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Job description
Overview
A global alternative investment firm is seeking a Compensation Manager to join its centralized compensation function. This role supports a large, global non-investment employee population and sits at the intersection of compensation strategy, financial analysis, and senior stakeholder advisory.
The position offers meaningful exposure to firm leadership and ownership across compensation design, modeling, planning cycles, and ongoing program governance in a highly analytical, performance-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Design, model, and administer compensation programs for ~1,000 global non-investment professionals across finance, technology, legal, HR, investor relations, and operations
Partner with senior leaders and HR business partners on annual and mid-year compensation cycles, including salary and incentive planning
Develop and maintain competitive compensation frameworks; lead benchmarking, offer structuring, and pay‑decision analysis
Perform compensation‑related financial analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term planning in partnership with FP&A
Contribute to incentive plan design, equity‑related programs, and carried interest frameworks where applicable
Translate complex quantitative analysis into concise, executive‑level recommendations and materials
Improve compensation analytics, tools, and processes to increase efficiency, consistency, and scalability
Act as a trusted advisor on compensation matters across the organization
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior compensation professionals
Ideal Candidate Profile
8+ years of progressive experience in an analytics-driven environment with direct ownership of compensation strategy and planning
(Candidates with ~7–15 years of experience considered depending on scope and complexity)
Experience within financial services, asset management, or similarly rigorous professional services environments strongly preferred
Demonstrated expertise in compensation modeling, benchmarking, and incentive design
Strong financial and accounting fluency; comfort operating at a budget, forecast, and P&L level
Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large, complex data sets; exposure to Workday, Power BI, or similar tools is a plus
Executive presence with the ability to advise, challenge, and influence senior stakeholders
Detail‑oriented, structured thinker who thrives in fast‑paced, high‑expectation cultures
Compensation & Structure
Total compensation: approximately $178K – $205K
Annual bonus: ~20%
Profit sharing: meaningful employer contribution; program details shared in process
Comprehensive benefits and long‑term incentive alignment
Hybrid work model (Boston‑based)
Why This Role
High‑visibility seat within a premier global investment platform
Broad exposure across multiple business functions and strategies
Direct involvement in firmwide compensation strategy and decision‑making
Strong internal mobility and long‑term career progression
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Worksite address
boston, MA, 02298, US
Who can apply
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