Adobe

Director, Compensation Business Partnering

Adobe

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: San Jose • California • New York • United States

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Salary

💰 $167,600 - $316,900 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Serve as the primary compensation advisor for Sales and Engineering HRBPs and business leaders necessitating demonstrated excellence in business partnering skills and leadership background.
  • Align compensation strategies with Adobe’s performance philosophy and talent priorities.
  • Shape long-term strategy by anticipating market shifts and influencing compensation design accordingly.
  • Drive alignment, decision-making, and speed of execution to own outcomes across the business unit.
  • Design and implement compensation programs tailored to Sales and Engineering, including base pay, incentive plans, and equity.
  • Partner with other COEs to drive cross-functional initiatives such as job architecture modernization and pay transparency compliance.
  • Provide data-driven insights and modeling to support compensation decisions.
  • Monitor market trends and internal benchmarks to inform program evolution and competitiveness.
  • Encourage and mentor teams, set accountable goals, and model Adobe’s values in all communications.
  • Drive the completion of central initiatives to enhance compensation programs across various locations and departments.
  • Develop a culture that nurtures learning, feedback, and inclusivity.
  • Champion diverse viewpoints and ongoing improvement.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in human resources, Finance, Economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 12+ years of progressive experience in global compensation, including business partnering roles.
  • Executive level Partner experience, partnering directly with senior leaders.
  • Profound knowledge of Sales and Engineering compensation frameworks, encompassing bonus and commission setups.
  • Experience with job architecture, market pricing, and equity strategy.
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency in compensation tools (e.g., Workday).
  • Demonstrated ability to remain flexible and agile in an ever-changing environment.
  • Ability to handle ambiguity with ease.
  • Proven proficiency in nurturing partnerships and connections (internally and externally) at every organizational level, displaying strong leadership and persuasion capabilities, and spearheading management ventures.
  • Strong analytical abilities to dissect complex issues into more manageable components.
  • Proven attention to detail and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks is essential, along with the ability to solve problems when necessary.
  • Outstanding verbal communication and presentation skills.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Bonuses
  • Stock options
  • Equipment allowances
  • Wellness programs
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Soft Skills
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