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Head of Compensation

Klaviyo
Location
Boston, MA
Posted
17 days ago
Department
People
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10+ years in compensation with ownership of comp strategy and structure at a growth-stage company
  • Experience rebuilding or overhauling a comp function or framework
  • Deep fluency with modern comp tools and data sources
  • Track record designing defensible and equitable comp structures
  • Experience navigating tense comp conversations with solutions
  • Ability to work closely with Talent Acquisition, Finance, and business leaders
Nice to have
  • Experience applying AI tools to automate comp analysis or reporting
  • Experience in a company going through rapid growth or strategic pivot
  • Background in both in-house comp leadership and consulting
What the job really is

The Head of Compensation at Klaviyo will lead the development and implementation of a strategic compensation framework that aligns with the company's growth and talent retention goals. This role involves creating a new compensation playbook, managing equity models, and serving as a key business partner to address complex compensation issues. The position also emphasizes the need for automation in compensation processes and collaboration with various departments to ensure transparency and equity in pay practices.

Benefits
  • Participation in the company’s annual cash bonus plan
  • Variable compensation (OTE) for sales and customer success roles
  • Equity
  • Sign-on payments
  • Comprehensive range of health, welfare, and wellbeing benefits based on eligibility
Things to weigh
  • No specific details on the company's current compensation structure or challenges
  • The role may require up to 10% travel
  • Salary range is broad and dependent on various factors, with no specific figures provided for the role's total compensation package
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