experience coordinating or managing employee recognition programs (enterprise or business unit level) is preferred.
+ Familiarity with recognition platforms (e.g., AwardCo or similar tools) is preferred.
+ Experience with job evaluation methodologies is preferred.
+ Familiarity with HRIS and compensation systems (e.g., Workday, MarketPay) is preferred.
+ Travel - up to 10%
Skills & Competencies:
+ Client Consultations, Compensation Management, Compensation Planning, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, HRIS Systems, Job Evaluations, Microsoft Excel, Process Efficiency Improvement, Regulatory Compliance, Storytelling, Variable Pay Systems
As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.
Location:
San Antonio TX
Job Requisition ID:

Pay Min/Max:
$90,700.00 - $156,400.00 Salary
Grade:
10 - 11
Location Address:
19100 Ridgewood Pkwy
Additional locations:
Anacortes WA Refinery, Canton OH Refinery, Denver CO, Detroit MI Refinery, Dickinson ND Refinery, El Paso TX Refinery, Findlay, Ohio, Findlay OH Main Bldg, Galveston Bay Refinery, Garyville LA Refinery, Houston TX One Allen Center, Kenai AK Refinery, Los Angeles CA Refinery, Mandan ND Refinery, Martinez CA Refinery, Robinson IL Refinery, Salt Lake City UT Refinery, St Paul Park MN Refinery
Education:
Bachelors (Required)
Employee Group:
Full time
Employee Subgroup:
Regular
Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here ( . If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at . Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability
We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.
About Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
WM, a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial strength. WM serves nearly 21 million customers in residential, commercial, industrial and municipal markets throughout North America through a network of collection operations, transfer stations, landfills, recycling facilities and renewable energy projects.
Why join our team?
At WM, we believe that the proud, caring, resilient members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. As such, we commit to taking care of each other, our customers, our communities, and the environment. We believe in "Success with Integrity"- essentially, Doing the Right Thing, the Right Way. We commit to being accountable, honest, trustworthy, ethical, and compliant in all that we do.
**I. Job Summary**
Responsible for all legal compliance aspects of WM's Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits matters and projects. The preferred locations for this role will be Houston, TX, Philadelphia, PA or Chicago, IL, however other US locations will be considered.
**II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities**
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to advise internal clients, including senior leaders, on a broad range of topics and perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The responsibilities include:
+ Single Employer Plans - defined contribution plan compliance, investment monitoring and auditing
+ Health and Welfare Benefit Plans
+ Executive Compensation and Agreements
+ Structuring and Drafting Equity Awards
+ Compensation and Benefits-Related Due Diligence for Acquisitions and Divestitures
+ ERISA litigation and other disputes involving operation of the compensation and benefit plans
+ Assisting Plan Fiduciary and Settlor Committees and other Plan Advisors with governance issues
+ Advising and Drafting Severance Plans and Agreements
+ Advising on complex 162(m) tax deduction, 409A deferred compensation and 280G parachute payment issues
+ Supporting annual tax and audit processes related to the plans
+ Non-competition Agreements
+ Multiemployer Plans (withdrawal liability litigation and modeling)
+ DOL and IRS audits and voluntary correction programs
+ Plan termination
+ Compliance with federal, state and local employee leave laws.
+ Other minor duties may be assigned.
**III. Supervisory Responsibilities**
This job has no supervisory duties but will manage outside counsel and occasionally act as a team lead.
**IV. Qualifications**
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
+ Education: Juris Doctorate (accredited).
+ Experience: 8 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).
+ Law firm experience - preferred
+ Prior experience working in house in private corporation preferred
+ Experience with Canadian benefits-preferred
B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements
+ Required: State Bar Licensure.
**V. Work Environment**
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
This is an office job - with current flexibility to work remote occasionally.
Normal setting for this job is: office setting.
**Benefits**
The expected base pay range for this position across the U.S. is $195,000 - $240,000. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply."
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Our client, a leading organization committed to fostering a positive and competitive work environment, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Compensation & Benefits Specialist to join their Human Resources team in Houston, Texas, US . This role is essential for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive compensation and benefits programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of compensation structures, benefits administration, HRIS systems, and relevant legal compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and manage all aspects of the company's compensation programs, including salary structures, job evaluations, and incentive plans.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and administration of employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure competitive compensation and benefits packages.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to compensation and benefits (e.g., FLSA, ERISA).
