As a valuable member of the Total Rewards Team, the Director, Global Compensation at Under Armour is primarily responsible for design, management and execution of the Company’s global compensation programs, policies and processes that span all divisions/functions/regions.
The ideal candidate will ensure the compensation plans at Under Armour enhance our ability to attract, motivate, and retain top talent needed to support the growth of UA’s talent base (15,000 and growing) by providing analytical expertise and guidance to the HR Business Partners.
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Under the supervision of the VP, Global Total Rewards this individual must be a champion for workplace excellence and putting people first, and a proven successful leader of a team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead successful global annual compensation planning including but not limited to execution of base salary, bonus, awards and all related communications and administration
Manage compensation initiatives by developing in-depth project plans and leading the design, implementation and communications efforts (e.g., global grade / salary structures; promotion / career band guidelines)
Collaborate with HR Business Partners on compensation issues including new hire packages, performance recognition, incentive plans, retention arrangements and compensation structure; propose improvements to senior leaders
Coordinate preparation of executive compensation disclosure information required in the annual proxy statement
Assist in preparation of executive compensation-related materials for Compensation Committee and Board of Directors meetings
In partnership with HR and Finance, establish compensation budgets and guidelines for global locations
Evaluate predicted market trends and assess appropriate compensation level
Understand the complexity of business on a global scale; embrace cultural and individual differences; and work with the nuances of specific local cultures to make informed, impactful compensation design decisions
Take lead on compiling responses to external surveys, such as “Best Places to Work” and assist with communication planning for internal company surveys
Manage a team of compensation and equity professionals
UA Core Competencies:
Get it Done, Done, Done - Accountability
Delivers results, taking responsibility and ownership of tasks.
Find a Better Way-Creativity & Innovation
Challenges the status quo, generating new ideas that contribute to UA’s evolution.
Win Together -Collaboration
Builds working relationships with other Teammates, contributing to the success of the broader team.
Think Globally-Global Perspective
Demonstrates interest in and appreciation for global perspectives, adapting solutions to meet global needs.
Map the Future - Strategic Visioning
Communicates clear goals and action plans that align with UA’s overall strategic vision.
Build a Great Team - Building Talent
Attracts, selects, and develops the best talent, motivating the team through a shared sense of purpose.
Make the Right Call - Integrity & Ethics
Acts in alignment with UA values and principles, encouraging similar behavior in other Teammates.
Additional Critical Skills:
Experience in design and implementation of compensation structures across multiple geographies
Technical knowledge of executive compensation
Proven, influential leadership skills
Smart, creative, compelling, driven. Not afraid to lead others past their comfort zone(s). Creates a sense of urgency and is energized by speed
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders; consultative and collaborative style that allows for influence without authority
Ability to operate in a face-paced environment with competing priorities
Flexible and comfortable to roll-up your sleeves, used to being hands-on
Extraordinary communication skills – both oral and written
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in business management, human resources or related field preferred; MBA a plus
Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in compensation with a focus on innovative, fast growing workforce; preferably gained while working for a global publically traded organization.
Strong understanding of interdependencies in program and systems design, legal and tax and financial implications of all compensation elements (base, bonus and equity), globally.
Compensation leadership experience in a large, global company.
Experience in leading large scale projects with heavy change management requirements.
Strong leadership and staff development skills.
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