Overview

Location: United States

Date published: 09-Jan-2026

Job ID: 165158

Description and Requirements

Job Location: Remote

Job Type: 6‑month contract


Position Summary

The Compensation Manager – Job Architecture is responsible for designing and maintaining job structures, developing pay ranges, conducting salary benchmarking, and ensuring alignment with regulatory and organizational standards. This role plays a key part in shaping job architecture frameworks that support the company’s strategic goals.

Scope of Responsibilities

  • Lead the job architecture design project, streamlining titles, levels, and career paths
  • Enhance data quality, governance, and reporting through HRIS and analytical tools
  • Lead job‑leveling strategy using internal job descriptions, organizational hierarchy, external benchmarks, and business objectives
  • Analyze market data to inform job architecture decisions
  • Benchmark job roles against industry standards
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment with business goals
  • Monitor industry trends to maintain equitable and competitive pay structures
  • Prepare reports summarizing compensation and market data findings

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Market analysis and data interpretation
  • Benchmarking and compensation strategy development
  • Monitoring industry trends
  • Report preparation and presentation
  • Cross‑functional collaboration
  • Strong communication, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills

Work Experience

  • Deep understanding of compensation principles, including job evaluation, market pricing, pay structures, and incentive plans
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities, with the ability to advise and influence senior leaders
  • Experience designing compensation and job structures in Dayforce (Ceridian) preferred

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
  • 4–6 years of experience in market data analysis and total rewards management
  • 7–9 years of experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States

Licenses and Certifications

  • CCP – Certified Compensation Professional (preferred)