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

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $130K *

Optimize HR functions across the Southern region by leading recruiting, employee relations, and performance management, partnering closely with leadership and HR teams to enhance employee engagement a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer operational excellence in payroll management, ensuring timely and accurate processing for a large workforce. Lead a high-performing team while driving process improvements and compliance in a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Optimize product offerings by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance existing insurance products. Drive strategic initiatives, manage project timelines, and ensure effective communicatio...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you enhance governance, risk, and compliance processes. Collaborate with executives to ensure regulatory readiness and effective administration of legal matters, driving transpa...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $120K *

Engage with clients to manage insurance accounts under $20,000, ensuring exceptional service and effective communication. Design and negotiate insurance programs while overseeing daily operations and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $120K *

Shape client relationships by understanding their business needs and risk strategies. Drive revenue growth through effective insurance solutions, policy evaluations, and proactive client service, ensu...

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  •   8 - 10 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

$64K - $120K *

Join a team that manages client accounts under $20,000, providing tailored insurance solutions, overseeing renewals, and ensuring exceptional service while collaborating with clients and carriers to m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to shaping a dynamic HR strategy, overseeing recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. Drive talent management initiatives and enhance workplace culture while ensur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$183K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading the benefits strategy and operations for a dynamic organization. This role combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, ensuring a high-performing workplace throug...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $95K *

Drive talent development and HR support initiatives, enhancing employee engagement and organizational effectiveness through strategic learning solutions and leadership programs aligned with institutio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$64K - $120K *

Empower organizational success by leading the Business Process Team, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing operational efficiency. Manage projects and workflows while ensuring alignment with bu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$64K - $120K *

Drive organizational success by leading the Business Process Team, enhancing efficiency through strategic initiatives, and managing projects in a dynamic environment. Your leadership will ensure proce...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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

$72K - $91K *

Lead the coordination and evaluation of HR functions, ensuring compliance with policies while supporting management in recruitment, training, and performance evaluation across various transportation s...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $157K *

Elevate your career by leading risk solutions as you shape strategies and drive cross-functional collaboration, integrating AI and customer insights for impactful decision-making in a dynamic environm...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the vision and roadmap for Risk solutions, integrating AI to enhance customer experiences and optimize risk management. Lead product teams and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize risk management solutions by defining strategy, leading product teams, and utilizing AI to enhance decision-making and workflows. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure impactful, customer...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance claims operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency while driving performance and staff development. Collaborate with leadership to implement strategic initiatives and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career with a strategic role overseeing compliance frameworks, trade regulations, and governance structures. Collaborate with leadership to mitigate risks while ensuring alignment with busi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $234K *

Lead the charge in sophisticated commercial negotiations, advising on strategic accounts and data center opportunities. Collaborate across functions to develop scalable contracting approaches that dri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$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

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust risk management strategy across Electronics, ensuring process standardization and fostering collaborative efforts for informed decision-making. Drive risk mitigatio...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join us in shaping equity administration at a leading aerospace firm. You'll manage global equity lifecycle operations, optimize systems, ensure compliance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.