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CBRE · 2 months ago

Global Lead Compensation Partner

positionChicago, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$102K/yr - $126K/yr
date5+ years exp

CBRE is a leading global real estate services firm, and they are seeking a Global Lead Compensation Partner. This role involves providing strategic guidance on compensation practices, leading global compensation cycles, and ensuring compliance and competitiveness in compensation programs.

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Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to HR Business Partners and other HR COEs, providing guidance on compensation best practices, offer reviews, pay adjustments, and job classification
Lead execution of core global compensation cycles including biannual promotions, annual merit increases, and short-term incentive plans
Design, benchmark, implement, and administer compensation programs, policies, guidelines, and procedures
Analyze jobs, salaries, and incentives to ensure internal equity, market competitiveness, and legal compliance
Review and advise on job descriptions and classifications, including FLSA status and international equivalents
Support the development and administration of compensation programs by ensuring data accuracy and consistency
Conduct statistical analysis and data visualization to uncover trends and provide actionable insights
Develop dashboards, charts, and visual aids to support compensation reporting and decision-making
Lead periodic compensation projects and develop compensation-related communications
Identify opportunities for process improvements and stand-up new processes as needed
Maintain compensation process documentation and stay current with industry trends and regulatory changes

Qualification

Compensation principlesData analysisMicrosoft ExcelHRIS systemsProject managementData visualizationInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail

Required

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 5+ years of experience
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to manage and interpret large, complex data sets
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; demonstrated skills in data visualization and Excel modeling
Deep knowledge of compensation principles, methodologies, and best practices
Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing demands and ambiguity

Preferred

Experience with HRIS systems; Workday and CompAnalyst preferred

Benefits

Healthcare (medical, dental and vision)
401 (k) with a generous company match
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off
Market-leading tuition assistance

Company

CBRE

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Operating across every dimension of commercial real estate, CBRE sees more so you can do more.
dateFounded in 1906
location
Dallas, Texas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.cbre.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.8B
Key Investors
Athene Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $750M
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Leadership Team

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Adam Gallistel
Co-CEO and CIO
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Andrew Glanzman
Chief Executive Officer of CBRE’s Real Estate Investments
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