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Compensation Manager
Compensation Specialist
Charlotte ,  North Carolina Direct Hire Mar 26, 2026
Compensation Manager
Summary:
A leading, large-scale consumer-facing organization is seeking a Compensation Manager to play a key role in shaping and advancing enterprise-wide compensation programs. This position sits within a highly visible Total Rewards function undergoing a significant transformation, offering the opportunity to build and enhance compensation structures, influence executive decision-making, and partner directly with business leaders.
This role will support a defined “book of business” and act as a strategic advisor to HR Business Partners and leadership. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in traditional compensation practices, paired with the ability to translate market data into actionable insights and recommendations.

Position Type: Direct Hire/Full-Time
Location: Charlotte, NC
Schedule: Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)
Compensation: $120,000 – $140,000 base + 15% bonus
Benefits:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous PTO + holidays
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong leadership support

Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the primary compensation partner for assigned business units, advising HR and leadership on pay decisions, job evaluations, and compensation strategy
  • Lead and support core compensation processes, including annual merit planning, market pricing, job evaluation, and pay equity analysis
  • Analyze and interpret market data (Mercer, Korn Ferry, WTW, etc.) to develop compensation recommendations and executive-level summaries
  • Help build and refine compensation frameworks, including job architecture (job families/sub-families), career mobility, and salary structures
  • Support the ongoing transformation of the compensation function, including implementation of customer-aligned support models and improved service delivery
  • Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and business leaders to align compensation strategies with organizational goals and workforce planning
  • Ensure data accuracy and compliance within HRIS systems (SAP SuccessFactors, Employee Central, payroll integrations)
  • Contribute to the design, administration, and optimization of variable compensation programs (incentives, commissions, etc.), particularly for field-based roles
  • Participate in field and operational exposure (e.g., site visits, operational shadowing) to better inform compensation decisions

Qualifications:
  • 3–5+ years of experience in compensation, total rewards, or related HR discipline
  • Strong understanding of traditional compensation processes (merit cycles, market surveys, job evaluation, salary structures)
  • Experience working with market data and compensation tools (e.g., MarketPay, Mercer, Korn Ferry, WTW)
  • Ability to synthesize data into clear, actionable insights for leadership audiences
  • Experience supporting or designing variable pay programs (sales, incentives, or hourly workforce) is a plus
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority
  • High level of initiative, accountability, and comfort operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Experience in large or complex organizations preferred (industry background flexible)
  • Bachelor’s degree required
Category Code: JN007, JN037
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