• Manage relationships with third-party benefits providers and brokers.
• Utilize HRIS systems to manage employee data, process payroll-related changes, and generate reports.
• Develop and deliver communication materials to educate employees about their compensation and benefits.
• Analyze compensation and benefits data to identify trends, assess effectiveness, and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues and business leaders on total rewards strategies.
• Participate in special projects, such as annual open enrollment, compensation reviews, and benefits audits.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits administration.
• In-depth knowledge of compensation principles, job analysis, and salary benchmarking.
• Comprehensive understanding of employee benefits programs, including health, retirement, and voluntary benefits.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, ADP) and payroll processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Experience in managing vendor relationships.
• Knowledge of relevant employment laws and regulations.
• Professional certifications such as CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) or CBP (Certified Benefits Professional) are a plus.

This is a significant opportunity for a seasoned Compensation & Benefits professional to contribute to organizational success in Houston, Texas, US . Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a collaborative work environment. Join us and play a key role in shaping our total rewards strategy.

**Who We Are**
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
**The Role**
Kyndryl is seeking a visionary and dynamic Associate Director of Total Rewards Delivery to join our HR Services team. This pivotal leadership role involves spearheading and managing comprehensive compensation and benefits programs across a designated region. The Associate Director will be instrumental in strategically transforming our total rewards initiatives to attract, retain, and inspire top talent in the fast-evolving technology sector.
**Essential Skills, Duties & Responsibilities**
+ **Lead and Inspire a Team:** Engage and lead a team of Compensation and Benefits specialists, ensuring the seamless execution of global and in-country Compensation, Benefits, and Retirement programs across the region.
+ **Develop Best-in-Class Processes:** Build and maintain standardized processes, creating comprehensive process documents, maps, and standard operating procedures to ensure efficiency and consistency.
+ **Drive Continuous Improvement:** Proactively identify trends in escalations, measure SLAs and KPIs using data and analytics, and recommend process improvements or policy adjustments to enhance service delivery.
+ **Resolve High-Impact Inquiries:** Serve as the final escalation point for high-impact or sensitive employee benefits inquiries, acting as a liaison between team members, vendors, HR teams, and leadership to ensure concerns are addressed with efficiency, accuracy, and empathy.
+ **Collaborate with HR Leaders:** Partner with HR leaders through regular interlocks to track progress and performance, identify areas for improvement, and provide data-driven insights on compensation and benefits costs, compliance considerations, and evolving employee expectations.
+ **Align with Total Rewards COE:** Ensure alignment with the broader Total Rewards Center of Excellence, identifying ways to enhance the employee value proposition.
+ **Ensure Compliance:** Maintain compliance with local laws and policies, adhering to data protection and privacy laws.
+ **Enhance HR Knowledge:** Partner with the Knowledge team to develop and maintain HR knowledge articles, communicating process changes and strengthening process knowledge for the HR community, managers, and employees related to Total Rewards.
+ **Champion Employee Interests:** Balance the needs of both Kyndryl and the organization, delivering top-tier service experience that champions the interests of all stakeholders.
**Your Future at Kyndryl**
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to growing your career, from Junior Administrator to Architect. We have training and upskilling programs that you find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with customers in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.
**Who You Are**
You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
**Required Skills, Experience and Circumstances**
+ Bachelor's degree.
+ Minimum 8+ years of experience in global Total Rewards management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
+ Experience managing vendors and vendor relationships.
+ Strong understanding of Global Total Rewards principles, practices, and trends, along with a deep knowledge of multi-country tax, compensation, and regulatory environments.
+ Proven track record in executing global Total Rewards programs, including pay and performance cycles, benefits and retirement program administration, reporting, and compliance.
+ In-depth understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to compensation and benefits.
+ Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional, geographically dispersed virtual teams.
+ Expertise in managing and leading changes within an organization, including the ability to communicate effectively and gain buy-in from stakeholders.
+ Proven ability to mentor, coach, and build high-performance teams.
+ Ability to work with all levels of partners, adapt quickly to changing priorities and business needs, and influence to build consensus.
+ Proven ability to learn and grasp concepts quickly in a fast-paced environment.
+ Familiarity with HRIS systems, compensation software, and other relevant technology tools.
+ Strong communicator with problem-solving abilities and a history of leading teams through change and growth.
