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Senior Compensation Manager

Archer
Location
San Jose, California, United States
Posted
18 days ago
Department
People Operations
Salary
$180,000 - $210,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 7+ years of broad-based compensation experience in a U.S. public company, preferably in a high-growth technology or manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated experience leading compensation cycles independently from design through execution
  • Strong expertise in market pricing, salary range development, and competitive benchmarking using major survey sources
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with a proven track record of building complex models and conducting deep data analysis
  • Excellent communication and critical thinking skills, with the ability to present complex compensation concepts clearly to non-compensation audiences
Nice to have
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; an advanced degree or CCP designation is a plus
  • Experience managing global compensation programs
  • Prior compensation experience in the manufacturing, aerospace, airline, or automotive sectors
What the job really is

The Senior Compensation Manager at Archer will lead the end-to-end compensation cycles, including merit and promotion processes, while developing global salary structures and providing strategic insights on compensation topics. The role involves collaboration with senior leaders and various departments to design and deliver compensation programs, as well as translating complex data into actionable insights for communication across the organization.

Benefits
  • Base pay targeting between $180,000 - $210,000, with actual compensation determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed beyond the range; actual compensation may vary based on various factors
  • Position does not offer work visa sponsorship
  • Role requires managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
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