Patreon

Senior Compensation Manager

Patreon$150K — $180K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field; Master's preferred.
  • 7+ years of progressive compensation experience, with 2+ years in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of compensation theories and methodologies.
  • Experience managing equity programs.
  • Exceptional data analysis and communication skills.
  • Ability to implement compensation strategies that align with business goals.
  • Familiarity with labor laws related to compensation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of Patreon's compensation strategy to align with business objectives.
  • Conduct market analysis to keep compensation competitive and compelling.
  • Enhance total rewards framework including salary and benefits programs.
  • Oversee equity program design and educate employees on its value.
  • Manage annual compensation planning and review cycles to ensure fairness.
  • Ensure accuracy and relevance of compensation data and tooling.
  • Leverage analytics to provide insights into compensation trends and improvements.
  • Collaborate with teams across the organization to execute compensation programs efficiently.
  • Maintain compliance with labor laws and document compensation practices.
  • Communicate compensation practices and answer employee inquiries professionally.

Benefits

  • Equity participation through stock options and plans.
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
  • Flexible time off and recharge days.
  • Learning and development stipends for skill enhancement.
  • Parental leave and 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
  • Lifestyle stipends and commuter benefits to support work-life balance.
Full Job Description
This role is based in San Francisco and open to those who are able to be in-office 3 days per week on a hybrid work model.

About the Team

The People Team at Patreon is focused on building an environment where our people and our business can do their best work. We partner closely with leaders and teams across the company to attract, develop, reward, and retain exceptional talent while creating thoughtful, scalable programs that support Patreon as we grow and evolve. We're a collaborative, pragmatic team that cares deeply about the employee experience and isn't afraid to rethink how we work to better serve our people and the business.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:
  • Compensation Strategy Development: Lead the development and execution of Patreon's compensation strategy, aligning it with the company's objectives and market trends. Regularly assess and adjust compensation structures to attract, motivate, and retain high-performing employees.
  • Market Research and Benchmarking: Manage the benchmarking review process by conducting thorough market analysis to understand industry compensation trends, both domestically and internationally. Utilize benchmarking data to ensure Patreon's compensation remains competitive and compelling.
  • Total Rewards Enhancement: Collaborate with HR, leadership, and benefits team to design and enhance Patreon's total rewards framework, including base salary, variable pay, equity programs, and benefits, to ensure a comprehensive and appealing package for employees.
  • Equity Program Management: Oversee Patreon's equity program design, including stock options and other equity-based incentives. Manage equity pool and spend. Educate employees on equity programs and support them in understanding the long-term value.
  • Compensation Planning and Review Cycles: Manage various compensation planning processes, including the annual review cycle, mid-year review, pay equity analysis, and bonus payouts. Ensure a fair and transparent process that aligns with budgetary guidelines.
  • Compensation Surveys and Tools: Ensure the data and tooling used at Patreon are the most accurate, relevant, and up to date.
  • Data Analysis and Insights: Leverage data and analytics to provide insights on compensation trends, cost projections, and potential areas for improvement. Develop reports and dashboards to communicate compensation-related metrics to leadership.
  • Collaboration and Partnerships: Collaborate closely with PBPs, Finance, Legal, and Talent Acquisition teams to ensure seamless execution of compensation programs. Provide guidance on compensation-related matters to enable effective decision-making.
  • Compliance and Governance: Stay up-to-date with relevant labor laws and regulations to ensure that Patreon's compensation programs remain compliant. Maintain accurate documentation of compensation-related policies and practices.
  • Communication and Education: Develop communication strategies to educate employees about the company's compensation philosophy, practices, and changes. Address employee inquiries related to compensation in a timely and professional manner.
  • Team Leadership: Develop, coach, and engage team member(s) to foster their growth and development.


About You
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in compensation, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
  • Deep understanding of compensation theories, methodologies, and best practices.
  • Experience with equity program management.
  • Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in data analysis and utilization of compensation survey data.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
  • Extremely data driven, thorough, and meticulous.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing compensation strategies aligned with business goals.
  • Knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulations related to compensation.
  • Proficiency in compensation-related software and tools.

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Patreon offers a competitive benefits package including and not limited to salary, equity plans, healthcare, flexible time off, company holidays and recharge days, commuter benefits, lifestyle stipends, learning and development stipends, patronage, parental leave, and 401k plan with matching.

Patreon operates under a hybrid work model, where employees based in office locations are expected to come into the office three days per week, excluding sick time and paid leave. The goal of this policy is to be intentional about the in-person time we spend together to strengthen the feeling of community at Patreon. Candidates hired into remote-eligible roles are not expected to meet the same requirements.

At Patreon, we believe in fair and transparent pay. In compliance with New York and California pay transparency laws, we are sharing the expected salary range for this role.

The posted salary range is dependent on the location and the level. This range may encompass multiple levels within the role's job family. The final offer will be based on candidate's experience, skills, competencies, and geographic location, aligning with the appropriate job level within Patreon's leveling framework. For remote employees located outside CA and NY, salary may vary based on location and local market conditions.

Patreon reserves the right to modify or update compensation and benefits at any time.

About Patreon

Patreon is a membership platform that provides business tools for creators to run a subscription content service. The company was founded in 2013 by musician Jack Conte and developer Sam Yam. Patreon allows creators to earn a monthly income by providing exclusive content and experiences to their subscribers. The platform has over 200,000 active creators and over 6 million active patrons.
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