Program Manager, Compensation (Global)

Danaher Corporation • Boston, MA

1d • $135,000 - $175,000 • Remote

About The Position

Bring more to life. At Danaher, our work saves lives. And each of us plays a part. Fueled by our culture of continuous improvement, we turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. Our 63,000+ associates work across the globe at more than 15 unique businesses within life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference? At Danaher, you can build an incredible career at a leading science and technology company, where we’re committed to hiring and developing from within. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Program Manager, Compensation is responsible for supporting Danaher's global compensation programs and interacting with global HR, Finance, and Communication stakeholders across Danaher's operating companies and platforms. This position is a key member of the Total Rewards team and is expected to take a proactive, continuous-improvement approach to Danaher’s major compensation policies, processes, and designs. This position reports to the Senior Director, Global Compensation, and is part of the Total Rewards function on the Corporate HR team. It is a fully remote role with preference for candidates able to be on-site in our Washington, DC HQ or those in US Central or Eastern time zones. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Maintain and govern Danaher’s global job architecture and compensation data partnerships to ensure market‑aligned, equitable, and valued compensation structures. Manage global compensation survey participation and market pricing methodologies to deliver accurate, relevant, and actionable market insights. Partner cross‑functionally to deploy compensation technology and analytics that translate data into actionable business insights. Design and deliver clear communication and training materials to support compensation processes, annual planning cycles, and policy application. Drive process excellence and continuous improvement through DBS tools while supporting special projects, corporate actions, and compensation program design.

Requirements

• BA/BS in related field (concentration in Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering preferred)
• Prefer 3+ years of experience in compensation, preferably in global compensation, in professional services/consulting or in a large global company.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Aptitude for strong project management skills – ability to balance multiple priorities with strong organization while maintaining a high attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Experience working in continuous improvement-oriented cultures

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Python, SQL, compensation data management tools and Workday a plus
• Fundamental understanding of use cases for Artificial Intelligence and Process Automation

Responsibilities

• Maintain and govern Danaher’s global job architecture and compensation data partnerships to ensure market‑aligned, equitable, and valued compensation structures.
• Manage global compensation survey participation and market pricing methodologies to deliver accurate, relevant, and actionable market insights.
• Partner cross‑functionally to deploy compensation technology and analytics that translate data into actionable business insights.
• Design and deliver clear communication and training materials to support compensation processes, annual planning cycles, and policy application.
• Drive process excellence and continuous improvement through DBS tools while supporting special projects, corporate actions, and compensation program design.

Benefits

• Danaher offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.
• Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
• At Danaher, we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement.
• This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team.
• Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Danaher can provide.
• This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
• We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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