Title: Compensation Sr. Manager - Global Compensation Programs
Philadelphia, PA, US, 19103
Job Description
Working with the Aramark Compensation team means touching the lives of all our employees from stadiums to hospitals, schools, and more! The Compensation Senior Manager will work in our fast-paced, vibrant environment to execute day-to-day administration of Aramark’s broad-based global compensation programs and initiatives.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to work and network on a global scale across functions, particularly with HR leadership for processes that impact the whole organization including salary structures, compensation data architecture, job evaluation, benchmarking, and incentive plan support.
Compensation is a tight knit team that works hard to support each other to seek out new tasks, take ownership of work and innovation, and drive positive impact while growing and developing professionally.
This position is a hybrid role based out of Philadelphia.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the annual compensation review process, including planning, system requirements, validation, and delivery of tools, reporting, and analytics to HR and business leaders.
- Manage and prepare financial accruals for Aramark’s short-term incentive (STI) plans, ensuring accurate forecasting, reconciliation, and compliance with financial reporting requirements; while also leading STI system expansion globally and standardizing processes.
- Conduct complex data modeling and analytics to support compensation recommendations, program design, and leadership decision-making.
- Create presentations, dashboards, and visuals, translating complex analytics into clear, actionable insights.
- Maintain and improve standard operating procedures, ensuring alignment with internal controls, audit requirements, and compensation governance practices.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, HR Technology, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and other partners to ensure alignment on enterprise initiatives and leverage technology tools.
- Support and lead special compensation projects, including process improvements, program design enhancements, creating educational resources and training materials, compensation technology upgrades, and policy development.
Qualifications
- 8+ years of progressive experience in compensation, including program design, benchmarking, analytics, and annual compensation processes in a large, multi-national organization.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
- Strong HR systems reporting skills (SAP experience preferred)
- Extensive experience in compensation data analysis (with advanced Excel proficiency), modeling, and interpretation of quantitative and qualitative information. Demonstrated success in evaluating data quality and recommending practical solutions to navigate potential issues.
- Demonstrated track record in driving complex projects, managing multiple priorities, and operating effectively in fast-paced, changing, and sometimes ambiguous environments.
- Exceptional project management, analytical, and presentation skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex topics and influence stakeholders.
- High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information.
- Self-directed, with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Nearest Major Market: Philadelphia