Company Description

At The Stepstone Group, we have a simple yet very important mission: The right job for everyone. Using our data, platform, and technology, we create opportunities for jobseekers and companies around the world to find a perfect match in fair and equitable way. With over 20 brands across 30+ countries, we strive for fair and unbiased hiring.Join our team of 4,000+ employees and be part of reshaping the labour market and becoming the world’s leading job platform.Job Description

We’re looking for a strategic Senior Compensation Manager to drive our global compensation initiatives and lead key cross-functional projects. In this role, you’ll manage the design, implementation, and governance of compensation programs across the organization—with a focus on scalability, market competitiveness, and operational excellence. You’ll combine deep compensation expertise with strong project management skills to deliver high-impact outcomes in a fast-paced, innovation-driven tech environment.Your ResponsibilitiesDesign and Strategy : Develop and refine compensation frameworks (base pay, variable incentives, and equity) that align with our fast-paced, innovation-driven culture.Benchmarking and Market Intelligence : Conduct market analyses using tools like WTW and AON Radford to ensure competitive and equitable compensation across roles and regions.Annual Compensation Planning : Lead the planning and execution of annual compensation reviews, including merit, promotions, and bonus programs.Stakeholder Partnership : Provide guidance and training to People Partners, Talent Acquisition, and senior leaders on compensation philosophy, job leveling, and pay decisions.Project Management : Lead and deliver cross-functional compensation projects.Data and Analytics : Use compensation data to deliver insights and recommendations to leadership, develop dashboards and models that support decision-making.Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or related field - Master’s degree or MBA a plusProven track record in global compensation, preferably in an international or matrix organizationStrong analytical and Excel skills; experience with HRIS systems (ideally Workday) and compensation toolsProven ability to lead cross-functional projects with strong project management skills, including excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsDeep understanding of job architecture, pay structures, and market pricing methodologies. (e.g., WTW, AON Radford)Experience with equity programs and executive compensation is desirableAdditional Information

We’re a community here that cares as much about your life outside work as how you feel when you’re with us. Because your job shouldn’t take over your life, it should enrich it. Here are some of the benefits we offer:29 days holiday allowance + bank holidaysPrivate medical and dental healthcareMatching pension contribution of 4 or 5% (after 3 years of service up to 10%)24/7 Employee Assistance ProgrammeLife Assurance CoverCycle to work schemeHybrid working model (3 days working from the office)Volunteering daysand you can bring your dog to the office on Mondays and Fridays!Our commitmentEqual opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at The Stepstone Group are critical to our success as a global company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.As a global business we further our DEI and sustainability progress by working with national and international bodies and are proud to have been recognised for our work - both locally and internationally, including:Armed Forces Covenant: Bronze Award, Employer Recognition SchemeEcoVadis: Bronze AwardFertility Friendly Employer, accredited by Fertility Matters at WorkRIDI (Recruitment Industry Disability) Awards: Inclusive Technology Award 2024Stonewall: Gold AwardStonewall: Top 100 Workplace Equality Index (85)

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