About this role
About the Role Copeland seeks an Executive Compensation Specialist to help shape and govern our executive compensation programs. You’ll support annual and long-term incentive design and administration, and create high-quality materials for the Compensation Committee, reporting directly to the Director of Global Compensation.
What You'll Do
- Support the development, evolution, and governance of executive compensation programs
- Conduct regular market research to stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging compensation strategies
- Manage the administration of the annual incentive program and multiple equity programs
- Benchmark our compensation programs against industry peers and provide insights as appropriate
- Support the creation of high-quality, decision-ready materials for senior leadership and the Compensation Committee
- Lead the development of clear, compelling communication strategies and materials for executive compensation programs
- Support compliance with SEC regulations, IRS rules (e.g., 409A, 162(m)), and other relevant governance requirements
- Establish and uphold robust documentation processes and audit trails for executive compensation decisions
- Contribute to the preparation of public disclosures, when relevant
What We're Looking For
- Prior experience with executive compensation in a publicly traded company or in reward consulting
- Hands-on experience with equity programs
- Strong analytical and modeling skills, with the ability to interpret market data and apply sound judgment in assessing tradeoffs
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail with strong documentation discipline
- Ability to produce quality results in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment
- Maintains composure and efficiency in stressful situations
- Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future - sponsorship will not be provided for this role
Nice to Have
- Five (5) years of progressive Compensation experience
- Prior experience in a large global company and/or in reward consulting
- Prior experience in a private-equity portfolio company
- Prior experience supporting M&A and/or taking a company through an IPO
- Experience with Workday HCM
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation is a plus
Compensation & Benefits
- Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more
- We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave