Compensation Manager

BECU

. Oversee the Credit Union’s overall base pay compensation programs, including merit cycles, modeling, analyses, and recommendations for salary structures and grades .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,800 - $184,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing compensation programs, including base pay, incentive administration, and compliance with compensation laws. Proficient in data analysis, job design, and managing compensation strategies during mergers and acquisitions.

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Compensation Program ManagementMergers And Acquisitions SupportAdvanced Spreadsheet ExpertiseWorkday ExperienceCCP Certification

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Hard Skills

Compensation AnalysisJob DesignSalary Structure ModelingPerformance ManagementData AnalysisProblem-Solving SkillsCompensation Market Survey EvaluationJob EvaluationIncentive Program AdministrationReporting Capabilities

Soft Skills

CoachingTrainingStakeholder CoordinationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Workday

Certifications & Qualifications

CCP

Industry Keywords

Compensation ComplianceVariable CompensationExecutive CompensationPerformance EvaluationJob Mapping

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the Credit Union’s overall base pay compensation programs, including merit cycles, modeling, analyses, and recommendations for salary structures and grades
Lead administration of annual incentive programs for employees and leaders
Serve as the primary contact for incentive-program administration and policy inquiries
Partner with business leaders on compensation issues and complex compensation cases
Manage job design and evaluation processes, including job descriptions, leveling, and titling
Oversee external compensation market survey strategy and evaluate survey data
Participate in cross-functional performance management processes and system development
Provide coaching and training and conduct regular performance evaluations
Lead compensation activities for mergers, acquisitions, and organizational integrations
Collaborate with HR and business partners on job mapping, compensation alignment, and pay-program transitions
Ensure compensation practices comply with federal, state, and local laws
Monitor compensation developments and trends and recommend program adjustments
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business or human resources or equivalent work or educational experience
4 years of relevant compensation experience
1 year of people management experience
Experience working with broad base compensation programs with application of conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Candidates must be residents of WA, OR, ID, CA, and AZ
Advanced spreadsheet and database expertise with strong reporting, analysis, and modeling capabilities
Experience leading or managing programs or projects, with the ability to coordinate stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables
Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities
Experience with Workday
Certification in CCP
Variable and/or executive compensation experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) Company Match (up to 3%)
4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
PTO Program + Exchange Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match
A collaborative culture that values your insights and contributions
The chance to influence compensation strategies that affect all employees
A supportive environment that encourages innovative thinking
Compensation incentives are available; incentives are performance based and targets vary by role