Donaldson · 7 hours ago
Executive Compensation Principal
Donaldson is committed to solving the world’s most complex filtration challenges and is seeking an experienced Executive Compensation Principal to join their Global Total Rewards team. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing executive compensation programs to align with business objectives and support talent retention while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
Design and manage executive compensation programs, including base salary, annual and long-term incentives, and equity plans
Conduct benchmarking and market analysis to ensure competitiveness and alignment with company strategy
Prepare materials for Compensation Committee meetings, including developing presentations, analyses, and benchmarking data. Partner with internal and external partners to ensure materials are timely and relevant
Lead the development of the annual proxy/CD&A disclosures and ensure compliance with SEC and other regulatory requirements
Partner with Legal, Finance, and Investor Relations on executive pay governance, shareholder engagement, and Say-on-Pay
Maintain equity policies, LTI eligibility criteria, and tracking for Senior Leaders
Liaise with incentive plan participants/executives around compensation with clear and confident communication, both written and verbal
Provide strategic guidance on executive offers, promotions, and retention packages
Monitor trends, best practices, and legislative changes in executive compensation and corporate governance
Assist with ad hoc executive compensation related inquiries, including, preparing exhibits, charts, graphs, and tables
Responsible for global mobility and relocation programs and compliance and partner with HRBPs, Finance, Tax and Legal to ensure proper administration and governance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or related field
8+ years of experience in compensation
3+ years of executive compensation experience
3+ years of experience working in a publicly-held company
Preferred
Advanced degree or CEP/CECP would be highly preferred
Deep knowledge of executive pay practices, equity compensation, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., SEC, IRS, FASB)
Experience supporting Compensation Committees and preparing proxy disclosures
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity
Benefits
Health benefits
Retirement plan (401k)
Paid time away
Paid leaves (including paid parental leave)
Company
Donaldson
Donaldson Company helps solve some of the world's most complex filtration and contamination control challenges.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
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