What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Global Compensation position at LHH?
Job Summary: LHH is partnering with an organization in Overland Park, KS, and assisting them search for a new Global Compensation Director. The Global Compensation Director will be responsible for developing and implementing compensation strategies across the organization, with a focus on global benchmarking, job profiles, and equity programs. This role requires extensive experience in creating and managing Short-Term Incentive (STI) and Long-Term Incentive (LTI) programs, as well as a deep understanding of compensation tools like Payfactors and their interaction with Workday.
This organization is located in Overland Park, and they work a hybrid schedule both on-site and remotely each week. For candidates not in the Overland Park area, a relocation would be required, and a package offered. Other potential office locations include Duluth, GA, downtown Atlanta, and Irving, TX.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement global compensation strategies, including STI and LTI programs.
- Manage all aspects of compensation, including global benchmarking and job profiles.
- Oversee and own all equity programs and reporting.
- Prepare and deliver executive presentations on compensation strategies and outcomes.
- Conduct compensation analytics and reporting to support decision-making.
- Oversee the annual compensation cycle and ensure alignment with the company's compensation philosophy.
- Partner with benefits, wellness, and community teams as part of the total rewards team.
- Provide guidance on benchmarking approaches and methodologies.
- Build and implement new compensation programs, rather than relying on pre-existing ones.
- Ensure compliance with global compensation regulations and best practices.
- Manage a team of 4 on the Compensation team.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in global compensation, including the US, Europe, and Asia.
- Proven track record in creating and implementing STI programs beyond standard annual bonus programs.
- Strong background in total rewards, with benefits experience as a secondary focus – preferred.
- Proficiency in using compensation tools like Payfactors and Workday – required.
- Staff management experience – required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage and lead a team effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
