Compensation Program Manager
We are looking for a dynamic Compensation Program Manager to join our Total Rewards team in a high-growth, fast-paced tech environment. This role goes beyond program administrationit's about being a strategic business partner who brings creative, data-driven solutions to complex compensation challenges.
You will collaborate closely with HR Business Partners, Finance, and business leaders to design and deliver compensation programs that are competitive, equitable, and aligned to our strategy for scaling talent and driving innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Business Partnering & Solutions Delivery
- Act as a trusted advisor to HRBPs and leaders on compensation strategy, pay decisions, and organizational design.
- Provide proactive solutions to compensation challenges (e.g., market competitiveness, pay equity, retention, differentiated rewards).
- Translate business strategy into rewards programs that support growth, innovation, and scalability.
Program Design & Execution
Manage and continuously improve compensation programs, including base pay, bonus, and support sales incentives.Lead annual pay cycles (merit, bonus, equity refresh) with an emphasis on simplicity, scalability, and employee / manager experience.Support job architecture, leveling frameworks, and career progression design to drive clarity and mobility.Analytics & Market Intelligence
Conduct deep market benchmarking and analysis to ensure competitiveness in the tech talent market.Deliver data-driven insights and recommendations to inform pay strategies, budget planning, and executive decision-making.Monitor pay transparency and equity, driving accountability and proactive adjustments.Governance & Compliance
Ensure all compensation programs comply with global, federal, and state laws (FLSA, pay equity, pay transparency).Maintain governance standards while designing agile solutions that flex to business needs.Technology & Process Excellence
Partner with HR Operations and IT to optimize HRIS / compensation tools for automation, accuracy, and scale.Leverage technology to simplify manager / employee experience in rewards programs.Qualifications
Education : Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Finance, or related field; CCP preferred.Experience : 68 years in compensation or Total Rewards, preferably in the tech sector or other high-growth industries.Skills :Strong consulting and business partnering skillsable to influence at all levels.Exceptional problem-solving : balances business needs, employee experience, and cost control.Advanced analytics, modeling, and storytelling with data.Proven experience with job architecture, equity programs, and global compensation practices.Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complexity.Success Profile
A solutions-focused advisor who thrives in ambiguity and creates clarity.A tech-savvy analyst who uses data to shape strategy and influence outcomes.A collaborative partner who builds trust with leaders and HR peers.A strategic executor who can design programs and drive operational excellence.Why Proofpoint? Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We are a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge productsand many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring the best, the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. We are a diverse, multinational company with opportunities in all functions, and leaders that welcome candidates from all walks of life. Apply today and explore your future #LifeAtProofpoint.
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.