Compensation Senior Manager

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Compensation Manager with 8+ years of progressive experience in compensation and rewards. Expert in job architecture, market benchmarking, and compensation systems with strong analytical capabilities and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as the central point of contact for analysts/specialists responding to questions, providing guidance, and clarifying priorities and deliverables.

Assign and coordinate work among the team based on project needs and individual strengths.

Ensure team has the necessary information, context, and tools to complete their tasks effectively.

Act as a subject matter resource for process, policy, and system questions; escalate complex issues to management as needed.

Review and execute quality checks on key deliverables, providing constructive feedback and coaching to analysts.

Identify training needs and facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions to support analyst development.

Communicate updates, process changes, and leadership directives to the analyst team in a timely and clear manner.

Partner with the Reward Operations Director and other stakeholders to ensure analyst alignment with broader team and organizational goals.

Improve and develop reward team processes by mapping workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing enhancements to optimize quality and productivity.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, Finance, or related field

Minimum 8-9 years of progressive experience in compensation and rewards

Strong knowledge of compensation systems (Workday, OneComp, MarketPay)

Expert understanding of job architecture and market benchmarking methodologies

Experience with compensation regulatory requirements and compliance processes

Advanced analytical skills and Excel proficiency

Excellent project management and communication skills

Ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Compliance & Data Governance

Developed and implemented data quality monitoring protocols across HR and finance systems

Conducted system audits and reconciled compensation data between multiple platforms

Designed compliance processes and documentation, building toolkits for HR business partners

Tracked regulatory changes, interpreted guidance, and developed implementation plans

Served as liaison with regulatory agencies, auditors, and legal counsel

Maintained approval hierarchies and developed templates for pay transparency reporting

Market Analysis & Salary Structure Management

Conducted comprehensive market benchmarking and interpreted survey data

Created and updated salary structures based on market data and internal equity

Analyzed geographic differentials and modeled impact of range adjustments

Monitored external and internal compensation trends, identifying issues and recommending solutions

Developed communication materials for range updates and market changes

Submitted and maintained compensation data for industry surveys

Job Architecture & Classification

Supported job leveling initiatives and maintained global job leveling tools

Evaluated positions against market benchmarks and internal comparators

Assessed and recommended job architecture changes, considering organizational impact

Documented evaluation rationales and provided guidance on job leveling best practices

Created knowledge resources and standardized responses for common job architecture inquiries

Reward Programs Administration

Configured and implemented recognition programs and system changes

Managed vendor relationships for reward platforms and coordinated implementations

Ensured proper system integration for payroll and tax compliance

Developed documentation and operational playbooks for program administration

Maintained inventory of global bonus programs and supported effectiveness analysis

Compensation Cycle Management

Created operational workflows and support processes for compensation cycles

Configured system hierarchies and security protocols in compensation platforms

Conducted training sessions and provided specialized support during compensation planning

Strategic Support & Special Projects

Responded to executive requests requiring compensation expertise

Developed specialized analytical frameworks and targeted compensation solutions

Performed complex compensation modeling and scenario planning

Supported implementation of new compensation methodologies

Created executive presentations and visualization of key compensation metrics

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

We're JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we're honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.