Demo

Compensation Manager

Arrowhead Talent Solutions
Fairfield, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2026

SUMMARY

Manages the Human Resources department compensation function and administers compensation related programs and policies. Manages Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and all data related responsibilities. Assists the Vice President Human Resources in a wide range of assignments and projects including exempt, salaried non-exempt and hourly compensation and analysis, compliance reporting, HR policies and procedures, compensation best practices, performance management, Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and HR file maintenance.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

STRATEGIC THINKING AND GOAL DEVELOPMENT

  • Provides consultation support to the HR team and all employees relating to the design, implementation, administration of innovative compensation programs and policies.
  • Ensures the confidentiality of all employee data through effective management practices.
  • Ability to influence, solve problems and successfully collaborate and communicate with all levels of management.
  • Accountable for developing and participating in cross functional HR related training.

 

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Compensation and Performance Management

  • Conducts market analysis of company jobs to determine competitive positioning of the organization's pay programs.
  • Develops and implements compensation rates/strategies that assure proper market competitiveness and limit unwanted employee turnover.
  • Participates in annual salary administration programs, including merit increase program, salary structure maintenance and assists in development of incentive or salary increase budgets.
  • Work with senior management to develop compensation strategies that positively impact recruiting and retention.
  • Develop and manage compensation hiring guidelines for plant and corporate positions.
  • Source and maintain relationships with outside compensation consultants.
  • Compliance with FEP, DOL regulations regarding compensation
  • Departmental budgeting (includes company-wide budgeting for all group insurance plans).
  • Extensive involvement with company bonus programs.
  • Administration of performance review instruments and review process.  Administers FYE and mid-year review process.  Ensure software and applications remain current and meet company needs.
  • Consultative role in devising individual development plans with management

 

HRIS/Employee Records

  • Responsible for management of all HRIS data including creation and maintenance of reports.
  • Responsible for employee records; active & inactive.
  • Accountable for maintenance of HRIS system for personnel activity reporting, AAP compliance, employee database, HR KPI’s.
  • Accountable for maintenance & periodical update of organizational charts company wide.
  • Consider alternative performance management models and making recommendations to management regarding same.

 

Policies/Procedures; Compliance

  • Policy formation based on executive and other management input and/or regulatory requirements.
  • Write-up and communication of all such policies which may include training requirements as well as interface with IT for electronic communications through the intranet/share point.
  • Knowledge of applicable employment and/or benefits legislation through periodic attendance at professional association training seminars or other training sources.
  • Maintenance of electronic employee handbook as well as hard copy binder on all ExCom actions relating to personnel policies.
  • Respondent role for outside regulatory agencies includes EEOC, State Commissions on Human Rights & Opportunities, FLSA, OSHA, OFCCP, Department of Labor, etc. Includes providing reports, analyzing and working with outside legal counsel in responding to complaints.  Includes Unemployment Compensation claims and hearings regarding same.
  • Working closely with plant and corporate HR teams to compile Data for annual Affirmative Action Plan for each location, and finalization of the plan and goals.

Other duties may be assigned.

 

TEAM ALIGNMENT AND DEVELOPMENT

  • Provides training, coaching and development to team members
  • Recruits and participates in the hiring process of additional team members as needed to support the department and organization
  • Leads initiatives that drive the company values throughout the organization
  • Creates a strong, collaborative environment by being team oriented

 

 

LEADERSHIP SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills along with successful strategic planning and tactical execution
  • Analytical thinking: ability to interpret data to drive sound business decisions
  • Strong Analytical and Project Management skills

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources plus six (6) years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

  • 10% (Domestic and International

Salary.com Estimation for Compensation Manager in Fairfield, CT
$121,035 to $152,338
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Compensation Manager?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Compensation Manager career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$135,846 - $180,127
Income Estimation: 
$180,612 - $237,324
Income Estimation: 
$188,987 - $257,160
Income Estimation: 
$135,846 - $180,127
Income Estimation: 
$180,612 - $237,324
Income Estimation: 
$188,987 - $257,160
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Arrowhead Talent Solutions

  • Arrowhead Talent Solutions Richmond, VA
  • Arrowhead Talent Solutions is helping a large HR and Employee Benefits Consulting company find a Client Sales Executive in the greater Richmond VA area. Ov... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • Arrowhead Talent Solutions Fairfield, CT
  • Arrowhead Talent Solutions is assisting a mid-sized manufacturer in Fairfield CT with filling an Accounting Manager opening. This is a full-time, direct hi... more
  • 5 Days Ago

  • Arrowhead Talent Solutions Hayesville, OH
  • The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing facility. This includes leading a team of ... more
  • 6 Days Ago

  • Arrowhead Talent Solutions Cleveland, OH
  • Arrowhead Talent Solutions is assisting a mid-sized aerospace manufacturer in Cleveland OH (west-side) with filling a Senior Quality Engineer opening: JOB ... more
  • 7 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Compensation Manager jobs in the Fairfield, CT area that may be a better fit.

  • Bigelow Tea and Careers Fairfield, CT
  • Bigelow Tea is the number one specialty tea company in the United States. We are a family-owned and operated business and a Certified B Corporation. Being ... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • C&S Wholesale Grocers Fairfield, CT
  • Position Overview The Director of Compensation is a key leadership role responsible for the strategic design, implementation, and administration of all com... more
  • 12 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!