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KBR, Inc.

Global Compensation Director

Houston, TX · On-site

Global Compensation Director We are KBR When you become part of our KBR team, your opportunities are endless. Through internal collaboration, and with our partners and customers, we're defining ...

KBR

Global Compensation Director

Washington, DC · On-site

Global Compensation Director We are KBR When you become part of our KBR team, your opportunities are endless. Through internal collaboration, and with our partners and customers, we're defining ...

KBR

Global Compensation Director

Houston, TX · On-site

Global Compensation Director We are KBR When you become part of our KBR team, your opportunities are endless. Through internal collaboration, and with our partners and customers, we're defining ...

Inizio

Global Compensation Director

New York, NY · Remote

About the role The Director of Global Compensation is responsible for leading the strategy, design, and governance of compensation across Inizio. This role will shape a scalable, market-competitive ...

Inizio

Global Compensation Director

New York, NY · On-site

About the role The Director of Global Compensation is responsible for leading the strategy, design, and governance of compensation across Inizio. This role will shape a scalable, market-competitive ...

Moog

Global Compensation Partner

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Global Compensation Director Work Schedule: Hybrid - Buffalo, NY Moog's Corporate Group is looking for a Global Compensation Partner to join our growing Rewards Team. In this strategic role, you will ...

Moog, Inc.

Global Compensation Partner

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Global Compensation Director Work Schedule: Hybrid - Buffalo, NY Moog's Corporate Group is looking for a Global Compensation Partner to join our growing Rewards Team. In this strategic role, you will ...

Grant Thornton

Director, Global Compensation

Chicago, IL · On-site

$187K - $312K/yr

As Director, Global Compensation, you will lead the strategy, design, and governance of compensation across our global footprint - harmonizing pay practices across countries while respecting local ...

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BlackLine

Director, Global Compensation

Pleasanton, CA · On-site

$225K - $282K/yr

Overview Reporting to the VP, Total Rewards and Analytics, the Director of Global Compensation is responsible for the strategic direction and leadership of global compensation programs that attract ...

Grant Thornton

Director, Global Compensation

Chicago, IL

$187K - $312K/yr

As Director, Global Compensation, you will lead the strategy, design, and governance of compensation across our global footprint - harmonizing pay practices across countries while respecting local ...

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Grant Thornton

Director, Global Compensation

Chicago, IL · On-site

$187K - $312K/yr

As Director, Global Compensation, you will lead the strategy, design, and governance of compensation across our global footprint - harmonizing pay practices across countries while respecting local ...

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Bentley Systems

Director, Global Compensation

Exton, PA · On-site

$120K - $165K/yr

Bentley Systems is seeking a Director, Global Compensation to lead the design, governance, and execution of our global compensation strategy. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Total Rewards ...

Bentley Systems

Director, Global Compensation

Exton, PA · Hybrid

$120K - $165K/yr

Bentley Systems is seeking a Director, Global Compensation to lead the design, governance, and execution of our global compensation strategy. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Total Rewards ...

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As of Jul 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for global compensation director in the United States is $169,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $165,000.00 and $175,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Global Compensation Director, you need deep expertise in compensation strategy, data analysis, and international labor regulations, usually backed by a bachelor’s or master’s degree in HR, business, or a related field. Familiarity with global HRIS platforms, compensation benchmarking tools, and certifications such as CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) are typically required. Strong leadership, cross-cultural communication, and negotiation skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are essential for designing competitive, compliant compensation programs that attract and retain talent across diverse global markets.

What are some common challenges faced by a Global Compensation Director when managing pay structures across multiple countries?

A Global Compensation Director often encounters the challenge of balancing internal equity with external market competitiveness across diverse regions. Navigating different legal requirements, cost-of-living variations, and cultural expectations regarding compensation can be complex. Additionally, aligning global pay strategies with local business objectives while ensuring compliance with international labor laws requires strong analytical and cross-cultural communication skills. Collaboration with HR, legal, and finance teams in each geography is essential for consistent implementation and to address emerging issues promptly.

What does a Global Compensation Director do?

