Director, Global Compensation Programs, Processes & Compliance

Director, Global Compensation Programs, Processes & Compliance

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you'll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As a Director, Global Compensation Programs, Processes & Compliance, you will be trusted to lead the operational and process excellence side of the global compensation function. Key responsibilities will include designing, maintaining, and optimizing compensation processes and systems to ensure efficient, compliant, and scalable delivery of compensation programs across the enterprise.

In this role, a typical day will include :

• Leadership & Team Management : Lead and develop a high-performing compensation operations team, driving strategic execution and cross-functional collaboration with HR, Finance, and IT.
• Compensation Program Oversight : Own global delivery of annual pay planning cycles (merit, bonus, equity) and ensure alignment with business goals, compliance, and market trends. Oversee salary structures, pay equity, recognition programs, and support data analytics for strategic compensation initiatives.
• Operational Excellence & Process Optimization : Drive process improvements and maintain SOPs to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of compensation operations. Monitor KPIs to ensure operational effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Technology & Systems Leadership : Serve as business owner for compensation systems (e.g., Workday, ServiceNow), leading configurations, upgrades, and tool implementations. Collaborate with HR Ops and IT to resolve system issues and optimize functionality.
• Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives : Lead strategic projects related to compensation innovation, compliance, and audits, including change management and communications.
• Governance & Compliance : Ensure global compliance with compensation laws and internal controls, maintaining up-to-date guidelines and delivering reporting for leadership and regulatory bodies.

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How You Can Thrive At Alcon :

Alcon is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. Alcon is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.