+ Exceptional interpersonal skills, contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
**Preferred Skills and Experience**
+ Exposure to Latin America programs.
+ Experience in organizational design is preferred.
+ Strong project management skills to oversee multiple initiatives and ensure they are completed on time and within budget.
+ Ambitious, pragmatic, high-energy, and collaborative.
+ Bold with good judgment, comfortable with risk-taking, and adaptable.
+ Ability to challenge, listen to others, and embrace feedback.
**What We Offer**
+ Competitive salary and benefits package.
+ Opportunities for professional growth and development.
+ A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
+ The chance to work with a leading global IT services company.
**Compensation**
The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $150,720 to $86,200 based on a full-time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience. For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.
There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:
California: 165,720 to 343,560
Colorado: 150,720 to 286,200
New York City: 180,720 to 343,560
Washington: 165,720 to 314,880
Washington DC: 165,720 to 314,880
This position will be eligible for Kyndryl's discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl's applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off. Note: If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
**Being You**
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
**What You Can Expect**
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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**_This position will be fully remote and can be hired anywhere in the continental U.S._**
We are seeking a Sr. Compensation Analyst to work as an integral part of Optiv's Human Resources Compensation team. This individual will report to the Manager, Compensation and will provide support for a wide range of compensation projects and programs.
**How you'll make an impact**
+ Leads and performs a full scope of activities associated with the development and administration of compensation programs.
+ Designs and maintains salary structures for US, Canada and India. Ages structures and slots new roles as needed.
+ Manages small to medium size projects in areas such as annual incentive administration, Annual Compensation Review (ACR), communications and training, and market survey analysis.
+ Serves as a consultant to the organization from an education, market benchmarking, reporting and analytical perspective.
+ Partners with HR Partners, Talent Acquisition and Business Leaders to identify and address current and emerging total compensation trends, issues and any pay concerns, including internal equity.
+ Monitors the effectiveness of existing compensation policies, guidelines and procedures recommending revisions and updates that are cost effective and consistent with compensation trends and corporate objectives.
+ Conducts job leveling, job analysis, job classification and job evaluation.
+ Conducts regular audits of compensation data to ensure jobs are accurately aligned in their salary structure, appropriately leveled, adequately reflective of job duties and have the correct FLSA classification.
+ Acts as an active contributor to continuous process improvement for all comp processes, programs and tools. Creates and updates relevant and effective knowledge database content. Accurately and effectively utilizes HRIS system (Workday) and tools. When applicable, participates in the design and support of the HR system to assist with automation and general administration.
+ Demonstrates an extensive working and practical knowledge of a wide variety of compensation techniques, theory, practices, methods, programs and plans including regulatory requirements, incentive compensation, and base pay management.
+ Administers job profile and survey data creation and maintenance within Workday.
+ Develops and prepares in-depth compensation reporting/analytics and provides support for ad-hoc reporting requests from HR Partners and Business Leaders.
+ Reviews and advises on proposed salary and incentive compensation changes for new and current employees.
+ Leads the Annual Compensation Review (ACR) planning process, implementation, and communications.
+ Participates in cross-functional projects, representing the Compensation team and performing in project leadership role as needed.
+ Participates in acquisition integration and the harmonization of employee onboarding.
+ Designs and delivers compensation training and guidance to managers and leaders in the organization.
+ Serves as a mentor to junior analysts.
**What we're looking for**
+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent, relevant work experience.
+ Minimum 6 years of experience working in Compensation with the analysis, design and administration of compensation programs.
+ Experience creating and maintaining salary structures.
+ Experience managing company-wide projects, specifically annual merit cycles and M&A activities.
+ Knowledge of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and exemption testing.
+ Workday experience is required.
+ Knowledge of Human Resources compensation principles and best practices; International compensation experience a plus.
+ Proven financial and business acumen with the ability to successfully perform independent analysis and interpretation.
+ Advanced Excel skills with high attention to detail; Power BI and Automate a plus.
+ Exercise sound judgement and initiative when carrying out responsibilities.
+ Excellent interpersonal, consulting, verbal and written skills.
+ Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional judgment.
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**What you can expect from Optiv**
+ A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Employee Resource Groups ( .
+ Work/life balance
+ Professional training resources
+ Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects
+ Volunteer Opportunities. "Optiv Chips In" encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.
+ The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)
**EEO Statement**
Optiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age 40 and over, marital status, genetic information, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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