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At Alight, we believe a company’s success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to “Be Alight.”
Our Values:
Champion People – be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.
Grow with purpose – Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.
Be Alight – act with integrity, be real and empower others.
It’s why we’re so driven to connect passion with purpose. Alight helps clients gain a benefits advantage while building a healthy and financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, absence management and navigation.
With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.
Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.
Learn more at careers.alight.com.
The Director of Executive Compensation leads the design, implementation, and governance of executive pay programs, including base salary, annual incentives, long-term equity plans, and employee equity programs. This role ensures alignment with business strategy, market competitiveness, and regulatory compliance while supporting the company’s ability to attract and retain executive talent. The position reports to the Senior Vice President, Total Rewards, manages a small team, and contributes to strategic compensation projects.
Key Responsibilities
Program Design & Strategy
- Develop and manage executive compensation programs aligned with company goals and shareholder interests.
- Partner with senior leadership and the Compensation Committee on pay philosophy and strategy.
Market Analysis & Benchmarking
- Conduct competitive market analysis using executive compensation surveys.
- Recommend pay structures based on market data and internal equity.
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with regulations, tax laws, and disclosure requirements.
- Prepare materials for Board and Compensation Committee meetings.
Annual Proxy Process
- Lead preparation and coordination of executive compensation disclosures for the annual proxy statement.
- Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and Investor Relations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Incentive Plan Management
- Oversee annual and long-term incentive plan design and administration.
- Model financial impact and scenario planning for proposed changes.
Employee Equity & ESPP Programs
- Manage administration of employee equity programs and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
- Ensure accurate grant processing, compliance, and employee communication.
- Partner with vendors and internal teams to optimize program effectiveness.
People Leadership
- Manage at least one direct report, providing coaching, development, and performance feedback.
- Delegate and prioritize work to ensure timely and accurate delivery of compensation programs.
Executive & Board Interaction
- Collaborate with senior executives and support presentations to the Board and Compensation Committee.
- Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured materials for leadership discussions.
Special Strategic Projects
- Lead or contribute to compensation initiatives such as pay equity analysis, global harmonization, or M&A integration.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Communicate programs effectively to executives and internal stakeholders.
- Build effective relationships across HR, Finance, and Legal teams.
Reporting & Analytics
- Provide insights on pay trends, equity usage, and compensation cost modeling.
- Support proxy disclosures and executive pay reporting.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, or Business (Master’s or MBA preferred).
- 8+ years of experience in compensation, with at least 2 years focused on executive pay.
- Comprehensive knowledge of executive compensation practices, governance, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience supporting Board and Compensation Committee interactions.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with ability to simplify complex topics.
- Advanced analytical and financial modeling skills.
Preferred Competencies
- Strategic thinker with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
- Effective project management and leadership skills.
Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video.
Flexible Working
So that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and “Top 100 Company for Remote Jobs” 5 years in a row.
Benefits
We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it’s important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as several voluntary benefit options.
By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.
Our commitment to Inclusion
We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.
At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.
As part of this commitment, Alight will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [email protected].
Equal Opportunity Policy Statement
Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.
Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting their recruiter.
Authorization to work in the Employing Country
Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.
Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
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We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
Salary Pay Range
Minimum :
185,000.00 USDMaximum :
215,000.00 USDPay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit: Wellbeing and Benefits Selector Page - Alight
DISCLAIMER:
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.
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4 Overlook Point, , Lincolnshire, IL, United States, 60069
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