Company Overview:
Since 2005, Oakleaf Partnership has been dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with opportunities across the full spectrum of Human Resources disciplines and industries.
We’ve established ourselves as a market leader by earning the trust of our clients and candidates—taking the time to truly understand each individual beyond the résumé, as well as the unique culture and challenges each organization faces. Our long-standing partnerships are built on a foundation of trust, consistent delivery, and a commitment to providing an exceptional customer experience.
As the world of work continues to evolve—shaped by shifting markets, technologies, and workplace trends—we remain committed to staying ahead of the curve and leading with innovation.
Oakleaf Partnership is a global, boutique HR recruitment firm with offices in the UK, Europe, and the United States. Our dedicated teams specialize in HR, Reward, and Payroll recruitment, delivering tailored, expert support across international markets.
We are looking for an experienced Compensation Manager with a background in supporting large, privately held organizations. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in administering compensation programs for varied employee populations, with a strong focus on long-term incentive (LTI) plans and the ability to guide stakeholders through equity-based compensation strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
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Serve as a strategic advisor on compensation-related matters, particularly for large-scale commercial operations.
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Lead the implementation and ongoing administration of enterprise-wide compensation programs, including base salary, short-term incentives (STI), and long-term incentives (LTI).
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Participate in and analyze market salary surveys to ensure the company remains competitive in compensation practices.
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Maintain and manage job architecture data, including job codes, job descriptions, and job family groupings; ensure accurate documentation and generate reports to support internal equity and market competitiveness.
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Develop and maintain up-to-date job descriptions housed in a centralized system.
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Conduct compensation research and analysis to evaluate pay for new roles and reclassified positions.
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Perform market trend analysis to benchmark compensation practices, particularly in high-priority geographic areas.
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Ensure ongoing compliance with federal and state wage and hour regulations, and maintain alignment with compensation best practices.
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Provide data-driven compensation guidance to internal business partners across various levels and departments.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
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Prior experience working in compensation roles at large public companies or leading HR consulting firms such as Mercer, Radford, Willis Towers Watson, or Aon.
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Proven ability to design total compensation packages, including equity forecasting and administration.
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Deep understanding of LTI plans, equity programs, and compensation-related regulations.
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, advanced formulas); experience with MS Access and Visio is a plus.
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Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
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Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence decisions at all levels of the organization.
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High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive compensation data with confidentiality.
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Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.