Manager, Executive Compensation

Hilton•McLean, VA

1d•$100,000 - $145,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Executive Compensation is part of Hilton’s Corporate Human Resources Executive Compensation team and reports to the Senior Manager, Executive Compensation. The role shapes and administers market-aligned executive compensation programs designed to attract, retain, and reward Hilton’s executive talent. It is based in McLean, Virginia, with a hybrid work schedule. The manager evaluates executive compensation programs, governance practices, and market trends; prepares analyses and recommendations for senior leadership and the Compensation Committee; and develops communications and guidance for leaders, executives, and HR partners. The role coordinates executive compensation tables, disclosures, narratives, and supporting analyses for Hilton’s annual Proxy Statement and related SEC filings. Working with HR, Finance, Legal, business leaders, and the global equity team, the manager designs, implements, administers, governs, and communicates compensation and equity programs across the global organization. The role also drives annual executive compensation planning, prepares quarterly Compensation Committee materials, and develops pay recommendations for organizational changes and other talent-related decisions. It uses technology, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency and stakeholder experience.

Requirements

Five years of professional experience in compensation, finance, human resources, corporate governance, or a related field.
Experience preparing analyses, recommendations, and presentations for senior leadership and stakeholders.
Advanced proficiency in analytics and presentation tools, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Ability to work a hybrid schedule based in McLean, Virginia.

Nice To Haves

Experience in executive compensation or preparing materials for SEC filings or a Board of Directors.
Experience supporting long-term incentive (LTI) and equity compensation plans.
Industry experience in hospitality or a related field.

Responsibilities

Evaluate executive compensation programs, pay governance practices, and market trends, and develop recommendations for senior leadership and the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors.
Prepare executive compensation analyses, benchmarking studies, and market assessments to inform executive pay decisions and support competitive, market-aligned programs.
Develop executive compensation communications, tools, and guidance for leaders, executives, and HR partners.
Coordinate executive compensation tables, disclosures, narratives, and supporting analyses for the annual Proxy Statement and related SEC filings.
Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and business leaders to design, implement, and administer executive compensation programs, policies, and processes across the global organization.
Collaborate with the global equity team to design, administer, govern, and communicate equity programs affecting executives.
Drive the annual executive compensation planning cycle, including merit increases, annual incentives, and long-term incentive awards.
Use technology, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency and stakeholder experience.
Manage quarterly Compensation Committee materials, provide strategic analyses and recommendations, and identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve deliverables.
Lead executive compensation analyses and develop pay recommendations for organizational changes and other talent-related decisions.

Benefits

Hilton Go travel program with 110 nights of discounted travel and hotel room rates as low as $40 per night.
Employee stock purchase program allowing eligible employees to invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount.
Paid parental leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents.
Caregiving concierge services.
Crisis Concierge support.
Free counseling and support through the Employee Assistance Program for eligible Team Members.
Paid time off.
Health and welfare benefits, including health plans, dental coverage, and vision coverage.
Retirement plans.
Eligibility to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, subject to plan terms and conditions.