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Principal, Compensation, WWAS

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Amazon

25d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Consulting
    People, HR & Administration
  • New York

AI generated summary

  • You need 7+ years in HR/Compensation, a relevant degree, strong analytical skills, Excel proficiency, and experience in executive compensation and project management. CCP preferred.
  • You will develop and implement compensation strategies, lead discussions with leadership, analyze programs, maintain operational excellence, and create tools for data analysis and reporting.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in Human Resources, Compensation Management, Consulting with an in-depth knowledge of core compensation terminology and best practices.
  • Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Economics, and/or Business or equivalent experience
  • General knowledge of compensation compliance with the state and federal laws that apply to the plans.
  • Highly proficient in Excel and crisp, written communication.
  • Executive Compensation and Project Management experience.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment, with all levels of employees in the organization.
  • Strong interpersonal skills — Excellent written and oral communication skills for internal presentations that demonstrate business acumen.
  • Extremely strong analytical and quantitative skills and a track record for planning, delivering, and auditing work.
  • Ability to create dynamic tools and models to interpret and analyze data.
  • Proven experience in leading/overseeing complex corporate or multi-business level initiatives/projects.
  • Ability to work independently, take on responsibility and be quick of foot in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment.
  • Superior consultation skills and the ability to seek out information and provide quality advice.
  • A graduate degree and/or CCP is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with senior People Experience and Technology (HR), Executive Recruiting and business leadership to develop and implement compensation strategies relevant to the specific organization, and aligned with our compensation philosophy.
  • Independently lead discussions with senior leaders in the business, HR, and Executive Recruiting.
  • Develop creative solutions as needed on a variety of total compensation issues, and work on a variety ad hoc special compensation projects as needed.
  • Perform deep analysis on effectiveness and competitiveness of existing global compensation programs and assess potential impact of alternatives.
  • Build and maintain mechanisms to drive operational excellence, and work with executive compensation tech talent to implement new tools as needed.
  • Understand current state of systems and processes and develop gap analysis between current state and customer requirements.
  • Conduct custom surveys with key industry contacts, as needed.
  • Executive Compensation and Project Management experience.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment, with all levels of employees in the organization.
  • Strong interpersonal skills — Excellent written and oral communication skills for internal presentations that demonstrate business acumen.
  • Extremely strong analytical and quantitative skills and a track record for planning, delivering, and auditing work.
  • Ability to create dynamic tools and models to interpret and analyze data.
  • Proven experience in leading/overseeing complex corporate or multi-business level initiatives/projects.
  • Ability to work independently, take on responsibility and be quick of foot in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment.
  • Superior consultation skills and the ability to seek out information and provide quality advice.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Principal, Compensation position?

A bachelor's degree with an emphasis in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Economics, and/or Business or equivalent experience is required. A graduate degree and/or CCP certification is preferred.

How many years of experience are necessary for this role?

A minimum of 7 years of experience in Human Resources, Compensation Management, or Consulting is required.

Is knowledge of compensation compliance important for this position?

Yes, a general knowledge of compensation compliance with state and federal laws that apply to compensation plans is important.

What technical skills are needed for this role?

Highly proficient skills in Excel and strong analytical and quantitative skills are required.

What are some key responsibilities of this role?

Key responsibilities include developing and implementing compensation strategies, independently leading discussions with senior leaders, conducting deep analysis on existing compensation programs, and overseeing complex initiatives/projects.

Will there be opportunities to work with senior leaders?

Yes, this role involves partnering with senior People Experience and Technology (HR), Executive Recruiting, and business leadership to address compensation needs.

Are there opportunities for career development in this position?

Yes, you will work on a variety of special compensation projects, which can provide opportunities for learning and professional growth.

What are the communication requirements for this role?

Strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and oral communication skills for internal presentations are necessary to demonstrate business acumen.

What is the salary range for the Principal, Compensation position?

The salary range for this position is from $144,700/year in the lowest geographic market up to $239,200/year in the highest geographic market.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Amazon offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, along with a total compensation package that may include equity and sign-on payments.

Is Amazon committed to diversity and inclusion?

Yes, Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, and other legally protected statuses.

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Amazon

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1994
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

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