Director, Global Compensation

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We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.  

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today! 

Description  

If you are a COMPENSATION professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Copeland has an exciting opportunity for you!  As the Director of Global Compensation, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our organization’s compensation strategy and ensuring equitable and competitive pay practices worldwide.  You will support the organization’s Total Rewards transformation, lead the design of global programs, provide consultation on local programs, and support the VP, Total Rewards in creation of materials for the Compensation Committee.  Reporting directly to the Vice President of Total Rewards, you will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive initiatives that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. 

LOCATION:

Ideally, this role will be based in St. Louis.  However, the role can be hybrid/flexible with candidates willing to travel on a regular basis to St. Louis and/or other company locations. 

As the Director, Global Compensation, you will:

• Lead the design and delivery of global compensation programs
• Consult with Regional TR Leaders and business units on local compensation program design and execution
• Partner with peers and the VP, Total Reward to create and maintain a global total reward philosophy and strategy
  • Includes developing and implementing a comprehensive global compensation framework aligned with business objectives
  • Utilize framework to drive consistency across business units
• Create and execute multi-year plans to support Total Reward, HR, and business transformation
• Analyze industry trends and recommend adjustments to compensation programs as needed
• Partner with senior leadership to design and administer executive compensation programs
• Support the creation of high-quality materials for the Compensation Committee
• Manage global mobility program and expatriate compensation
• Support M&A due diligence and integration
• Lead communications efforts regarding compensation programs, design, and philosophy
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to compensation

Required education, experiences & skills:

• Prior experience designing global compensation programs
• Experience with executive compensation and equity programs

• Proven experience mentoring & leading other employees
• Experience building a high performing team
• Experience with organizational change and implementation of new TR programs & processes

• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret market data
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities

• Outstanding organizational skills and a can-do demeanor that shows persistence despite obstacles and setbacks
• Willingness and flexibility to take on special projects in support of the broader HR agenda and strategy
• Ability to produce quality results in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment
• Maintains composure and efficiency in stressful situations
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
• Legal Authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

Preferred education, experiences & skills

• Prior experience designing global compensation programs
• Experience with executive compensation and equity programs
• Proven experience mentoring & leading other employees
• Experience building a high performing team
• Experience with organizational change and implementation of new TR programs & processes
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret market data