Adobe · 3 weeks ago
Director, Compensation Business Partnering
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$168K/yr - $317K/yr
12+ years expAdobe is a company focused on changing the world through digital experiences, empowering individuals and brands to create exceptional content. They are seeking a Director, Compensation Business Partnering to lead compensation strategies and programs that support the Digital Enterprise organization and align with Adobe's business needs.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)ConsultingEnterprise SoftwareGraphic DesignImage RecognitionPhoto EditingSaaSSoftwareUX DesignWeb Design
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary compensation advisor for Sales and Engineering HRBPs and business leaders necessitating demonstrated excellence in business partnering skills and leadership background
Align compensation strategies with Adobe’s performance philosophy and talent priorities
Shape long-term strategy by anticipating market shifts and influencing compensation design accordingly
Drive alignment, decision-making, and speed of execution to own outcomes across the business unit
Design and implement compensation programs tailored to Sales and Engineering, including base pay, incentive plans, and equity
Partner with other COEs to drive cross-functional initiatives such as job architecture modernization and pay transparency compliance
Provide data-driven insights and modeling to support compensation decisions
Monitor market trends and internal benchmarks to inform program evolution and competitiveness
People Leadership: Encourage and mentor teams, set accountable goals, and model Adobe’s values in all communications
Drive the completion of central initiatives to enhance compensation programs across various locations and departments
Develop a culture that nurtures learning, feedback, and inclusivity. Champion diverse viewpoints and ongoing improvement
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in human resources, Finance, Economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred
12+ years of progressive experience in global compensation, including business partnering roles
Executive level Partner experience, partnering directly with senior leaders
Profound knowledge of Sales and Engineering compensation frameworks, encompassing bonus and commission setups
Experience with job architecture, market pricing, and equity strategy
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in compensation tools (e.g., Workday)
Demonstrated ability to remain flexible and agile in an ever-changing environment. Ability to handle ambiguity with ease
Proven proficiency in nurturing partnerships and connections (internally and externally) at every organizational level, displaying strong leadership and persuasion capabilities, and spearheading management ventures
Strong analytical abilities to dissect complex issues into more manageable components
Proven attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks is essential, along with the ability to solve problems when necessary
Outstanding verbal communication and presentation skills
Benefits
Long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award
Company
Adobe
Adobe is a software company that provides its users with digital marketing and media solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.5MKey Investors
Apple
1986-08-20IPO
1984-10-01Series Unknown· $2.5M
Leadership Team
Shantanu Narayen
CEO
Dan Durn
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-18
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