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Director, Executive Compensation & Equity USA Virtual

Director, Executive Compensation & Equity USA Virtual

Alight SolutionsChicago, Illinois, USA
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Our story

At Alight we believe a companys success starts with its people. At our core we Champion People help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to Be Alight.

Our Values :

Champion People be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.

Grow with purpose Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.

Be Alight act with integrity be real and empower others.

Its why were so driven to connect passion with purpose. Alight helps clients gain a benefits advantage while building a healthy and financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health wealth wellbeing absence management and navigation.

With a comprehensive total rewards package continuing education and training and tremendous potential with a growing global organization Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.

Join our team if you Champion People want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.

Learn more at .

The Director of Executive Compensation will lead the design implementation and governance of executive pay programs including base salary annual incentives long-term equity plans and employee equity programs. This role ensures alignment with business strategy market competitiveness and regulatory compliance while supporting the companys ability to attract and retain top executive talent. The role reports directly to the Senior Vice President Total Rewards will also manage a small team direct work and contribute to special strategic compensation projects.

Key Responsibilities :

Program Design & Strategy

Develop and manage executive compensation programs aligned with company goals and shareholder interests.

Partner with senior leadership and Compensation Committee on pay philosophy and strategy.

Market Analysis & Benchmarking

  • Conduct competitive market analysis using executive compensation surveys.
  • Recommend pay structures based on market data and internal equity.

Governance & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with local regulations tax laws and disclosure requirements.
  • Prepare materials for Board and Compensation Committee meetings.
  • Annual Proxy Process

  • Lead the preparation and coordination of executive compensation disclosures for the annual proxy statement.
  • Collaborate with Legal Finance and Investor Relations to ensure accuracy and compliance with SEC and local regulations.
  • Incentive Plan Management

  • Oversee annual and long-term incentive plan design and administration.
  • Model financial impact and scenario planning for proposed changes.
  • Employee Equity & ESPP Programs

  • Manage administration of employee equity programs and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
  • Ensure accurate grant processing compliance and employee communication.
  • Partner with vendors and internal teams to optimize program effectiveness.
  • People Leadership

  • Manage at least one direct report providing coaching development and performance feedback.
  • Delegate and prioritize work to ensure timely and accurate delivery of compensation programs.
  • Executive & Board Interaction

  • Collaborate with senior executives and support presentations to the Board and Compensation Committee.
  • Prepare clear concise and well-structured materials for leadership discussions.
  • Special Strategic Projects

  • Lead or contribute to high-impact compensation initiatives such as pay equity analysis global harmonization or M&A integration.
  • Stakeholder Engagement

  • Communicate programs effectively to executives and internal stakeholders.
  • Build strong relationships across HR Finance and Legal teams.
  • Reporting & Analytics

  • Provide insights on pay trends equity usage and compensation cost modeling.
  • Support proxy disclosures and executive pay reporting.
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in HR Finance Business (Masters or MBA preferred).
  • 8 years of experience in compensation with at least 2 years focused on executive pay.
  • Strong knowledge of executive compensation practices governance and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience supporting Board and Compensation Committee interactions.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to simplify complex topics.
  • Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills.
  • Preferred Competencies :

  • Strategic thinker with attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
  • Strong project management and leadership skills
  • Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video.

    Flexible Working

    So that you can be your best at work and home we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs 5 years in a row.

    Benefits

    We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind body wallet and life because its important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options wellbeing and support programs retirement vacation and sick leave maternity paternity & adoption leave continuing education and training as well as several voluntary benefit options.

    By applying for a position with Alight you understand that should you be made an offer it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alights employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position : SSN / SIN validation education verification employment verification and criminal check search against global sanctions and government watch lists credit check and / or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

    Our commitment to Inclusion

    We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued respected and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger more innovative and more successful.

    At Alight we welcome and embrace all individuals regardless of their background and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter more inclusive future.

    As part of this commitment Alight will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring reasonable accommodation is needed please contact .

    Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

    Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex race color religion creed national origin ancestry age physical or mental disability medical condition pregnancy marital or domestic partner status citizenship military or veteran status sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression genetic information or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal state or local addition we take affirmative action to employ disabled persons disabled veterans and other covered veterans.

    Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs practices and observances unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation / modification by contacting their recruiter.

    Authorization to work in the Employing Country

    Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

    Note this job description does not restrict managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries partners or purchasers of Alight business units.

    #LI-Remote

    We offer you a competitive total rewards package continuing education & training and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

    Salary Pay Range

    Minimum : 185000.00 USD

    Maximum : 215000.00 USD

    Pay Transparency Statement : Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level including but not limited to a candidates experience education certification / credentials market data internal equity and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and / or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package please visit : Wellbeing and Benefits Selector Page - Alight

    DISCLAIMER :

    Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries partners or purchasers of Alight business units.

    Alight Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition veteran marital parental citizenship or domestic partner status or any other status protected by applicable national federal state or local law. Alight Solutions is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer.

    Required Experience :

    Director

    Key Skills

    Fiscal Management,Fundraising,Assisted Living,Management Experience,Hospice Care,Nonprofit Management,Operations Management,Strategic Planning,Budgeting,Grant Writing,Leadership Experience,Public Speaking

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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