Explore Compensation Manager Jobs

Compensation Managers help organizations attract, retain, and reward talent through thoughtful, competitive pay programs. They lead salary planning, analyze market data, and shape compensation policies that support business goals while promoting fairness and compliance. Explore vetted Compensation Manager opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Compensation Manager Do?

Compensation Managers develop and administer salary structures, incentive plans, and other pay programs. Their work may include evaluating jobs, conducting market benchmarking, reviewing pay equity, supporting annual compensation cycles, and advising leaders and HR partners on pay decisions. They also monitor relevant regulations and help ensure compensation practices are consistent and well-documented.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in compensation, human resources, finance, or people analytics. Important capabilities include compensation benchmarking, data analysis, job evaluation, salary structure design, and clear communication with senior stakeholders. Familiarity with HR information systems, compensation planning software, employment regulations, and pay equity practices can also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer and role.

Compensation Manager Career Opportunities

Compensation Managers work across industries and organization sizes, partnering with HR, finance, talent acquisition, and business leadership. Experienced professionals may progress into Director of Compensation, Head of Total Rewards, or broader HR leadership roles. Responsibilities and compensation vary based on location, industry, company size, and scope.

Find Compensation Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted Compensation Manager openings on Ladders, a career platform focused on jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find a position that aligns with your compensation expertise and career goals.

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$120K - $170K *

Lead innovative risk analysis and premium production, driving collaboration across teams to enhance management and professional liability insurance products that resonate with brokers and clients alik...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $120K *

Engage with clients to understand their business needs and risk management strategies. Drive revenue growth by coordinating coverage, servicing accounts, and ensuring high-quality client interactions...

Anchorage, AKRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Optimize regulatory compliance processes for a multi-state transportation network. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure operational readiness and manage ongoing compliance across diverse markets...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Analyze compensation programs and policies, ensuring compliance and competitiveness. Collaborate with HR and leaders to deliver insights and support salary planning, while driving process improvements...

Georgia, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Transform Total Rewards initiatives by leading high-impact projects, collaborating across teams, and driving strategic outcomes. Leverage your expertise to enhance program management and deliver excep...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance the administration of Defined Benefit and Retiree Medical plans, ensuring accurate valuations, benefit calculations, and compliance with regulations. Collaborate on special projects while leve...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $135K *

Lead the charge in optimizing global sales incentive plans, ensuring accurate compensation through data management and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Drive continuous improvement and suppo...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $129K *

Oversee and manage claims investigations, ensuring compliance with policies while leading a team to achieve optimal performance and cost management. Foster communication and training to align with bus...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$184K - $205K *

Discover financial modeling as you drive sales compensation and capacity strategies. Own accurate forecasts, empower executive decision-making, and transform complex data into actionable insights. Col...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $160K *

Shape the future of financial reporting by leading monthly closes, banking operations, and consolidations in a dynamic, global SaaS environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$93K - $120K *

Transform business intelligence into actionable insights by leading product strategy and development. Collaborate across teams to create scalable solutions that enhance decision-making and drive measu...

Minnesota, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $138K *

Help us shape the future of competitive intelligence by leading strategic initiatives that drive market insights and customer advocacy, enhancing our sales and marketing efforts while fostering strong...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $90K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of our Advisory platform. As a Product Manager, you'll drive product strategy, prioritize customer needs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure su...

Philadelphia, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $311K *

Shape the future of our global GTM strategy by leading capacity planning, territory design, and incentive structures, driving growth and operational excellence across Sales and Customer Success framew...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Optimize your career with a role that drives compensation strategy, providing analytical insights and support for competitive pay practices while mentoring junior analysts and ensuring compliance with...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $147K *

Inspire and elevate employee engagement through strategic internal communications. Collaborate with leaders to craft and deliver impactful messaging that drives understanding of company goals and fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Play a key role in global sanctions compliance, overseeing risk management and regulatory adherence. Collaborate with international teams to establish standards and guidelines while ensuring effective...

Farmington Hills, MIRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $195K *

Elevate client relationships by managing key accounts, driving satisfaction and growth. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring long-term success and measurable ROI for...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$161K - $242K *

Lead the charge in driving the cardiology portfolio's growth and modernization. Own strategy, adoption, cloud migration, and pricing while collaborating across teams to enhance patient outcomes and op...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of our Total Rewards & People Services by leading global teams and driving strategic initiatives that enhance compensation, benefits, payroll, and HR technology, ensuring operational...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $204K *

Help us shape compensation strategies that attract and retain top talent. As a Senior Compensation Partner, you'll collaborate with leaders to navigate complex compensation challenges and enhance our...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $105K *

Lead and optimize a dynamic team of claims examiners, ensuring efficient adjudication of complex workers' compensation claims while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement...

New York, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $120K *

Drive the future of talent acquisition by leading full-cycle recruiting, ensuring compliance, and developing strategic sourcing initiatives in a dynamic federal contractor environment. Collaborate wit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $184K *

Champion compliance initiatives across a multi-state workforce, ensuring adherence to employment laws. Collaborate with HR and legal teams to mitigate risks, develop policies, and provide training, wh...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in shaping portfolio-level product strategy for P&C insurance technology. Collaborate across multiple product lines to drive data-driven investment decisions and enhance overall portfo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Compensation Manager do?question toggle

    A Compensation Manager designs and administers pay programs, analyzes market and internal compensation data, supports salary planning, and advises leaders on pay practices. The specific responsibilities depend on the organization.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Compensation Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for relevant experience in compensation or HR, strong analytical skills, and knowledge of salary benchmarking, job evaluation, and pay structures. Some roles may require a degree, specialized credentials, or experience with particular systems.

  • How much do Compensation Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by location, industry, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and listings provide details about each opportunity when available.

  • Where do Compensation Managers work?question toggle

    Compensation Managers work in organizations across many industries, typically within human resources or total rewards teams. They collaborate with finance, recruiting, executives, and business leaders.

  • What are common career paths for Compensation Managers?question toggle

    With experience, Compensation Managers may advance to Director of Compensation, Head of Total Rewards, or broader HR leadership positions. Career paths depend on an individual's expertise and an employer's structure.