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Freddie Mac

Lead Compensation Advisor

Mclean, VA · On-site

Strengthen compensation programs through market intelligence, survey participation, compensation planning activities, and effective program governance. * Develop compensation communications, manager ...

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Addison Group

Compensation Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$90K - $95K/yr

Partner with HR and department leaders to support new positions, reclassifications, reorganizations, promotions, and workforce planning initiatives. * Conduct compensation benchmarking using market ...

Addison Group

Compensation Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$90K - $95K/yr

Partner with HR and department leaders to support new positions, reclassifications, reorganizations, promotions, and workforce planning initiatives. * Conduct compensation benchmarking using market ...

Socket.dev

Director, Compensation

Washington, DC · On-site

$200 - $250/hr

Build forecasting and planning processes for compensation spend, merit cycles, promotions, adjustments, equity refreshes, and other compensation-related investments. * Analyze market trends, internal ...

CrossCountry Consulting

Director of Compensation

Mclean, VA · On-site

$126K - $172K/yr

Own and manage the end-to-end annual compensation planning process, including merit increases, salary structure adjustments, and annual incentive program administration. * Partner with Finance and ...

AeroVironment

Senior Compensation Analyst

Germantown, MD · On-site

$93K - $141K/yr

Lead the annual compensation planning cycle for assigned business group. * Serve as an advisor for compensation-related decisions that impact hiring, retention, and workforce planning. Market ...

AeroVironment

Senior Compensation Analyst

Arlington, VA · On-site

$93K - $141K/yr

Lead the annual compensation planning cycle for assigned business group. * Serve as an advisor for compensation-related decisions that impact hiring, retention, and workforce planning. Market ...

AeroVironment

Senior Compensation Analyst

Herndon, VA

$93K - $141K/yr

Lead the annual compensation planning cycle for assigned business group. * Serve as an advisor for compensation-related decisions that impact hiring, retention, and workforce planning. Market ...

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What is the difference between Compensation Planner vs Compensation Analyst?

AspectCompensation PlannerCompensation Analyst
CredentialsBachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; certifications like CCPBachelor's degree in HR, Finance, or related; certifications like CCP or CBP
Work EnvironmentHR departments, corporate offices, consulting firmsHR teams, corporate offices, consulting firms
Employer & IndustryCorporations, government agencies, consulting

While both Compensation Planners and Compensation Analysts work within HR to develop and analyze pay structures, Compensation Planners focus more on designing compensation strategies and plans, whereas Compensation Analysts analyze data to ensure competitive and equitable pay. The roles often overlap, but the Planner emphasizes strategy and planning, while the Analyst emphasizes data analysis and reporting.

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Lead Compensation Advisor

Mclean, VA • On-site

Freddie Mac
Finance and Insurance • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

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Freddie Mac rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

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Job description

At Freddie Mac, our mission of Making Home Possible is what motivates us, and it's at the core of everything we do. Since our charter in 1970, we have made home possible for more than 90 million families across the country. Continue your career journey where your work contributes to a greater purpose.

Job Description
Position Overview:

Are you a strategic compensation professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, influencing business decisions, and partnering with leaders to deliver effective compensation solutions? Do you excel at balancing analytical rigor with practical business judgment while driving meaningful outcomes across compensation programs and initiatives?

Join Freddie Mac's Compensation team, where your expertise will help shape compensation and recognition programs that support our ability to attract, retain, and motivate top talent. As a Lead Compensation Advisor, you will serve as a trusted consultant to business leaders and HR partners, lead key compensation and recognition initiatives, and help evolve the tools, resources, and programs that support Freddie Mac's total rewards strategy.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a visible impact across the organization, influence important talent decisions, and help strengthen the effectiveness of our compensation programs in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

Our Impact:

  • We partner with business leaders and HR partners to design and deliver competitive, market-driven compensation and recognition programs that support Freddie Mac's talent and business objectives.

  • We provide compensation consulting, market intelligence, and strategic guidance that help attract, retain, and motivate top talent.

  • We lead enterprise compensation programs, annual compensation processes, and recognition initiatives that support business priorities and employee engagement.

  • We leverage data, technology, and analytics to continuously improve compensation programs, strengthen decision-making, and enhance stakeholder experiences.

Your Impact:

  • Serve as a trusted compensation consultant to business leaders and HR partners, providing guidance on complex compensation matters and enabling informed talent and pay decisions.

  • Lead key compensation and recognition initiatives, driving stakeholder engagement, communications, process improvements, and successful implementation.

  • Develop compensation analyses and recommendations that balance market competitiveness, internal equity, organizational needs, and talent considerations.

  • Strengthen compensation programs through market intelligence, survey participation, compensation planning activities, and effective program governance.

  • Develop compensation communications, manager resources, and decision-support tools that enable consistent and effective compensation practices.

  • Provide coaching, guidance, and thought partnership to team members, helping build compensation capability, consulting effectiveness, and organizational bench strength.

  • Partner on the implementation and adoption of compensation technology enhancements, automation opportunities, and process improvements that strengthen program delivery and stakeholder experience.

Qualifications:

  • 8-10 years of progressive compensation experience, including compensation advisory, market pricing, program administration, and project leadership.

  • College degree or equivalent experience required; advanced degree or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation preferred.

  • Strong knowledge of base pay, incentives, market data, compensation planning, and related compensation practices.

  • Experience with Workday Advanced Compensation or equivalent compensation management tools within enterprise HR platforms, coupled with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

  • Excellent communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence leaders and manage competing priorities.

Keys to Success in this Role:

  • Strong consulting skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence compensation decisions with business leaders, HR partners, and stakeholders.

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships across Human Resources, Learning & Development, Payroll, Finance, and business teams.

  • Proven ability to lead complex projects and cross-functional initiatives while balancing strategic objectives with successful execution.

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate differing viewpoints, build alignment, and deliver practical solutions.

  • Analytical mindset and attention to detail, with the ability to translate market and internal data into actionable recommendations.

  • Ability to provide coaching, guidance, and leadership through influence while fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and team capability.

  • Curiosity and initiative to leverage technology, AI, automation, and new ways of working to improve compensation processes and decision-making.

We consider all applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, physical and mental disability, pregnancy, ethnicity, genetic information or any other protected categories under applicable federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Freddie Mac offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and market-leading benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

This position has an annualized market-based salary range of $130,000 - $194,000 and is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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About Freddie Mac

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Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you'll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

McLean, VA, US

Year founded

1970

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