Sr. Manager, Compensation Strategy & Analytics

Capital One • McLean, VA

2d • $182,500 - $229,100

About The Position

Capital One is seeking a Sr. Manager, Compensation Strategy & Analytics to join its Total Rewards team. The role combines strategy, research, analysis, and storytelling to shape Enterprise compensation design. The successful candidate will lead strategic compensation initiatives, create high-visibility presentations, and provide market intelligence, insights, and advice to leadership.

The position designs and manages Enterprise-wide compensation policy, base pay, and incentive programs; leads cross-functional projects and partnerships; and develops narratives and educational communications about compensation. It also analyzes program effectiveness and internal practices in relation to relevant regulations, supports compensation cycles, and recommends corrective actions when needed.

The role is eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long-term incentives. Capital One does not sponsor new applicants for employment authorization for this position. Salary varies by work location: McLean, Virginia, $200,700–$229,100; Richmond, Virginia, $182,500–$208,300. The role is expected to accept applications for at least five business days.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or military experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in Compensation, Finance, or Analytics, or a combination of these areas.
• At least 5 years of experience in client management or consulting.
• At least 3 years of experience with Excel and developing data-based stories in PowerPoint or Slides.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Statistics, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Human Resources.
• 7 or more years of experience in Compensation, Finance, Analytics, or a combination.
• 7 or more years of experience in client-facing or consulting roles.
• 5 or more years of experience building models and conducting analyses using Excel, Python, and/or SQL.
• At least 1 year of experience with Workday.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification.
• Knowledge of human resources and compensation, including relevant federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations.
• Experience with reporting tools such as Tableau or QuickSight and/or benchmarking tools such as MarketPay or BetterComp.
• Experience using AI or technology such as Gemini or Claude Code to generate ideas, solve problems, troubleshoot common business problems, and produce more efficient work products.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage Enterprise-wide compensation policy, base pay, and incentive programs, addressing strategic and operational challenges.
• Lead cross-functional strategic compensation projects, contribute thought leadership within the compensation community, and build relationships with internal partners such as Compensation Consultants, HR Business Partners, Finance, Legal, and Enterprise Risk.
• Develop insight-driven compensation strategy narratives to educate, advise, and influence leaders and stakeholders across the Enterprise.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis to provide competitive and market intelligence, evaluate program effectiveness, and model strategic design alternatives.
• Support Mid-year and Year-end compensation cycles and help ensure smooth execution.
• Develop educational materials and communications that provide associates, managers, and HR partners with timely and accurate compensation information.
• Analyze and consult on internal compensation practices and processes in relation to relevant regulations, and recommend corrective actions as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive health, financial, and other benefits supporting total well-being.
• Eligibility for performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long-term incentives.

What This Job Offers

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