Senior Executive Compensation Consultant, PagerDuty

• The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in executive compensation, strong analytical skills, and experience working with public company compensation practices
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field, or commensurate experience
• 6+ years of HR experience, with at least 4 years focused on compensation, preferably in a global context and high-tech industry
• Expertise in equity compensation planning and design
• Knowledge of compensation-related regulations and disclosures
• Proficiency with HRIS applications (e.g., Workday) and data analysis tools
• Analytical Acumen: Strong analytical skills to translate complex data trends into key insights and recommendations
• Communication Skills: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills for interactions with stakeholders at all levels
• Business Acumen & Integrity: Maturity, discretion, and professionalism in handling confidential information
• Project Management: Strong project management skills with an agile HR mindset and the ability to influence at all levels
• Collaboration: Ability to partner with internal and external stakeholders to drive strategic outcomes
• Innovative Thinking: A desire to create compelling programs in a fast-paced environment

Desirable

• We are seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Executive Compensation Consultant who will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and senior leader for executive compensation
• This individual will play a pivotal role in designing, managing, and executing executive compensation programs, aligning them with company goals, compliance requirements, and shareholder expectations
• This role offers a unique opportunity to shape executive compensation strategies at PagerDuty, contributing to impactful strategies that support the attraction, motivation, and retention of top leadership talent. If you are passionate about executive compensation and excel in strategic and analytical thinking, we encourage you to apply!
• Executive Compensation Strategy:
• Design, implement, and manage competitive executive compensation programs, including base salary, short-term incentives, and long-term incentives (equity and non-equity)
• Align executive compensation strategies with the company’s business strategy, pay-for-performance philosophy, and regulatory requirements.
• Compensation Committee Support:
• Prepare Compensation Committee materials, offering data analysis and insights related to executive pay programs
• Collaborate with People leadership, finance, legal, and external consultants to ensure alignment with governance and compliance standards
• Assist in preparation of proxy statement disclosures, including the Compensation Discussion & Analysis (CD&A), ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Market Benchmarking & Analysis:
• Partner with external compensation consultants on market benchmarking, competitive analysis, and peer data reviews to align executive compensation with industry standards
• Conduct executive job evaluations, job pricing, and data modeling to support compensation decisions and strategy
• Compliance & Governance:
• Ensure executive compensation programs adhere to applicable regulations, including SEC, ISS, and Glass Lewis guidelines, as well as proxy reporting requirements
• Manage documentation of executive compensation processes and make strategic recommendations for operational efficiencies
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication:
• Act as a key advisor to senior management and HR partners, providing expertise on executive compensation matters
• Communicate strategies and program outcomes effectively to internal stakeholders, including senior executives and the Compensation Committee
• Develop comprehensive communication, engagement materials, and education strategies for executive leaders
• Additional Duties:
• Lead the year-end merit planning process and partner with HRIS to maintain, adopt, and enable compensation modules within HR systems
• Partner with Stock Administration, finance, and legal teams for data analysis, executive compensation forecasting, and proxy statement support
• Assist with compensation due diligence, negotiations, and restructuring for M&A activities