UTA
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Director,Compensation
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“Director, Compensation at UTA. Skills: design, implementation, and management of global compensation programs, end-to-end annual compensation cycle, market benchmarking, pay equity, incentive program design, job architecture, salary structures. Lead day-to-day compensation operations. Direct the annual merit and bonus planning process”
What You'll Achieve.
ensuring they are competitive, equitable, scalable and aligned with business goals; drive pay-for-performance strategies; ensure pay competitiveness; inform program enhancements; maintain best-in-class compensation practices; support current and future business objectives; driving data accuracy and usability; continuously improve compensation processes with a focus on efficiency, quality, and scalability; ensuring alignment with company strategy and culture; drive business results
Industry & Context.
analytical, modeling, and data-driven skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years of compensation experience, 5+ years of direct management and leading project teams, Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, Business, or related, Deep expertise in base and variable compensation, Proven track record designing and rolling out compensation programs, job architectures, and salary structures, Hands-on experience with market benchmarking, pay equity, and incentive program design, Skilled in broad project management and process optimization, Business-savvy, with a solid understanding of financial implications and budget impact of compensation programs, Demonstrates initiative and a solution-oriented mindset
Nice to Have
Prior consulting experience, CCP or advanced degree, Experience with Workday Advanced Compensation module
What You'll Do.
Lead day-to-day compensation operations
Direct the annual merit and bonus planning process
Conduct ongoing market intelligence and industry benchmarking
Apply compensation philosophy and principles to design
and maintain key compensation programs
Partner with People Systems & Data Management teams on compensation systems development
and ongoing maintenance
Support the SVP of Total Rewards
People Systems & HR Operations in shaping the overall compensation function
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
partnering closely with HR, Finance, and senior leadership; Collaborate with Senior Leadership and the People Team; Lead or support cross-People Team initiatives and projects; Work closely with stakeholders across People, Legal, Finance, and business leadership; Support the SVP of Total Rewards, People Systems & HR Operations
Communication Scope
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills; able to influence executives and translate complex concepts into clear, actionable guidance
Process & Methodology
Skilled in broad project management, driving efficiency, scalability, and consistency across global teams
Full Job Description
UTA is seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Compensation to join our dynamic People team onsite in our Beverly Hills office. In this role, you will lead the design, implementation, and management of our global compensation programs, ensuring they are competitive, equitable, scalable and aligned with business goals. You will own the end-to-end annual compensation cycle, including merit, bonus, and other incentives programs, while partnering closely with HR, Finance, and senior leadership to drive pay-for-performance strategies. This role also includes building frameworks for job architecture, salary structures, incentive programs, analyzing market data, and advising on pay equity and total rewards strategy. You will be a trusted advisor to senior leadership, contributing to both tactical execution and long-term compensation strategy. This position reports to the SVP of Total Rewards, People Systems & Operations and plays a critical role in shaping UTA’s total rewards philosophy and programs. The salary range for this role is $190,000 - $225,000 commensurate with experience and skills. What You Will Do - Lead day-to-day compensation operations across our diverse business units, including market pricing, role leveling, career ladder development, and FLSA compliance reviews. - Direct the annual merit and bonus planning process, including timeline development, system configuration, communications, and analysis of outcomes. - Conduct ongoing market intelligence and industry benchmarking to ensure pay competitiveness, inform program enhancements, and maintain best-in-class compensation practices. - Apply compensation philosophy and principles to design, implement, and maintain key compensation programs. - Collaborate with Senior Leadership and the People Team to develop, pilot, and implement innovative compensation programs that support current and future business objectives. - Lead or support cross-People Team initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment with b
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