Ampirical · 2 hours ago
Compensation Program Manager
Covington, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $130K/yr
10+ years expAmpirical is a company shaping the future of the power grid with precision and innovation. The Compensation Program Manager is responsible for developing and administering compensation programs that attract and retain top talent while ensuring compliance with compensation regulations and alignment with organizational objectives.
ConsultingReal Estate
Responsibilities
Design, manage, and continuously improve compensation programs, including salary structures, incentive plans, pay policies, and job evaluation frameworks
Lead the annual compensation cycle (merit, market, and bonus programs), including planning, communications, systems setup, analysis, and reporting
Conduct competitive market pricing and benchmarking using established compensation surveys and tools
Maintain and enhance job architecture and career framework initiatives, ensuring consistency and internal equity
Perform complex compensation modeling, forecasting, and scenario analyses to support business decisions
Monitor internal pay equity and develop recommendations to address disparities or structural issues
Prepare dashboards, reports, and insights for leadership that clearly communicate trends, risks, and recommendations
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local compensation regulations, including FLSA classification, pay transparency laws, and internal audit requirements
Maintain compensation-related documentation, policies, and governance standards
Partner with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders to advise on job offers, compensation decisions, and organizational design changes
Support the development and communication of compensation philosophy, program changes, and manager training
Coordinate with Finance on budget planning, labor cost modeling, and incentive plan effectiveness
Identify and implement opportunities to automate, streamline, or improve compensation processes
Work closely with HRIS to optimize compensation modules and ensure data accuracy
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business, or another related discipline
Minimum 10+ years of human resources experience with minimum 5+ years of experience in compensation or a related HR analytics/Total Rewards role
Minimum 1+ year leading compensation programs
Strong analytical skills, including proficiency with Excel and compensation benchmarking tools
Demonstrated knowledge of compensation principles, survey methodologies, FLSA, and pay transparency laws
Ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
Experience leading enterprise‑wide compensation or job architecture initiatives
Experience with Workday, UKG, SAP SuccessFactors, or other major HRIS systems
Preferred
Certified Compensation Professional
Benefits
Profit-Sharing Bonus : Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)
Day-One Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
PTO : Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
Flexible Work Schedule : Every other Friday off
Career Development : Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
Perks : Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more
Company
Ampirical
Ampirical is a utilities company that provides design engineering, project management, and construction services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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