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Manager, Compensation Projects

The Steely Group
Cambridge, MA Contractor
POSTED ON 12/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2026
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Compensation Projects Manager (Contractor) to support the Director, Compensation, Mobility and People Analytics in executing key components of the annual compensation cycle and performance management processes.This role will also contribute to year-end awards planning and partner with Talent Acquisition to support offer development. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, experience with compensation systems, and the ability to manage cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment.Additionally, the successful candidate has demonstrated the ability to mix the science of compensation with the art of motivating and driving engagement while partnering day-to-day with employees, managers, team members and senior leaders to attract, retain and engage the employees, ensuring they feel their value.Responsibilities:Compensation Cycle ExecutionConfigure and maintain the Oracle compensation planning tool to support annual planning.Prepare and deliver training materials for managers participating in the compensation cycle.Audit compensation recommendations for accuracy and alignment with guidelines.Track compensation budgets and prepare roll-up summaries for leadership review.Support communication efforts during the compensation cycle.Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate payout of all compensation awards.Performance Management SupportDevelop Power BI tools to facilitate performance calibration sessions.Assist in translating performance ratings into compensation outcomes.Partner with HR Business Partners to provide process support and guidance.Year-End Awards PlanningServe as a core member of the planning team for year-end awards.Facilitate the nominations collection process and curate submissions for leadership review.Coordinate event planning for the awards ceremony, including day-of logistics and execution.Talent Acquisition PartnershipCollaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to support recruiting efforts.Partner on offer development to ensure alignment with compensation strategy and market data.Survey ParticipationParticipate in compensation surveys as neededManage all benchmarking data in Payfactors, our compensation management toolRequirements / Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.4 years of experience in compensation, HR operations, or related roles.Preferred Qualifications:Proficiency in Oracle compensation tools and Power BI.Strong analytical and project management skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.Experience working in cross-functional teams and managing complex processes.Ability to work in a highly collaborative, matrix environment with the ability to manage through conflict resolutionExcellent written and oral communication skillsStrong analytical ability, detail oriented, and proficiency in data management a plusRoll up your sleeves, can-do demeanor with ability to work independently while also being an enthusiastic teammate with strong partnering orientationA collaborator who communicates in an open, clear, complete, timely and consistent manner verbally, written and interpersonallyOutstanding analytical skills and attention to detail which informs strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-taskCompany DescriptionThe Steely Group is a national preclinical, clinical, and commercial staffing firm and certified women’s business enterprise. We partner with small, growing biotech, pharma, and gene therapy companies to help bring treatments to patients by providing flexible talent acquisition solutions including Contingent Search (Direct Hire & Contract Consultants) and Retained Executive Search.

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