BlackLine

Director, Global Compensation

BlackLine$225K — $282K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related; MBA preferred.
  • 8-10 years in global broad-based compensation, with leadership experience.
  • Experience in large-scale compensation implementations and change management.
  • Knowledge of executive compensation programs and Compensation Committee materials.
  • Strong financial and business acumen with problem analysis skills.
  • Expertise in Federal and Multi-State compensation laws, including FLSA.
  • Exceptional communication skills, able to influence senior stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with HR technology and reporting tools, especially Workday.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the global compensation strategy in alignment with business outcomes.
  • Direct the annual global compensation planning process, including budgeting.
  • Design and manage the global compensation structure and base pay programs.
  • Gather competitive intelligence for pay practices across global markets.
  • Advise senior business leaders on complex compensation policies and challenges.
  • Define the roadmap for scalable compensation systems with HR Technology team.
  • Create a communication strategy to educate stakeholders on compensation policies.
  • Ensure compliance with global compensation regulations.

Benefits

  • Flexible work environment with a combination of virtual and in-person meetings.
  • Opportunity to engage with executive-level compensation discussions.
  • Access to short-term and long-term incentive programs for eligible employees.
  • Robust benefits and wellness plans offered by the company.
Full Job Description
Make Your Mark:
Reporting to the VP, Total Rewards and Analytics, the Director of Global Compensation is responsible for the strategic direction and leadership of global compensation programs that attract and retain talent, drive business outcomes, and reward employees. This role is a key member of the Total Rewards leadership team and acts as a primary strategic advisor to People Business Partners and Business Leaders on all compensation matters. The Director will provide the vision and tools to effectively meet human capital and financial objectives for the organization while ensuring internal equity, external competitiveness, and compliance with applicable laws.

You'll Get To:
  • Serve as a key leader within the Total Rewards function, working closely with the VP to develop and execute the company's global compensation strategy.
  • Own and direct the annual global compensation planning process, including the strategy, budget modeling, and recommendations for merit, incentives, promotions, and equity programs.
  • Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of the company's global compensation structure, base pay programs, and job architecture.
  • Drive the strategy for gathering competitive intelligence and insights on pay levels and practices to ensure the company's competitive positioning in all global markets. Own the development of quantitative models to formulate recommendations and updates.
  • Serve as the lead strategic advisor to senior business leaders and HR Business Partners on complex compensation philosophies, programs, and policies, developing innovative solutions for high-impact, compensation-related business challenges.
  • Partner with the HR Technology team to define the roadmap for compensation systems and tools, ensuring programs are effectively implemented, managed, and scalable.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy to effectively educate the People team, managers, and employees on compensation plans, policies, and philosophies.
  • Ensure all compensation programs and practices are in compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local regulations globally, maintaining an expert knowledge of current and emerging legal requirements.


What You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree is preferred.
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of progressively responsible experience in global broad-based compensation, with significant experience in a leadership or strategic role.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and driving large-scale compensation implementations requiring process changes, project management, and change management.
  • Experience supporting executive compensation programs and Compensation Committee materials.
  • Excellent leadership skills, with the ability to interact effectively with people of diverse styles, make informed decisions, and constructively leverage different perspectives.
  • Extensive knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply Federal and Multi-State laws and regulations relating to compensation, including FLSA.
  • Strong business and financial acumen with an ability to translate strategy into action and an excellent approach to problem analysis and resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to generate clear problem definitions and influence senior-level stakeholders.
  • Significant experience working with HR technology (Workday a plus), data interfaces, and reporting, with strong PowerPoint and Excel skills.
  • A progressive thinker who can effectively navigate ambiguity, manage shifting priorities, and work within a fast-paced environment. Who You Are:
  • A Beacon of Principle: You have a deep-seated understanding of compensation philosophy and are passionate about being a subject matter expert and evangelist for these principles across the business.
  • A Steward of Data: You are meticulous and detail-oriented, with an unwavering commitment to data integrity. You understand that you are a guardian of our most sensitive information and operate with the highest level of accountability and discretion.
  • A Trusted Advisor: You build relationships based on trust and expertise. Leaders and partners see you as a go-to resource who provides clear, strategic, and actionable guidance.
  • A Proactive Problem-Solver: You are a progressive thinker who can navigate ambiguity, connect strategy to execution, and bring structure and clarity to complex challenges in a fast-paced environment.



Salary Range:
$225,000.00-$282,000.00

Pay Transparency Statement:

Placement within this range depends upon several factors, including the applicant's prior relevant job experience, skill set, and geographic location.

In addition to base pay, BlackLine also offers short-term and long-term incentive programs, based on eligibility, along with a robust offering of benefit and wellness plans.

We are committed to pay transparency and ensuring candidates have clear information about compensation expectations. For roles that include variable incentive components such as an Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP) or On-Target Earnings (OTE), the compensation structure may follow a split model - for example, a 50/50, 70/30, or 60/40 ratio between base salary and variable incentive.

About BlackLine

BlackLine, Inc. is a provider of cloud-based software that automates and controls the entire financial close process. The company’s platform is designed to help midsize companies and large enterprises improve the accuracy and efficiency of their financial reporting. BlackLine’s software is used by accounting and finance teams to manage tasks such as journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, and intercompany accounting. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Woodland Hills, California.
Learn more about BlackLine
Size
1,812 employees
Market Cap
$3.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$46.9 million
Founded
2001
5 Year Trend
+27.2%
Revenue
$351.7 million
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