Senior Director Of Compensation

Aston Carter•Stamford, CT

1d•$90 - $120•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic and future-focused Senior Director of Compensation & Equity to design and deliver an innovative compensation strategy. This role goes beyond traditional compensation responsibilities; it is an opportunity to redefine how a high-growth, mission-driven company rewards, recognizes, and inspires its people. Reporting directly to the Head of People, this leader will build a transparent, equitable, and scalable total rewards framework that aligns with executives, engages employees, and excites candidates, creating a compelling employee experience.

Requirements

15+ years of experience within compensation and benefits.
Experience with compensation committee and working with stakeholders and the Board.
Proficiency in compensation analysis and Excel.
Experience with PayScale.
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
12+ years of progressive compensation experience, including at least 3 years in executive/equity compensation within a public company.
Advanced expertise in market pricing, modeling, analytics, and pay equity frameworks.
Exceptional ability to translate complex compensation concepts into clear, compelling narratives.

Nice To Haves

CCP or equivalent professional certification preferred.
Success in preparing and presenting at the Board/Compensation Committee level.

Responsibilities

Architect the enterprise-wide compensation philosophy and strategy to position the company as a top-tier employer of choice.
Partner with the executive team and Board to ensure alignment on data-informed, transparent, and equitable compensation practices.
Lead the Compensation Committee agenda, including content, storytelling, relationships, recommendations, and alignment across management and external partners.
Design and evolve cash, equity, and incentive programs that are easy to understand and scalable for growth.
Champion holistic and forward-looking reward models that recognize both results and values-based behaviors.
Collaborate cross-functionally with People, Finance, Legal, and external advisors to innovate around equity, dilution management, and emerging trends in total rewards.
Lead the education and enablement of leaders, managers, and employees on complex compensation topics, making them transparent and digestible.
Build resources, tools, and training that ensure consistent application and foster trust.
Operationalize compensation cycles and communications to drive clarity, confidence, and engagement.
Oversee the governance of compensation and equity programs to ensure compliance with public-company regulations and disclosures.
Deliver data-driven insights and reporting to the executive team and Board for better workforce and financial decisions.
Provide compensation expertise for mergers and acquisitions, reorganizations, and strategic initiatives.
Lead, coach, and elevate a team of compensation and equity professionals, setting a tone of curiosity, innovation, and excellence.