Sr Manager, Compensation & Benefits

Abbott Laboratories • Lake Bluff, IL

260d • $127,300 - $254,700

About The Position

This position works out of our Abbott Park, IL location in the CHR Corporate Human Resources division. As the Sr. Manager of Compensation & Benefits, the incumbent will provide compensation subject matter expertise for one of Abbott's key operating divisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or relevant field
• 8+ years compensation analytical/consulting experience
• 10+ years overall HR including project/program management experience
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage priorities and project timelines, anticipate needs and determine next steps.
• Advanced skills with Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work through teams and interact at all organizational levels including key stakeholders and senior management.
• In-depth knowledge of rewards theory, trends, best practices, laws/regulations.
• Demonstrated excellence in organizational and time management, problem-solving, influencing, communication, and analytical skills.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree (or MBA) in HR, Project Management, or relevant field
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation
• External compensation consulting experience
• Experience designing compensation plans and market pricing/benchmarking
• Experience with large, global organization

Responsibilities

• Consult with Business HR (BHR), Area/local Compensation & Benefits colleagues, Practice Centers, and Global HR Services to provide guidance on compensation philosophy, policies and best practices.
• Develop and deliver compensation training to BHR, TA and other HR areas.
• Lead internal/external data analysis, interpret findings, develop and present proposals/recommendations to senior leadership, Practice Centers, BHR.
• Provide project management and oversight for assigned annual compensation programs.
• Develop and manage project plans and timetables in collaboration with Business HR, Practice Centers, Area Directors and the Service Center.
• Identify and agree on service levels, delivery standards and project deliverables/metrics.
• Lead compensation program design, communication, and implementation and provide design expertise in various program areas.
• Provide direction and guidance to Compensation Specialists/Analysts within Practice Center (nonsupervisory).

Benefits

• Free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree