Compensation Business Partner V - (B5)

Who We Are

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to work beyond the cutting-edge, continuously pushing the boundaries of science and engineering to make possible the next generations of technology, join us to Make Possible® a Better Future. 

What We Offer

Salary:

$154,000.00 - $212,000.00

Location:

Santa Clara,CA

At Applied, we prioritize the well-being of you and your family and encourage you to bring your best self to work. Your happiness, health, and resiliency are at the core of our benefits and wellness programs. Our robust total rewards package makes it easier to take care of your whole self and your whole family. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits. 

You’ll also benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more about careers at Applied.

Role: Compensation Business Partner V - (B5)

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Applied Materials is the leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. Our expertise in modifying materials at atomic levels and on an industrial scale helps our customers – who make smartphones, supercomputers, virtual reality headsets, autonomous vehicles and more – transform their ideas into reality. Our innovations Make Possible® a Better Future.

Inside our company, we apply the idea of Make Possible as we work together. We value our people and teams who turn possibilities into reality by advancing our strategy, accomplishing great things and empowering others. We are deeply committed to fostering a Culture of Inclusion where every person knows they belong, feels empowered to bring their whole self to work, and is inspired to grow.

The Team

We are a fast-paced and collaborative Total Rewards team looking to leverage analytical skills of a Senior Compensation Consultant/ Business Partner to help define and drive our compensation strategy.  We have exciting work ahead of us in the Total Rewards space, and we are looking for someone to come in with energy and excitement on this journey.   We are a strategic, proactive team; we find opportunities to proactively drive efficiencies across our team and create a great experience for our (internal) customers and partners.

The Role

The Compensation Business Partner plays a critical role in shaping and executing our compensation strategy to attract, retain and motivate talent. This position will serve as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to HR Partners and business leaders, to design and implement competitive compensation programs aligned with our company’s goals and objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical background, excellent communication skills, and a strategic mindset.  The ability to conduct effective and detailed analysis is key, but as important is the ability to find and tell the story behind that analysis, and influence results based on those findings.  You can expect to be challenged here, but supported by a great culture and team. 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Partner with HR and business leaders to understand business objectives and develop/implement compensation strategies that support organizational goals.

• Lead implementation and execution of all compensation programs and processes for designated business(es). 

• Serve as trusted advisor to HR Partners and business leaders on on-and-off-cycle compensation-related efforts, including offer negotiations, promotions, retention actions, compression challenges, internal equity concerns, etc.

• Conduct and interpret detailed analysis of compensation data, and effectively translate data to inform decision-making and address business challenges.

• Provide thought leadership and strategic direct