Compensation Programs Manager

$170,200 - $255,400/Yr

Apple - Cupertino, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Cupertino, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

At Apple, our number one resource is our people! As a Compensation Programs Manager, you will help lead the design, development, communication and administration of incentive compensation programs and global pay structures. This position will partner with Compensation Business Partners as well as team members from Finance, Recruiting, Systems teams and other People team functions to deliver effective and innovative compensation programs in alignment with Apple's Global Compensation Philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Manage, design and coordinate various incentive plans, including Apple's executive bonus plan, Retail leadership bonus plan, and other incentive plans.
• Lead all aspects of incentive-related processes during the Annual Compensation Planning cycle, including system setup, strategy development, timeline management, budget reconciliation, and administrative updates as required.
• Help maintain and develop processes to keep global pay/salary structures updated based on internal and external market data and in alignment with Apple's compensation strategy.
• Lead strategic projects to improve and evolve incentive programs and pay structures, while also leading routine activities.
• Perform ad hoc incentive reporting and analyses for Compensation Business Partners and other partners, using data-driven insights to find opportunities for improvement and present recommendations for program enhancements.
• Develop strong relationships and partner cross-functionally with People Operations, Finance, Legal, Compensation Services and other teams to support business needs.
• Manage key vendor and supplier relationships as well as develop a network of Compensation professionals for ongoing monitoring of pay practices and shifting trends.

Requirements

• 7+ years of demonstrable experience at a multi-national company leading Compensation programs.
• Deep knowledge of crafting, developing and maintaining competitive compensation programs, including incentive design programs and pay/salary structures.
• Exceptional Excel/spreadsheet skills.
• Both domestic & international travel may be required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in High-Tech and/or Consulting industries preferred.
• Proven team orientation with collaborative style.
• Strong influencing skills with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Independent, self-starter with the ability to successfully balance multiple priorities.
• Excellent process management, planning and organizational skills.
• Robust analytical skills and business sense.
• Proven track record to learn on the fly and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and dedication to excellence, combined with high integrity and ethics in handling confidential information.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field (MBA a plus)

Benefits

• Base pay range between $170,200 and $255,400, depending on skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
• Opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs.
• Eligibility for discretionary restricted stock unit awards.
• Ability to purchase Apple stock at a discount through the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Range of discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses, including tuition.
• Potential eligibility for discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Relocation assistance.