Senior Manager, Global Compensation Programs at Shift4

<div class="content-intro"><h2 class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Overview</span></h2> <div class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoMsg_Job"> <div class="iCIMS_Expandable_Container"> <div class="iCIMS_Expandable_Text"> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Shift4 (NYSE: FOUR)</strong>&nbsp;is boldly redefining commerce by simplifying complex payments ecosystems across the world.&nbsp;As the leader in commerce-enabling technology, Shift4 powers billions of transactions annually for&nbsp;hundreds of&nbsp;thousands of businesses in virtually&nbsp;every industry. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.shift4.com/" target="_blank">www.shift4.com</a>.</span></p> </div> </div> </div></div><p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The <strong>Senior Manager, Global Compensation Programs</strong> leads the design, implementation, and governance of Shift4’s global compensation programs to ensure alignment with the company’s pay philosophy, business strategy, and global growth objectives. This role partners closely with HR, Finance, and business leaders to develop competitive, equitable, and scalable pay structures and incentive programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. The Senior Compensation Program Manager drives compensation planning cycles, leads benchmarking and market analysis, and manages strategic compensation initiatives, ensuring consistency, compliance, and best-in-class practices across all regions.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead the design, management, and continuous improvement of global compensation programs, including base pay structures, incentive plans, and equity frameworks.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Oversee the annual compensation planning process (merit, bonus, and equity cycles) in partnership with HR Operations and Finance, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to budget.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop and maintain global salary structures and pay bands across functions, geographies, and job levels to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Conduct and oversee market analysis using global compensation surveys (e.g., Radford, Mercer, Aon) to ensure alignment with targeted market positioning.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Manage compensation governance, policies, and compliance, including global pay transparency, pay equity reviews, and local labor regulations.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Partner with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition to provide strategic guidance on offers, promotions, and retention initiatives.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead compensation-related projects such as job architecture alignment, system implementations (Workday Advanced Compensation), and acquisition integrations.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop and deliver compensation education, communications, and tools for leaders to enable informed pay decisions.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Partner with the Total Rewards and Finance teams to forecast compensation spend and assess cost implications of compensation programs.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Monitor compensation trends and best practices, providing strategic recommendations to senior HR and business leaders.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Minimum Requirements:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">7+ years of progressive experience in compensation or total rewards; experience managing global programs required.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Deep understanding of compensation strategy, market pricing, job evaluation, and incentive design.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Advanced analytical skills and proficiency with Excel; experience with compensation tools such as Radford, Mercer, or Workday Advanced Compensation preferred.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrated ability to influence and partner effectively with HR, Finance, and business leaders across geographies.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of global regulatory requirements and trends, including pay transparency, FLSA, and EU pay directives.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Excellent communication and storytelling skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience in a high-growth, fast-paced, or global technology environment strongly preferred.</span></li> </ul><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em>We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.</em></span></p> <hr> <p>&nbsp;</p></div>