Principal, Global Compensation Partner

Cotality • Irvine, CA

14d

About The Position

At Cotality, we are driven by a single mission—to make the property industry faster, smarter, and more people-centric. Cotality is the trusted source for property intelligence, with unmatched precision, depth, breadth, and insights across the entire ecosystem. Our talented team of 5,000 employees globally uses our network, scale, connectivity and technology to drive the largest asset class in the world. Join us as we work toward our vision of fueling a thriving global property ecosystem and a more resilient society. Cotality is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work culture that inspires innovation and bold thinking; it's a place where you can collaborate, feel valued, develop skills and directly impact the real estate economy. We know our people are our greatest asset. At Cotality, you can be yourself, lift people up and make an impact. By putting clients first and continuously innovating, we're working together to set the pace for unlocking new possibilities that better serve the property industry. Job Description: We are seeking a seasoned strategic and analytical Principal, Global Compensation Partner to oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of the company compensation functions. Conducts job evaluation and salary surveys, establishes salary structures, reviews job descriptions, develops salary budgets and prepares policies and procedures to ensure the achievement of equitable and competitive employee compensation. Works with HR Business Partners and business leaders to assess competitive labor market trends. Maintains a working knowledge of federal and state legislation that may affect compensation policies. In this high-impact role, you will serve as a key internal consultant, leveraging data-driven insights to ensure our pay practices remain competitive, equitable, and aligned with our organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus a minimum of 7 years’ related compensation experience.
• Extensive experience in global compensation administration, including incentive plans and executive compensation preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis, market benchmarking, and financial modeling.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide clear, research-based recommendations.
• Deep understanding of FLSA, local labor laws, and global compliance trends.
• Ability to translate complex compensation data into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced proficiency in Human Capital Management (HCM) systems (e.g., Workday, Oracle, or SAP SuccessFactors) and compensation survey platforms such as Aon Radford.
• Advanced Excel skills (complex formulas) and experience.
• Exposure to AI tools preferred.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), or PHR/SPHR certification is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of leading projects.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Advisory: Act as a subject matter expert for leadership on complex compensation matters, including job evaluations, offer benchmarking, and the design of Salary structures, maintaining flexible job architecture.
• Program Administration: Oversee the full lifecycle of global and domestic compensation cycles, including annual merit increases, incentive compensation plans.
• Market Intelligence: Conduct comprehensive internal and external market analyses. Translate data into actionable recommendations to maintain our competitive edge in the talent market while partnering with the Talent Acquisition Team.
• Process Innovation: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve the efficiency of the Compensation function utilizing AI tools. Develop and document "best practice" procedures to enhance team scalability.
• Data Integrity & Compliance: Maintain rigorous audit processes to ensure data accuracy and strict adherence to state, federal, and international regulatory requirements.
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Build and maintain influential relationships across the organization to ensure compensation strategies support broader business objectives.

Benefits

• Time off: Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays, plus well-being and volunteer time off.
• Family Support: Up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a baby stipend.
• Health: Multiple medical plan options with mental health and wellness support offerings.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match and vesting after one year.
• Financial Perks: $400 annual well-being stipend and tuition assistance up to $5,250.
• Extras: Recognition Rewards, Referral bonuses, exclusive discounts and more!

What This Job Offers

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