Director of Compensation

We are seeking a Director of Compensation to lead the design, execution, and management of our global compensation programs. This role requires a data-driven, analytical mindset with a strong foundation in data modeling, compensation strategy, and business partnership. The ideal candidate blends a background in investment, finance, and/or consulting with technical expertise in data science, analytics, and compensation modeling.

This role will focus on delivering high-impact, scalable compensation solutions, emphasizing data science, modeling, benchmarking, and advanced analytics to influence strategic decision-making.

This is a hybrid role working from our NYC office. You will report to the Chief People Officer.

• Lead the strategy and execution of global compensation programs, including base pay, short-term and long-term incentives, and job architecture
• Develop sophisticated financial and compensation models, scenario planning, and cost simulations to support data informed compensation decisions and workforce planning
• Utilize Python, SQL, or other analytical tools to analyze large datasets, automate compensation workflows, and deliver insights through reproducible code
• Build, manage, and develop a team of three compensation analysts, fostering a culture of accountability, curiosity, and continuous growth through coaching, mentoring, and career development.
• Partner with Finance, HRBPs, and senior leaders to align compensation strategies with broader business and talent objectives globally
• Conduct market benchmarking using compensation surveys and internal equity analysis; ensure alignment with pay transparency requirements
• Oversee core compensation planning processes, including annual merit cycles, bonus programs, job leveling, and promotions
• Provide strategic recommendations to executives on pay positioning, retention strategies, compensation policy, and workforce design
• Ensure compliance with global pay regulations and support evolving pay transparency initiatives
• Design and maintain dashboards and reporting solutions using business intelligence tools (e.g., Looker, Tableau, or similar) to track program effectiveness and support decision-making

• 10+ years of experience in financial analysis, investment banking, or management consulting
• 6+ years of people management experience, including coaching, developing, and growing talent
• Strong fluency in data analysis tools, including proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, Python, SQL, and analytical tools
• Experience with compensation survey providers (e.g., Radford, Mercer, WTW) and job leveling methodologies and frameworks
• Strategic thinker who can translate business goals into actionable compensation strategies
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; MBA or CFA a plus

• Compensation experience in tech, high-growth, or global organizations
• Background in data science or people analytics environments is highly desirable
• Familiarity with public / private equity compensation and executive pay structures
• Experience designing scalable systems or automated tools to support compensation at scale

• A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums including medical, dental, and vision
• Supplemental Life and Disability Insurance plans
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• Headspace mindfulness app subscription
• Global Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible paid time off
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and family care leave
• Pretax commuter benefit
• Education reimbursement
• Employee donation match to community organizations
• 8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Dog-friendly workplace
• Free lunch and snacks
• Private rooftop
• Hack week twice per year

The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.

In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock.

Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1,500 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia. For more information about our company culture, visit https://www.squarespace.com/about/careers.

Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers, but we also work toward the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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