NBCUniversal Media, LLC

Manager, Executive Compensation

NBCUniversal Media, LLC • $130K — $150K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
  • 5+ years of progressive compensation experience.
  • Experience with executive, equity, or deferred compensation in a publicly traded company.
  • Proficiency in conducting compensation analyses and market benchmarking.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex executive compensation analyses and benchmarking studies.
  • Manage survey submissions and ensure data integrity.
  • Support executive compensation program design and evaluation.
  • Analyze proxy statements and SEC filings for trends and developments.
  • Prepare insights and recommendations for leadership and the Compensation Committee.
  • Oversee governance activities related to executive compensation disclosure.
  • Drive compensation projects from inception to implementation.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Paid leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Various discounts and perks.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Role Summary

The Manager, Executive Compensation supports the design, administration, and ongoing management of the Company's executive compensation programs. This role leads complex compensation analyses, market benchmarking, executive compensation planning, proxy statement and disclosure support, and governance-related activities. The Manager is responsible for developing insights and recommendations that inform executive compensation decisions, monitoring market and regulatory developments, and supporting Compensation Committee and senior leadership materials. This position provides an opportunity to influence executive compensation strategy while ensuring programs remain competitive, aligned with business objectives, and reflective of evolving market practices and governance standards.

Here You Can:
  • Lead executive compensation analyses, benchmarking studies, and competitive market assessments to evaluate pay levels, compensation structures, pay mix, and market competitiveness.
  • Manage executive compensation survey submissions and market data sources, ensuring the integrity and effective use of data to support recommendations and decision-making.
  • Support the design, administration, and ongoing evaluation of executive compensation programs to ensure alignment with business objectives, market practices, governance standards, and shareholder expectations.
  • Review and analyze proxy statements, SEC filings, executive compensation disclosures, and compensation arrangements to identify market trends, governance developments, and emerging practices.
  • Prepare executive compensation analyses, reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior leadership, the Compensation Committee, and Board-level discussions.
  • Lead and support executive compensation governance activities, including annual proxy statement preparation, executive compensation disclosures, and related documentation.
  • Develop compensation recommendations by evaluating market data, internal considerations, business needs, governance requirements, and potential risks.
  • Lead compensation projects and workstreams from inception through implementation, ensuring timely execution, accuracy, and effective stakeholder communication.
  • Translate complex compensation and market data into clear insights, business implications, and actionable recommendations for leadership.
  • Develop and maintain executive compensation models, reporting tools, analyses, and supporting documentation.
  • Prepare analyses and materials related to executive compensation programs, equity awards, compensation planning, and other compensation initiatives.
  • Identify process improvement opportunities, operational risks, and data quality issues, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency, controls, and overall program effectiveness.
  • Apply compensation philosophies, policies, and governance principles consistently while exercising sound judgment in complex, sensitive, and high-impact situations.
  • Partner effectively with Finance, Legal, HR, and external advisors to support executive compensation initiatives, governance requirements, and strategic projects.


Qualifications

Here You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
  • 5+ years of progressive compensation experience.
  • Experience supporting executive compensation, equity compensation, deferred compensation, or related compensation programs within a publicly traded company.
  • Experience conducting compensation analyses and market benchmarking.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

What We'll Look For:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
  • Experience supporting SEC filings, proxy statement preparation, executive compensation disclosures, or related governance activities preferred.
  • Solid analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working with compensation survey data, market pricing tools, HRIS platforms, compensation systems, and reporting tools.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions and build credibility with business partners and stakeholders.
  • Ability to communicate complex compensation concepts and recommendations effectively to senior leaders and business partners.
  • Proven project management and organizational skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to lead through ambiguity, balance competing priorities, and drive stakeholder alignment toward decisions.
  • Exceptional judgment in complex or sensitive compensation matters, including the ability to handle highly confidential information with discretion.
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy.
  • Must be willing to travel as needed

Hybrid: This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the New York, NY office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $130,000 - $150,000 (bonus eligible).

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

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About NBCUniversal Media, LLC

NBCUniversal Media, LLC is a media and entertainment company that operates a variety of businesses, including television networks, film studios, and theme parks. The company was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in New York, New York. NBCUniversal's television networks include NBC, Telemundo, and USA Network, among others. The company's film studios produce and distribute movies under the Universal Pictures brand. NBCUniversal also operates theme parks in the United States and Japan. The company is committed to producing high-quality content and delivering it to audiences around the world.
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35,000 employees
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1994

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