Compensation Manager, Coursera

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in compensation analysis, preferably in a global or technology-driven environment
• Proven expertise in advanced data modeling techniques, including statistical analysis with advanced proficiency in Excel
• Strong track record of leveraging AI to drive insights and decision-making
• Demonstrated track record of implementing operational efficiencies and process improvements that drive measurable cost savings and enhanced decision-making capabilities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of building collaborative relationships across diverse teams and effectively influencing stakeholders
• Experience managing large datasets and developing dynamic dashboards that support strategic compensation decisions, along with the ability to integrate disparate data sources to enhance reporting accuracy

Desirable

• The Compensation Manager, Global Rewards will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Coursera’s global compensation strategies.
• This role is responsible for analyzing market trends, benchmarking internal data, and providing actionable insights to drive effective decision-making.
• You will partner with HR Business Partners and senior leaders to ensure our pay practices align with our mission and support our commitment to fairness, innovation, and social impact
• Compensation Strategy & Analysis
• Conduct detailed market and internal analyses to benchmark salaries, bonuses, and incentive plans against industry standards
• Develop and refine compensation models that support Coursera’s global rewards philosophy
• Proficiency in executive compensation
• Program Design & Administration
• Lead the administration of annual merit, bonus, and equity cycles, ensuring timely and accurate execution across regions
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to maintain and enhance job architecture, salary structures, and incentive programs
• Facilitate regular compensation training to new managers and the People team
• Data Reporting & Compliance
• Create and deliver insightful reports, dashboards, and presentations that highlight compensation trends, effectiveness, and ROI
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory standards in all compensation practices
• Stakeholder Partnership
• Serve as a trusted advisor to HR Business Partners and leadership on compensation strategy, policy, and best practices
• Drive process improvements and innovations that enhance the overall employee experience and support Coursera’s strategic objectives

• Coursera covers the cost of tuition so you can earn a free master’s degree and develop new skills. That’s on top of free, lifelong access to courses and certificates on the platform
• We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents. Plus, free access to counseling and mental health services
• Get up to 16 weeks of fully-paid parental leave when you grow your family and bring a new child into your life
• We host Make-a-thon events twice a year to promote community and innovation. During Make-a-thon, you’ll dedicate time to attend workshops, work on passion projects, and pursue ideas outside of your day-to-day work
• Take paid time off when you need it. We have time off policies that promote flexibility so you can tailor your work schedule when life calls
• Our flexibility extends to where you work. You can choose to work from home, work from one of our offices, or try a combination of the two
• Employees earn company stock, so you can own what we build together and share in our success

Total funding: $443.1m

Coursera was founded by Daphne Koller and Andrew Ng in 2012 with a vision of providing life-transforming learning experiences to learners around the world. It partners with universities and other educational institutions to deliver online courses to 40 million students, covering subjects like technology, business, science, and even autonomous cars.