LHH · 1 day ago
Compensation Manager
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expLHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with an organization in Kansas City, MO, to find a new Compensation Manager. The Compensation Manager will design, implement, and manage compensation programs that align with organizational strategy while ensuring compliance with regulations and providing insights on compensation decisions.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Michael Wilson
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and manage base and variable compensation programs, including merit increases, bonus plans, and incentive programs
Lead job evaluation, market pricing, and the development and ongoing maintenance of salary structures
Conduct compensation benchmarking and market analyses to ensure pay practices remain competitive and aligned with market trends
Administer the annual compensation review process, including merit increases, promotions, and incentive payouts
Partner closely with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition to ensure compensation offers are equitable, competitive, and aligned with internal structures
Advise managers and senior leaders on compensation decisions, job offers, policy interpretation, and pay practices
Provide expertise and recommendations to support workforce planning, retention strategies, and organizational growth
Ensure compliance with all applicable compensation-related laws and regulations, including FLSA, pay transparency requirements, and EEO guidelines
Support or lead pay equity analyses and other compliance-driven compensation initiatives
Participate in or lead compensation-related projects, including system implementations, audits, and merger or acquisition activities
Manage relationships with external compensation survey vendors and consultants
Utilize HRIS systems and advanced Excel analysis to support compensation modeling, reporting, and decision-making
Develop and deliver compensation-related training and communications for HR partners and leadership
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required
7+ years of progressive compensation or total rewards experience, including experience leading or supervising teams
Strong knowledge of compensation principles, job architecture, pay structures, and regulatory requirements
Advanced analytical skills with strong proficiency in Excel and experience working with HRIS platforms
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
High level of integrity, discretion, and attention to detail
Preferred
Master's degree or MBA
Experience with global compensation practices and job architecture frameworks
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) strongly preferred
Benefits
Employee ownership or incentive programs
Competitive retirement plans
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Paid time off and holidays
Bonus or incentive programs
Company
LHH
At LHH, we believe work should be meaningful, fulfilling, and connected.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
Ted Diven, MBA
CEO - OCM / Lee Hecht Harrison (ID, MT, NV)
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