Compensation Leader – Principal

About Us

Wellington Management offers comprehensive investment management capabilities that span nearly all segments of the global capital markets. Our investment solutions, tailored to the unique return and risk objectives of institutional clients in more than 60 countries, draw on a robust body of proprietary research and a collaborative culture that encourages independent thought and healthy debate. As a private partnership, we believe our ownership structure fosters a long-term view that aligns our perspectives with those of our clients.

About the Role

The Compensation Principal acts as a business partner and subject matter expert to provide consultation, analysis and advice to Human Resources Relationship Managers, business leaders, and managers regarding compensation related matters.  The role has high visibility within the firm and requires a consulting style approach to partner with HR on a variety of compensation initiatives.  Reporting to the Head of Global Compensation, this position will support business groups but will also work on global initiatives and activities.  In particular, the role will have the following responsibilities:

• Point of contact for business leaders, HR and managers for compensation related matters (within designated business groups).

• Proactively share insights into compensation market trends impacting the various business areas.

• Undertake market competitive analysis and share findings internally. Ensure compensation structures and levels are competitive to allow the firm to attract and retain employees.  

• Advise on compensation levels for new hire offers and conduct supporting analysis

• Work as part of the Global Compensation team to design and manage base pay and corporate bonus programs

• Support the delivery of the annual compensation review cycle 

• Undertake projects as required.  These will be varied but could include areas such as conducting in-depth analysis or developing compensation structures for new roles/business areas. 

• Work with others to develop procedures, analytics and compensation reporting, including supporting with the preparation of content for Compensation Committees. 

• Participate in industry network forums to keep abreast of trends.  Help to ensure that the firm’s policies are current with regard to market trends, practices and costs.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate is likely to have:

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of compensation/reward practices. 

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience working in a field of Compensation, either in-house or within a consulting environment.  Financial Services background preferred. 

• Exceptional analytical and numeracy skills; comfortable working with large amounts of data and communicating data findings.

• Customer service orientation with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations – ability to serve multiple customers (employees, managers, HR).

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills are required - to interface with all levels of the organization and translate data findings into clear and concise documents and presentations.

• High attention to detail with an emphasis on accuracy, coupled with the ability to see the broader picture.

• A roll-your-sleeves up /hands-on attitude. Comfortable working in a broad role and undertaking a variety of activities, ranging from spreadsheet analysis to presenting to senior leaders.  

• Proactive approach.  Willingness to be creative, make recommendations and exercise initiative. 

• Strong cross-cultural awareness, sensitivity, and high level of confidentiality. 

• Ability to exercise problem solving skills and independent judgement using analytical and consulting skills.

• Strong project management skills – e.g., develop project plans, scope and ensure execution and delivery.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to comfortably interact with people at all levels of the organization. 

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment. 

• Ability to use discretion and deal effectively with uncertainty, change and ambiguity. 

• Bachelor’s degree 

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications?  That’s ok. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply and welcome a chance to review your background. We are dedicated to building and maintaining a diversified workforce and considering a broad array of candidates with a variety of skill, workplace experiences, and backgrounds.

As an equal opportunity employer, Wellington Management ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, creed, national origin, age, ancestry, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you are a candidate with a disability, or are assisting a candidate with a disability, and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please email us at [email protected].

At Wellington Management, our approach to compensation is designed to help us attract, inspire and retain the best talent in our industry. We strive to pay employees fairly and competitively across all levels and roles. Our approach to compensation considers all aspects of total compensation; all employees are eligible to receive salary, variable compensation, and benefits. The base salary range for this position is: