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Senior Compensation Manager

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San Francisco, New York$156k - $310kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Senior Compensation Manager at Patreon, responsible for developing and executing compensation strategy, managing market benchmarking, total rewards, equity programs, and compensation processes, with a focus on data-driven decisions and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Compensation Strategy Development: Lead the development and execution of Patreon’s compensation strategy, aligning it with the company’s objectives and market trends. Regularly assess and adjust compensation structures to attract, motivate, and retain high-performing employees.
  • Market Research and Benchmarking: Manage the benchmarking review process by conducting thorough market analysis to understand industry compensation trends, both domestically and internationally. Utilize benchmarking data to ensure Patreon’s compensation remains competitive and compelling.
  • Total Rewards Enhancement: Collaborate with HR, leadership, and benefits team to design and enhance Patreon’s total rewards framework, including base salary, variable pay, equity programs, and benefits, to ensure a comprehensive and appealing package for employees.
  • Equity Program Management: Oversee Patreon’s equity program design, including stock options and other equity-based incentives. Manage equity pool and spend. Educate employees on equity programs and support them in understanding the long-term value.
  • Compensation Planning and Review Cycles: Manage various compensation planning processes, including the annual review cycle, mid-year review, pay equity analysis, and bonus payouts. Ensure a fair and transparent process that aligns with budgetary guidelines.
  • Compensation Surveys and Tools: Ensure the data and tooling used at Patreon are the most accurate, relevant, and up to date.
  • Data Analysis and Insights: Leverage data and analytics to provide insights on compensation trends, cost projections, and potential areas for improvement. Develop reports and dashboards to communicate compensation-related metrics to leadership.
  • Collaboration and Partnerships: Collaborate closely with PBPs, Finance, Legal, and Talent Acquisition teams to ensure seamless execution of compensation programs. Provide guidance on compensation-related matters to enable effective decision-making.
  • Compliance and Governance: Stay up-to-date with relevant labor laws and regulations to ensure that Patreon’s compensation programs remain compliant. Maintain accurate documentation of compensation-related policies and practices.
  • Communication and Education: Develop communication strategies to educate employees about the company’s compensation philosophy, practices, and changes. Address employee inquiries related to compensation in a timely and professional manner.
  • Team Leadership: Develop, coach, and engage team member(s) to foster their growth and development.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in compensation, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role.
  • Deep understanding of compensation theories, methodologies, and best practices.
  • Experience with equity program management.
  • Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in data analysis and utilization of compensation survey data.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
  • Extremely data driven, thorough, and meticulous.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing compensation strategies aligned with business goals.
  • Knowledge of relevant labor laws and regulations related to compensation.
  • Proficiency in compensation-related software and tools.

Skills

Required:Compensation strategyMarket benchmarkingEquity program managementData analysis and insightsCommunication

Benefits

  • salary, equity plans, healthcare, flexible time off, company holidays and recharge days, commuter benefits, lifestyle stipends, learning and development stipends, patronage, parental leave, 401k plan with matching
Last updated Sep 3, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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