Director, Global Compensation & Benefits
Company: Norstella
Location: Remote, United States
Date Posted: Aug 31, 2025
Employment Type: Full Time
Job ID: R-1452
Description
Job Description
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Global Compensation & Benefits to lead the design, administration, and governance of our global compensation and benefits programs. This role will oversee both compensation and benefits, focusing on developing, implementing, and managing programs that support pay equity, competitiveness, and the health, wellbeing, and engagement of our global workforce.
This individual will serve as the subject matter expert on compensation and benefits, partnering with leaders across the U.S., UK, Canada, India, Italy, and other international locations to ensure offerings are competitive, compliant, and aligned with employee needs and organizational objectives. Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, this leader will play a critical role in shaping our employee experience and ensuring our programs scale with business growth.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Lead the design, implementation, and governance of global compensation structures, salary ranges, and job evaluation processes.
Manage the annual compensation cycle, including merit increases, market adjustments, and benchmarking.
Conduct compensation market analysis across multiple geographies to maintain competitiveness and ensure pay equity.
Ensure compliance with pay transparency, wage and hour, and country-specific regulations.
Design and manage global benefits programs, including health, retirement, insurance, wellbeing, and local country-specific offerings.
Partner with brokers, vendors, and consultants to negotiate contracts, manage renewals, and deliver cost-effective, high-quality services.
Lead the annual enrollment process and develop employee communication and education strategies to increase engagement.
Monitor utilization, costs, and employee feedback to evaluate effectiveness and recommend program enhancements.
Ensure compliance with benefits regulations globally (e.g., ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA in the U.S., and equivalent frameworks internationally).
Serve as the organization's subject matter expert for global compensation and benefits.
Work in tandem with the legal department to monitor and own the company's equity incentive program.
Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal to ensure programs are fiscally responsible, compliant, and aligned with organizational goals.
Provide coaching and education to HR colleagues and business leaders on program design, policies, and practices.
Manage vendor relationships and oversee budgets for compensation and benefits programs.
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree or certifications (CEBS, CBP) preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
Experience owning and supporting equity-based incentive programs
Strong expertise in global compensation design, pay structures, and benchmarking.
Deep knowledge of U.S. benefits with exposure to international benefits compliance and design.
Proven experience in vendor management, negotiation, and program communication.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to inform decision-making.
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills across diverse geographies and cultures.
Location: Remote US
Our Guiding Principles for success at Norstella:
01: Bold, Passionate, and Mission-First
02: Integrity, Truth, and Reality
03: Kindness, Empathy, and Grace
04: Resilience, Mettle, and Perseverance
05: Humility, Gratitude, and Learning
Benefits:
Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Dental & Vision Benefits
Basic Life and AD&D Benefits
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Company Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $165,000 to $195,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
Norstella is an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability or handicap, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), marital or domestic partner status, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal, state, or local law.
Sometimes the best opportunities are hidden by self-doubt. We disqualify ourselves before we have the opportunity to be considered. Regardless of where you came from, how you identify, or the path that led you here- you are welcome. If you read this job description and feel passion and excitement, we're just as excited about you.
All legitimate roles with Norstella will be posted on Norstella's job board which is located at norstella.com/careers. If a role is not posted on this job board, a candidate should assume the role is not a legitimate role with Norstella. Norstella is not responsible for an application that may be submitted by or through a third-party and candidates should proceed with extreme caution if a third-party approaches them about an open role with Norstella. Norstella will never ask for anything of value or any @type of payment during or as part of any recruitment, interview, or pre-hire onboarding process. If you are aware of or have reason to believe a job posting purportedly for a role with Norstella is fraudulent or otherwise not authorized by Norstella, please contact the Company using the following email address: [email protected] .
Norstella is an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability or handicap, medical condition, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), marital or domestic partner status, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, reproductive health decision making, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal, state, or local law.
