Compensation & Benefits Manager

Volvo Group • Greensboro, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Compensation & Benefits Manager plays a key role in shaping and delivering a competitive, compliant, and data-driven Total Rewards strategy. This role supports the US People & Culture function by ensuring competitiveness, governance, and administration of all Total Rewards’ compensation and benefits programs. Blending strategic insight with hands-on execution, this role is responsible for compensation design, benefits administration, and continuous improvement of Total Rewards programs, ensuring alignment with business goals, internal equity, and market competitiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or total rewards
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization strongly preferred
• Experience with compensation design, pay structures, and benefits programs
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Effective written and verbal communication
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Independent, proactive, and adaptable working style
• Advanced Excel and strong Microsoft Office capabilities

Nice To Haves

• Professional certifications (CCP, CEBS) preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of Total Rewards strategies, frameworks, policies, and programs
• Ensure alignment with global rewards philosophy and local market practices
• Maintain governance, compliance, and documentation across all compensation and benefits programs
• Evaluate effectiveness of Total Rewards initiatives and recommend enhancements
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations (FLSA, ACA, ERISA, COBRA, and multi-jurisdictional requirements)
• Administer and evolve salary structures, job architecture, and internal equity guidelines
• Partner in job evaluation and alignment with global job catalogues, including job creation and leveling
• Conduct market pricing, benchmarking, and survey participation
• Perform compensation analysis (compa-ratio, range penetration, pay equity reviews)
• Lead/support annual compensation planning cycles (merit, promotions, incentives)
• Ensure compensation data integrity within HRIS and reporting tools
• Support executive and incentive compensation analysis as needed
• Oversee administration of health, welfare, and retirement plans in partnership with Director of Total Rewards
• Manage open enrollment planning, system testing, and employee communications
• Analyze participation, utilization, and cost trends to inform decisions
• Partner with vendors to resolve issues and enhance service delivery
• Support program development (e.g., wellness initiatives, onsite services)
• Manage eligibility, audits, and benefits-related financial reconciliation
• Partner with Senior Manager Compensation, Analytics & Reporting to maintain reporting on compensation, benefits, and workforce trends
• Respond to ad hoc data requests with clear, actionable recommendations
• Conduct regular market and competitive analysis to ensure offerings remain competitive
• Partner cross-functionally across People & Culture, Finance, Payroll, and business leaders in a matrixed environment
• Develop and deliver clear, engaging Total Rewards communications to employees
• Translate complex topics into practical insights for stakeholders
• Promote transparency and employee understanding of Total Rewards programs
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, data quality, and employee experience
• Support HRIS configuration, enhancements, and data accuracy
• Maintain tools, reporting platforms, and internal resources (e.g., SharePoint)

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
• Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
• Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
• Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior