Executive Director, Compensation

CME Group
Chicago, IL
Job Description
Role Overview

Lead the global compensation function, driving strategy, design, governance, and execution of base pay, annual bonus, and equity programs for the global workforce.

What You Will Do

Design and implement competitive pay strategies, direct program management, provide business partnership, and manage a team of compensation professionals.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Required strengths include compensation strategy, program management, business partnership, team management, market intelligence, and governance & compliance. The role offers a competitive total rewards package, including an annual target bonus opportunity and the opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of progressive compensation experience in a global organization
  • 5+ years of experience managing a compensation function/team
  • Financial services, fintech, or technology industry experience is strongly preferred
  • Prior experience with M&A due diligence and integration for the compensation function is a plus
  • Advanced proficiency in compensation analytics (Google Sheets/Microsoft Excel)
  • Experience with market pricing software (Payfactors), HRMS (Workday), and compensation planning software (Peoplefluent)
  • Strong communication and influencing skills required
  • Proven track record of consulting with leadership to solve complex compensation challenges

Benefits

  • Competitive total rewards package
  • Annual target bonus opportunity
  • Broad-based equity program
  • Comprehensive health coverage
  • Retirement package (401(k) and active pension plan)
  • Education reimbursement provisions
  • Paid time off
  • Mental health benefit
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