Director of Executive Compensation

Lumen Director of Executive Compensation Lincoln, Nebraska Apply Now

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly.

Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

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Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year.

Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

The Director of Executive Compensation will manage the development, implementation, and administration of executive compensation strategies and programs, including short- and long-term incentives, stock-based compensation, and executive benefits.

The individual will work closely with Executive and Global Compensation teams, SVP of Total Rewards, Chief People Officer, the Human Resources & Compensation Committee, and external advisors to ensure the executive compensation framework attracts, retains, and motivates top-tier talent while complying with SEC regulations, shareholder interests, and best governance practices.

Location

This role has been designated as fully remote, US.

The Main Responsibilities

• Develop, analyze, and execute competitive total compensation programs for our CEO, Senior Leadership Team, and Board of Directors that support the Company’s objectives to attract, retain, and reward employees.
• Lead the design and implementation of incentive plans that motivate executives to achieve goals that align with business objectives and shareholder value creation.
• Oversee the administration of global stock-based compensation programs, including time-based and performance-based equity plans.
• Conduct ongoing competitive analyses of executive compensation programs and pay components by benchmarking against industry peers and best practices.
• Prepare and provide support for all materials for the Human Resources & Compensation Committee requests and meetings.
• Lead the preparation of the executive compensation sections of the proxy statement and collaborate with legal, investor relations, and key stakeholders.
• Lead the development and analysis for retention requests, ensuring data accuracy and legal compliance.
• Oversee the design and administration of executive benefits, including deferred compensation plans and perquisites.
• Manage relationships with external consultants, advisors, and proxy advisory firms to ensure alignment with compensation strategy and governance trends.
• Provide support to the VP of Executive Compensation and executive compensation team.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• 12+ years of experience in executive compensation, or combined global and executive compensation experience, at a publicly traded company.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field. MBA, CPA, or CCP certification preferred.
• Deep understanding of SEC regulations and disclosure requirements.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling confidential information.
• Proven ability to analyze complex problems, synthesize different data, and effectively prioritize tasks.
• Self-starter with a focus on attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent modeling skills to predict the impact of executive compensation decisions.
• Outstanding presence, communication, and interpersonal skills.

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Compensation

The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$128,310 - $171,080 in these states : AR ID KY LA ME MS NE SC SD

$135,060 - $180,080 in these states : AL AZ FL GA IA IN KS MO MT ND NM OH OK PA TN UT VT WI WV WY

$141,820 - $189,090 in these states : CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI

$148,570 - $198,090 in these states : AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA

As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications, and other business needs.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

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