Compensation Manager

AI overview

Design and implement compensation programs with a focus on sales compensation, ensuring competitive and equitable pay structures while collaborating across various teams.
What We’re Looking For:
The Compensation Manager will design, implement, and maintain competitive compensation programs with specialized expertise in sales compensation, Radford market pricing, and pay transparency. You'll conduct analysis, provide strategic recommendations, and ensure programs remain competitive, equitable, and compliant.

 

What You'll Do:

 

Market Intelligence & Pricing
  • Conduct job evaluations and market pricing using Radford surveys and other compensation databases
  • Participate in compensation surveys including data submission and analysis
  • Analyze salary trends and competitive positioning to inform pay structure recommendations
Sales Compensation
  • Design and administer sales compensation plans including commission structures, bonuses, and incentives
  • Calculate and validate commission payments ensuring accuracy and alignment with plan rules
  • Model payout scenarios to optimize plan effectiveness and cost
  • Partner with Sales Leadership and Finance on quota-setting and crediting methodologies
  • Resolve sales compensation disputes and ensure plan alignment with business objectives
Compensation Programs & Cycles
  • Support annual merit, bonus, and equity award cycles
  • Develop and maintain base pay structures, salary ranges, and incentive frameworks
  • Ensure accurate compensation data in HRIS and compensation management systems
Pay Transparency & Equity
  • Develop salary range disclosures for job postings compliant with state/local laws
  • Support pay equity audits, analyze findings, and recommend remediation
  • Partner with HR and Legal on fair pay practices and compliance
  • Monitor pay transparency regulations and ensure organizational compliance
Analysis & Stakeholder Partnership
  • Create dashboards, reports, and presentations communicating compensation insights
  • Provide compensation guidance to managers and HR Business Partners
  • Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and business leaders on compensation strategy
  • Liaise with external vendors, consultants, and survey providers
What You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field 
  • 3-5 years compensation experience
  • Hands-on experience with commission plan administration and payment calculation
  • Experience with pay transparency compliance and salary range development
  • Advanced Excel skills (financial modeling, complex formulas, data analysis)
  • Proficiency with HRIS/compensation systems (Workday, Salesforce SPIFF, Radford)
  • Strong analytical and statistical analysis capabilities
  • Job analysis, market pricing, and pay structure design
  • Sales compensation methodologies, including variable and incentive pay design
  • Compensation regulations (FLSA, equal pay laws)
  • Attention to detail with high accuracy standards
  • Clear communication across organizational levels
  • Problem-solving with complex compensation challenges
  • Confidentiality and discretion with sensitive data
  • Business acumen to translate strategy into compensation solutions
What We Offer:
  • Enjoy flexible paid time off that allows you to have an enhanced work-life balance.
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision options
  • 401(k) matching, life insurance, commuter benefits, and parental leave plans
  • Complimentary CalmApp subscription for you and your loved ones, because mental wellness matters.
  • Energetic work environment with a hybrid work style, providing the balance you need.
  • Thrive within our inclusive community and seize ongoing professional development opportunities to elevate your career.
  • Base Salary of $ 100,000 -  $135,000 USD per year + 5% quarterly bonus [subject to the terms of the applicable bonus plan]
  • Total compensation range for this position: $120,000 – $162,000 USD per year. Earnings are dependent on individual sales performance.



Our Story

 

At Meltwater, we believe that when you have the right people in the right environment, great things happen.

 

Our best-in-class technology empowers our 27,000 customers around
the world to make better business decisions through data. But we can’t do that without our global team of developers, innovators, problem-solvers, and high-performers who embrace challenges and find new solutions for our customers.

 

Our award-winning global culture drives everything we do and creates
an environment where our employees can make an impact, learn every day, feel a sense of belonging, and celebrate each other’s successes along
the way.

 

We are innovators at the core who see the potential in people, ideas and technologies. Together, we challenge ourselves to go big, be bold, and build best-in-class solutions for our customers.

 

We’re proud of our diverse team of 2,200+ employees in 50 locations across 
25 countries around the world. No matter where you are, you’ll work with people who care about your success and get the support you need to unlock new heights in your career.

 

We are Meltwater. Inspired by innovation, powered by people.




Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Meltwater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: At Meltwater, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and strive to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

 

All employment decisions at Meltwater are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the applicable laws and regulations.

 

Meltwater does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind, and we actively promote a culture of respect, fairness, and inclusivity. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply and join us in our mission to drive innovation and make a positive impact in the world.

 

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Health Insurance: Excellent medical, dental, and vision options
  • Professional development opportunities: Thrive within our inclusive community and seize ongoing professional development opportunities to elevate your career.
  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy flexible paid time off that allows you to have an enhanced work-life balance.
  • Remote-Friendly: Energetic work environment with a hybrid work style, providing the balance you need.

Meltwater provides a suite of AI-powered tools for media, social, and consumer intelligence, enabling organizations to harness online data insights for informed decision-making and strategic brand management.

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$100,000 – $135,000 per year
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