The Senior Compensation Partner plays a pivotal role in providing strategic guidance and expert consulting services on compensation programs across the organization. This role partners closely with internal business unit leaders, HR Business Partners and other HR COEs to design, develop, and implement competitive and equitable compensation strategies that align with the company’s goals and workforce needs. The Senior leads and manages complex compensation projects and/or programs, drives annual compensation processes, and supports cross-functional initiatives to ensure compensation programs deliver measurable business value.
Responsibilities- Serve as a trusted advisor to business unit leaders and HR partners, providing strategic coaching and guidance on compensation program design, policy interpretation, and market competitiveness.
- Cultivate strong, consultative partnerships with business unit leaders to deeply understand their strategic priorities and talent needs; collaborate closely to translate enterprise-level compensation philosophy and programs into tailored, actionable strategies that support business objectives and drive alignment at the unit level.
- Lead end-to-end compensation projects and/or programs including new initiative development, major enhancements, and annual compensation processes (merit, bonus, etc.).
- Analyze compensation trends, benchmark data, and internal pay practices to recommend program adjustments that support talent attraction, retention, and engagement.
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders to ensure the alignment of compensation strategies with business objectives.
- Design and implement innovative compensation solutions tailored to specific business needs, including pay equity, job development, attraction/retention challenges, and incentive pay strategies.
- Manage communication and training efforts to ensure stakeholders understand compensation decisions and program changes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability, and effectiveness of compensation processes.
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams in compensation-related initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
- Ensure the execution of salary reviews, promotion reviews, pay adjustments and other compensation-related transactions.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in compensation practices.
- Utilize advanced data analysis tools to interpret complex compensation data and present findings and actionable insights to senior leadership.
- Mentor and guide junior team members in their development and project work.
- Collaborate with HR Business Partners to create competitive and effective compensation solutions.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, GRP) preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in compensation, HR, or related field preferably within corporate or consulting environments.
- Demonstrated experience providing strategic compensation consulting and partnering with business leaders.
- Advanced project management skills with experience leading large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
- Expertise in compensation design methodologies, market analysis, job evaluation, and pay structure management.
- Advanced or expert communication, influence, and presentation skills to engage effectively with all organizational levels.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, compensation data platforms (e.g., PayScale, Mercer, Willis Towers Watson), and HRIS.
- Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations.
Additional Information
Hours:
- Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Locations:
- 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
- 5550 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
- 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602
- 9999 Willow Creek Road San Diego, CA 92131
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Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in compensation, HR, or a related field
- Experience providing strategic compensation consulting and partnering with business leaders
- Advanced project management skills and experience leading large-scale, multi-stakeholder initiatives
- Expertise in compensation design methodologies, market analysis, job evaluation, and pay structure management
- Advanced communication, influence, and presentation skills
- Advanced proficiency in Excel, compensation data platforms, and HRIS
- Advanced analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations
- Advanced degree or relevant certifications such as CCP or GRP
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What We Do
Navy Federal Credit Union is the world's largest credit union with over 12 million members, over $160 billion in assets and over 22,000 employees. As a credit union, we have members, not customers. At our campuses in Vienna, VA, Pensacola, FL and Winchester, VA, and in our more than 350 branches, we serve the men and women of the Armed Forces, Department of Defense, veterans and their families. We deliver world-class service, rooted in the belief that it is an honor and privilege to serve our members. We are committed to providing our members outstanding financial products and services. Navy Federal offers a career, not just a job. We are proud of the robust Total Rewards package we offer to our employees, including competitive salaries, incentive programs, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, retirement plans with employer match, award-winning training programs, professional development programs, tuition assistance, paid leave, and work/life programs. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal opportunity employer. Android™ is a trademark of Google, Inc. iPhone® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. iPad® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. App Store(SM) is a service mark of Apple, Inc. Message and data rates may apply. FORTUNE and 100 Best Companies to Work For are registered trademarks of Time Inc., and are used under license. FORTUNE and Time Inc., are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union. For more info, visit navyfederal.org
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