Director, Compensation and Benefits, Americas

Company Description

This is a remote role based in the US. Candidates must be physically located within the US.

Job Description

Role Summary

The Director, Compensation & Benefits – Americas is a key leader within NIQ’s global Compensation & Benefits (C&B) function, responsible for leading strategy, design, and execution of C&B initiatives across the Americas region.

This role partners closely with HRBPs, regional leadership, and global teams to ensure competitive, compliant, and scalable rewards programs that support business objectives. In addition to regional leadership, this role also leads global initiatives and serves as a subject matter expert across complex compensation topics, including executive and sales compensation within a publicly traded company environment.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Lead, develop, and coach the regional Compensation & Benefits team
• Oversee team deliverables, performance management, and goal setting processes

Strategy, Plan Design & Administration

• Design, benchmark, and implement competitive compensation and benefits programs across the Americas
• Partner with SVP, Compensation & Benefits on regional strategy and annual plan renewals
• Ensure programs align with both global standards and local market requirements

Compensation Programs

• Lead regional execution of corporate compensation programs
• Oversee job leveling recommendations aligned to global job architecture
• Guide compensation adjustments based on benchmarking and market trends
• Support annual salary reviews and incentive plan cycles

Data Analysis & Insights

• Translate compensation and benefits data into actionable insights
• Identify root causes, trends, and systemic issues impacting business outcomes
• Deliver clear recommendations backed by data and market intelligence

Process Improvement & Standardization

• Partner with global C&B teams to balance global consistency with local customization
• Identify opportunities for automation and process efficiency
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives

Project Leadership

• Own end-to-end delivery of global C&B projects
• Define scope, manage timelines, align stakeholders, and drive execution
• Proactively identify risks and dependencies

Special Projects

• Lead key initiatives such as sales incentive plans and executive compensation programs
• Serve as a strategic partner to commercial leadership and senior stakeholders

Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, Payroll, and regional leadership teams
• Develop and deliver clear, compelling presentations tailored to regional audiences
• Support change management efforts for C&B initiatives

Vendor Management & Compliance

• Manage external vendors, consultants, and benefit providers
• Ensure compliance with regional and country-specific regulations across the Americas
• Oversee required reporting and governance practices

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of experience leading compensation and benefits programs in a global corporate environment
• Experience working within publicly traded companies
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams and partnering with senior business leaders
• Strong understanding of international and regional labor laws across the Americas
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., complex formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)
• Fluent in English; Spanish proficiency strongly preferred
• Experience with HR systems, preferably Workday

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into strategic insights
• Proven ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders
• Proactive, solutions-oriented approach with strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global, and matrixed environment
• Strong focus on improving employee and business experience through C&B programs

Preferred Experience

• Experience with executive and sales compensation design and administration
• Strong background managing co