Manager - Compensation

Overview

Job Title: Compensation Manager
Location: Tulsa Ok ( Hybrid Remote)- Relocation assistance provided for non-local candidates
Department: Human Resource

Job Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Compensation Manager to lead the design, implementation, and administration of our compensation programs. This role is instrumental in driving competitive, compliant, and data-informed pay practices that align with our organizational goals. You will oversee a range of initiatives—from job evaluation and market analysis to compensation systems and pay policies—ensuring our programs support talent attraction, retention, and reward.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, execution, and maintenance of the company’s compensation philosophy, structures, and plans.

• Guide, mentor, and develop the compensation team through consistent feedback and leadership.

• Analyze market trends and partner with key stakeholders to maintain competitive and business-aligned compensation offerings.

• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations.

• Establish and manage processes for creating, maintaining, and updating job descriptions to ensure accuracy and alignment with market benchmarks.

• Direct participation in compensation surveys—including survey selection, submission, and data analysis—to benchmark and validate pay ranges.

• Lead the annual review process of survey data, base pay guidelines, and the evaluation of short- and long-term incentive targets.

• Oversee the selection and management of third-party compensation tools and vendors, including HCM configuration, testing, and integration of compensation platforms.

• Train and advise managers on compensation systems, policies, procedures, and system-based pay and incentive processes.

• Develop and deliver clear, engaging compensation communications for both employees and leadership.

• Represent the organization in industry forums, roundtables, and steering committees relevant to compensation.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 3+ years of experience leading core human resources functions, with a strong emphasis on compensation.

• Proven experience managing a team, providing day-to-day leadership and professional development.

• Demonstrated ability to research, reconcile, and analyze compensation data, and present actionable recommendations.

• Strong experience developing policies, procedures, surveys, reports, and employee-facing communication.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of organizational structure, compensation principles, and HR operations.

• Direct compensation experience (job architecture, annual review process, geo-difference review, etc.) [Not so heavy on the executive comp; “true” compensation experience] ( Must have)

• Minimum of 5-7+ years of direct compensation experience  ( Must have)

• Experience leading high performing teams ( Must have)

• Experience working with compensation-related systems (e.g., Human Capital Management platforms, job description tools, market survey tools).

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).

• Strong analytical and statistical skills; ability to apply quantitative methods to compensation analysis.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; comfortable presenting to all levels of leadership.

• Strategic thinking combined with strong attention to detail and follow-through.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

• Proven ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and influence stakeholders.

• Commitment to confidentiality and professional integrity.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) – Preferred

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) – Preferred

If you’re passionate about building fair, competitive, and high-impact compensation programs and want to contribute to a dynamic organization that values innovation and talent, we encourage you to apply.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $130k to $160k. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. 

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