Paid Search Executive
Incubeta
Director, Global Compensation
GitLab
full-time
Posted on:
Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $167,000 - $313,000 per year
Job Level
Lead
Tech Stack
SDLC
About the role
- Design and execute a comprehensive compensation strategy that positions GitLab as an employer of choice while supporting our ambitious business objectives
- Support executive compensation programs and collaborate effectively with our compensation committee
- Oversee critical compensation programs including annual focal merit review cycles, bonus structures, and equity planning initiatives
- Continuously enhance our job architecture and career progression frameworks to attract top talent and support internal mobility
- Serve as our subject matter expert for both short-term incentive programs (bonuses, sales commissions) and long-term incentive compensation (equity programs)
- Analyze and optimize existing compensation programs, proposing strategic improvements that align with our global business strategy
- Develop compelling communication strategies that help team members understand and appreciate the full value of their compensation packages
- Partner with business leaders on complex compensation decisions, from new hire packages to retention strategies and performance recognition
- Stay at the forefront of market trends, implementing creative and competitive pay practices
- Guide M&A compensation strategy and execution with precision and strategic insight
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of compensation professionals, fostering their growth while ensuring exceptional business partnership
Requirements
- Extensive progressive experience in compensation design and leadership, preferably within rapidly scaling, global organizations
- Deep expertise in executive compensation with comprehensive knowledge of core compensation principles and methodologies
- Strong analytical capabilities combined with creative problem-solving skills and sound business judgment
- Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments while maintaining high standards and attention to detail
- Demonstrated success in building consensus and driving engagement across diverse stakeholder groups
- Data-driven approach with the ability to translate complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting complex information to various audiences
- Experience in both public company and startup environments
- Background in compensation committee preparation and interaction
- Experience leading remote, globally distributed teams
