Compensation Manager Remote & Hybrid Only Jobs in California

A Compensation Manager in the human resources industry is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of a company's compensation strategy. They assess the organization's pay structure, analyze compensation data within the industry, ensure internal and legal pay equity, and design incentive and benefits programs to attract and retain top talent. Additionally, they monitor the effectiveness of these programs and make adjustments as needed. They also collaborate with HR and management to develop job descriptions and determine the appropriate compensation.

To become a successful Compensation Manager, one should possess strong analytical, communication, decision-making, and leadership skills. They should also have a sound understanding of HR practices and labor legislation. Professional certifications like Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are often preferred. Prior to becoming a Compensation Manager, an individual might have roles such as Compensation Analyst, HR Generalist, or HR Manager.

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Senior Compensation Manager

  • Visa
  • Foster City, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Foster City, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Collaborate with regional stakeholders and partners to manage project milestones, address challenges, and ensure successful delivery of compensation planning initiatives globally....

Hybrid

Payroll Manager - Remote (Irvine, CA)

  • Onedigital
  • Irvine, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Plays a key role in annual open enrollment process....

Remote

Employee Benefits Manager

  • ACWA JPIA
  • Roseville, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Roseville, CA
  • 2 days ago

ACWA JPIA is an award-winning risk pool serving Californias public water agencies. We are proud of our supportive, collaborative workplace and are excited to welcome a new Employee Benefits...

Remote

Client Relationship Manager, Employee Benefits - IAS, West

  • BRP Group, Inc.
  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago

Manage the client service calendar, including onboarding, renewals, open enrollment preparation, compliance updates, and delivery of required plan documentation....

Hybrid

Benefits Specialist - Remote

  • Kforce
  • Oakland, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 14 days ago

Kforce's client is seeking a Benefits Specialist for a remote role. Responsibilities: Lead assessments for retiree Health & Welfare benefit plans, including plan restatements, amendments, and...

Remote

Total Rewards Manager (Compensation & Benefits) - Hybrid

  • Planned Parenthood of Orange and San Bernardino Counties
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 18 days ago

Plans and conducts all benefits-related training: open enrollment, new hire orientation, and benefits enhancements....

Hybrid

Senior Benefits Manager

  • Zum
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 19 days ago

Travel occasionally (up to 15%) to company facilities for open enrollment support, employee education, and vendor meetings....

Hybrid

Senior Manager, Compensation

  • Brex Inc.
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 28 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 28 days ago

administration; Exceptional attention to detail, prioritization and time management skills in handling multiple priorities and meet challenging deadlines Comfortable with ambiguity Strong planning,...

Remote Hybrid

Employee Benefits Account Manager (Remote: Southern California)

  • Insurance Search Specialists
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

You'll be client-facing and hands-on with renewals, marketing, and open enrollment, while working closely with an experienced Account Executive who oversees the large group strategy....

Remote

Account Manager Employee Benefits

  • CBIZ, Inc.
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

needed Inputs data into appropriate software for vendors/carriers/clients within required timeframe Coordinate employee communications for enrollment Participate with new client set-up, renewals, and open...

Hybrid

Payroll Manager

  • Vaco LLC
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Title : Payroll Manager Company Industry : Healthcare / Behavioral Health Compensation : $95,000-$125,000 Location : Remote (strong preference for someone based out of CA) A client of ours is...

Remote

Workday Payroll Manager

  • Protiviti
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Your Open Enrollment materials, insurance contracts, plan documents and Summary Plan Descriptions together comprise the official plan document which legally governs the administration of your benefit...

Hybrid

Manager, Benefits Administration (Hybrid/On-Site)

  • Northbay Healthcare Group
  • Fairfield, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Fairfield, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Lead annual open enrollment planning and execution, including system setup, employee communications, vendor coordination, education sessions, and issue resolution....

Hybrid

Senior Benefits Analyst- Contract

  • Crunchyroll, LLC
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Support the annual North America open enrollment process, including system configuration support, data validation, employee communications, and issue resolution across all three countries....

Remote Hybrid

Payroll Manager

  • Revolution Medicines, Inc.
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Revolution Medicines is a late-stage clinical oncology company developing novel targeted therapies for patients with RAS-addicted cancers. The company's R&D pipeline comprises RAS(ON) inhibitors...

Hybrid

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Salary for Compensation Manager Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Compensation Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.5%
Master's Degree
28.4%
Associate's Degree
8.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
6.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Compensation Managers in California
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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