Job Title: Global Compensation Manager
Location: Greater Boston, MA or Greater Houston, TX
Reports to: Director, Total Rewards
A quick snapshot...As the
Global Compensation Manager at Conga, you will own the strategy, implementation, and administration of global compensation programs across Conga's fast-paced, high-growth environment. This is a highly visible individual contributor role where you will serve as both the compensation expert and the primary executor, driving initiatives that directly influence Conga's ability to attract, retain, and motivate top talent worldwide.
Sitting at the intersection of compensation strategy, financial rigor, and employee experience, you will design, enhance, and operationalize scalable compensation programs that support business growth while ensuring market competitiveness, internal equity, and organizational transparency. You will leverage market intelligence, business insights, and advanced analytics to develop compensation solutions that enable better talent decisions across the enterprise.
This role goes beyond compensation administration. It is an opportunity to shape how Conga rewards performance, supports career growth, and delivers a world-class employee experience across its global workforce.
What you'll lead...Global Compensation Strategy & Program Design- Own and continuously evolve Conga's global compensation programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market competitiveness.
- Design, maintain, and enhance global salary structures, job architecture frameworks, and pay governance processes.
- Develop compensation solutions that support talent acquisition, employee retention, and organizational growth.
- Partner with business leaders and People Team stakeholders to provide compensation guidance and strategic recommendations.
Annual Compensation Planning & Performance-Based Rewards- Lead the end-to-end Annual Compensation Planning (ACP) process, including merit increases, bonus planning, promotions, and market adjustments.
- Own the administration and execution of Conga's pay-for-performance programs globally.
- Develop and manage Individual Performance Factor (IPF) methodologies that support equitable compensation outcomes.
- Ensure compensation cycles are executed accurately, efficiently, and within established timelines.
Compensation Analytics & Financial Modeling- Build complex compensation models to support annual budgeting, workforce planning, and strategic decision-making.
- Analyze compensation data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Partner with Finance to develop compensation forecasts and budget scenarios.
- Present compensation recommendations and insights to executive stakeholders through clear, data-driven storytelling.
Global Market Intelligence & Benchmarking- Lead global compensation benchmarking efforts through participation in salary surveys and market studies.
- Manage external compensation vendors and survey relationships.
- Monitor compensation trends, emerging market practices, and regulatory developments across global markets.
- Translate market data into actionable recommendations that strengthen Conga's compensation programs.
Equity & Long-Term Incentive Administration- Own day-to-day administration of Conga's Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP).
- Prepare quarterly Board and executive-level compensation materials.
- Partner with Finance, Legal, and executive leadership to ensure compliance and effective governance of equity programs.
- Support strategic analysis and recommendations related to equity compensation practices.
Compensation Technology & Process Optimization- Lead implementation and optimization of compensation technologies and related processes.
- Partner with HRIS, Payroll, IT, and external vendors to ensure successful deployment and adoption of compensation systems.
- Continuously improve compensation workflows, controls, and governance practices.
- Drive process simplification and operational efficiency across compensation programs.
AI-Enabled Compensation Innovation- Leverage AI-powered tools, including Claude and similar technologies, to improve speed, accuracy, and effectiveness of compensation work.
- Utilize AI to support compensation modeling, communications, market research, and program analysis.
- Identify new opportunities to incorporate AI into compensation processes and decision-making frameworks.
- Champion AI-first practices within the Total Rewards function.
Cross-Functional Partnership & Business Impact- Partner closely with Finance, People Partners, Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Payroll, and executive leaders.
- Serve as the subject matter expert and trusted advisor on compensation-related matters.
- Provide clear guidance and education on compensation philosophy, programs, and practices.
- Ensure compensation initiatives support business priorities and deliver measurable value to the organization.
Are you the person we're looking for?A proven track record...- 7+ years of progressive compensation experience, preferably within high-growth SaaS or technology organizations.
- Deep expertise in global compensation design, salary structure management, and compensation operations.
- Experience leading or supporting annual compensation cycles, including merit, incentive, and equity programs.
- Strong proficiency in compensation modeling, forecasting, and advanced Excel-based analytics.
- Demonstrated experience administering long-term incentive and equity compensation programs.
- Experience participating in compensation surveys and leading market benchmarking initiatives.
- Knowledge of global compensation practices and regulatory considerations.
- Experience partnering with Finance, Talent Acquisition, People Partners, and executive leadership.
- Experience supporting compensation technology implementations and process improvement initiatives.
- Benefits administration experience across the U.S. and Canada is a plus.
Key CompetenciesCompensation Expertise & Business AcumenYou possess deep compensation knowledge and can balance market competitiveness, internal equity, affordability, and business priorities.
Strategic ThinkingYou connect compensation strategies to long-term business objectives and proactively anticipate future workforce needs.
Analytical ExcellenceYou excel at turning complex compensation data into actionable recommendations that drive informed decisions.
Project Management & ExecutionYou effectively manage large-scale compensation initiatives, balancing multiple priorities while consistently meeting deadlines.
Continuous Improvement MindsetYou seek opportunities to simplify processes, strengthen controls, and improve the employee and stakeholder experience.
Communication & InfluenceYou can clearly explain complex compensation concepts to audiences ranging from HR professionals to executives and business leaders.
Accountability & OwnershipYou take responsibility for outcomes, maintain high standards, and proactively solve problems in fast-moving environments.
Here's what will give you an edge...- Experience with Workday Advanced Compensation or similar compensation management platforms.
- Experience using compensation benchmarking tools such as Radford (AON), WTW, Mercer, or equivalent platforms.
- Strong proficiency with analytics and reporting tools including Power BI.
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation.
- Experience supporting compensation programs across multiple international markets.
- Experience leading compensation redesigns or large-scale compensation transformation projects.
- Exposure to benefits administration and total rewards program design.
- Strong understanding of AI-driven productivity tools and their practical application in compensation work.
- Experience preparing executive and Board-level compensation presentations and recommendations.
What we value...- Curiosity & Continuous Learning: Staying informed on evolving compensation trends, workforce dynamics, and market practices.
- Business Partnership: Building trusted relationships and delivering solutions that support organizational success.
- Accountability: Taking ownership of outcomes and executing with excellence.
- Collaboration: Working effectively across teams and functions to achieve shared goals.
- Bias for Action: Moving quickly, solving problems proactively, and driving measurable results.
- Innovation: Embracing technology, analytics, and AI to improve how work gets done.
- Excellence in Craft: Treating compensation as a strategic lever that helps shape organizational performance and employee experience.
In the spirit of the Conga Way, we strive to design easy-to-understand compensation programs that are fair and free from any type of discrimination. In keeping with this approach, we are committed to delivering competitive compensation and benefits packages to our colleagues worldwide and communicating transparently about the structure of our compensation programs.
Listed below is the U.S. base salary range for this full-time position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education, or training. In addition to base salary, Conganeers receive a variable incentive pay component, perks such as flexible work options, and a full range of benefits including medical and dental insurance.
The posted salary ranges are for the expectations outlined in the job description. We are often open to a wide variety of profiles and sometimes have flexibility within our organizational structure to adjust the role responsibilities up or down should we select a candidate that is less or more experienced than the posted job requirements. In these occasional cases, we will communicate the revised salary range to the candidate during the selection process.
U.S base salary range:
$113,920-$182,270 USD
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