Compensation Manager Jobs in Austin, TX

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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Payroll and Benefits Specialist

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 hours ago

Prepare required documents for distribution by ADP (e.g., W-2, 1095, T-4). Conduct internal audits to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements....

Payroll and Benefits Specialist ADP Workforce Now

  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Round Rock, TX (22 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 1 day ago

A growing, mission-driven organization in the advanced manufacturing sector is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join its dynamic HR team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented...

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

  • Cedar Park, TX (19 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Park, TX (19 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 6 days ago

Oversee the entire payroll process, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing for all employees. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best...

Senior Account Manager - Employee Benefits

  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago

Senior Account Manager - Employee Benefits Location: TX - Austin Senior Account Manager - Employee Benefits with Senior Account Manager - Employee Benefits with Senior Account Manager - Employee...

Compensation Manager

  • Austin, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 10 days ago

Compensation Manager Employee Success TX DESCRIPTION Compensation Manager US Remote/ East or Central time zone ABOUT CERTINIA Certinia (formerly FinancialForce) delivers a Services-as-a-Business platform...

Manager, Compensation

  • Austin, TX
  • 18 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 18 days ago

Overview The Compensation Manager is responsible for managing the compensation program which includes base pay, additional pay, performance-based incentives, and executive compensation....

Regional Payroll Manager (US/CA)

  • Austin, TX
  • 18 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 18 days ago

About Us** We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies....

Benefits Coordinator

  • Austin, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 19 days ago

Prepares and designs the Benefits Plan highlight overview annually for publication and open enrollment....

Benefits Analyst

  • Austin, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 20 days ago

Manage administration of open enrollment process for the company. Assist in developing project and communications plan. Facilitate smooth transition for all participants....

Health & Benefits - Analyst

  • Austin, TX
  • 24 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 24 days ago

As a Health and Benefits Analyst, you will contribute to a wide variety of complex projects involving the design, financing and ongoing management of the full spectrum of health and benefit...

Sr Payroll Manager

  • Austin, TX
  • 25 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 25 days ago

Taking care of people is at the heart of everything we do, and we start by taking care of you, our valued colleague. A career at Sedgwick means experiencing our culture of caring. It means having...

Manager, Compensation Strategies

  • Austin, TX
  • 25 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 25 days ago

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering...

Benefits Specialist I

  • Austin, TX
  • 26 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 26 days ago

Contribute to projects, such as an open enrollment, benefit fairs, communications plans and website enhancements....

Payroll Manager II

  • Austin, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 28 days ago

Self Financial is a venture-backed, high-growth FinTech company with a mission to increase economic inclusion and financial resilience by empowering people to build credit and build savings. We're...

Payroll Manager

  • Austin, TX
  • 29 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 29 days ago

Support the year-end process, including W-2 generation and distribution. Supervise and mentor our talented payroll staff....

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Salary for Compensation Manager Jobs in Austin, TX

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Highest Education Level

Compensation Managers in Austin, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.3%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
8.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.3%
High School or GED
6.2%
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 Austin, TX
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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