A Global Compensation Director is responsible for developing and overseeing an organization’s global compensation strategies and policies. This role ensures that pay structures are competitive, equitable, and aligned with the company’s goals across all international locations. They analyze market trends, regulatory requirements, and manage executive compensation, incentive programs, and benefits on a global scale. Additionally, they often collaborate with HR and business leaders to ensure compensation practices attract and retain top talent worldwide.
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Global Compensation Director

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

Matawan, NJ • On-site

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Global Rewards team at Fragomen develops and operates global compensation and benefits programs that help the Firm attract, retain and motivate top talent across a global workforce.
The Global Compensation Director will serve as the owner of Fragomen's global compensation strategy, governance and execution. Reporting to the Global Head of Total Rewards, this role will lead the design and delivery of global compensation programs, including base pay strategy, annual incentive plans, job architecture, market benchmarking, compensation governance, and regulatory compliance.
This is a high-impact leadership role for a compensation expert who can combine strategic thinking with disciplined execution. The successful candidate will bring strong technical depth, global business judgment, analytical rigor, and the ability to engage with senior stakeholders across regions, functions, and leadership groups.
How you will make a difference
  • Define, evolve and steward Fragomen's global compensation philosophy, including pay positioning, pay mix, and the balance between global consistency and fit-for-purpose local flexibility

  • Lead the development, implementation, administration, and communication of compensation programs including base and variable pay, annual compensation planning, market analysis, retention programs with a focus on operational excellence and governance

  • Own global job architecture and career framework, ensure clear linkage between leveling, market data, pay ranges, career progression and compensation decision-making

  • Lead incentive compensation programs, including the annual bonus plan and sales incentive ensuring alignment with business objectives, affordability and performance outcomes

  • Lead the global annual compensation cycle end-to-end across merit, promotions, and annual bonus payout. Partner with Finance on budgeting, scenario modelling, and cost reconciliation

  • Develop and deliver training programs that build compensation capability across the Firm, including for Partners, business leaders, HR teams, Talent Acquisition, and employees

  • Build compensation tools, models, governance processes, and decision frameworks that enable Partners, business leaders, HR business partners, and Talent Acquisition to make consistent, competitive, and policy-aligned compensation decisions anchored in creating business value

Experiences and capabilities you need to have
  • 8+ years of progressive compensation experience, including partnership with senior leaders/executives and ownership of programs across multiple countries and regions

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Engineering, Computer Science or another analytical field

  • Demonstrated experience leading annual compensation planning for a global or multi-region workforce

  • Strong expertise in job architecture, job evaluation and leveling, benchmarking, salary structure design, pay-for-performance, and incentive compensation

  • Experience using major job evaluation methodologies, such as Mercer IPE, WTW Global Grading, or Korn Ferry Hay

  • Proven ability to design and improve compensation governance, processes, tools, and operating models in a complex, matrixed environment

  • Strong project management capability, with the ability to lead complex global initiatives while balancing strategic priorities, operational detail, and stakeholder expectations

  • Demonstrated success leading compensation change management initiatives across multiple regions and stakeholder groups

  • Ability to translate complex and sometimes conflicting data into clear business insights, practical recommendations, and executive-ready narratives

  • Strong communication and influencing skills, including the ability to explain complex compensation topics clearly and engage senior leaders in sound decision-making

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, HR systems, and compensation tools. Workday experience preferred

Qualifications that will set you apart:
  • Experience leading, coaching, influencing direct, indirect, or matrixed team members

  • Deep understanding of global compensation trends, regulatory requirements, pay transparency, compensation governance, and modern reward practices

  • Experience advising executive leaders, Partners, or senior business stakeholders on sensitive and complex compensation matters

  • Strong cross-functional partnership experience with Finance, Legal, HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, and business leadership

  • Experience using analytics, automation, LLMs, or AI-enabled solutions to improve compensation processes, decision support, governance, or employee and leadership experience

  • Experience working in a professional services, partnership, consulting, legal services, or similarly complex global organization

Compensation:
The salary range for this role reflects a variety of factors considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to an individual's skills, experience, qualifications, work location, work arrangement, licensure and certifications, and applicable laws. Placement within the range will vary based on these factors, and compensation decisions are made to ensure internal equity and alignment with market data.
A reasonable and good-faith estimate of the current salary range for individuals able to work a hybrid schedule in the office locally is:
$176,000.00 - $229,000.00
You may also be eligible to take advantage of our benefits offering, 401K, and paid time off plans.
All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm's pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate's identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations. We use limited AI-assisted tools for administrative screening purposes only - never for decision-making. All hiring decisions are made by people. Applicants may have rights to information and explanations regarding the use of such tools, or request human review, as required by applicable regional laws.

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