Associate Director, Global Compensation
Who we are We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence. We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way. Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit. Why Worldwide We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us! What the Associate Director, Compensation does at Worldwide The Associate Director, Global Compensation is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for executing and continuously improving global compensation programs. Reporting to the Director, Global Total Rewards, this role plays a critical part in shaping and operationalizing the global compensation strategy. The Associate Director partners closely with senior leadership to deliver competitive, equitable, and scalable compensation programs while providing analytical insight to support executive and board-level decision-making. This role operates as a player-coach, balancing strategic contribution with hands-on execution and team leadership. What you will do Partner with the Director, Global Total Rewards to operationalize and implement the global compensation strategy Provide strategic input and recommendations on compensation design, structures, and programs Translate enterprise strategy into scalable programs, tools, and processes Lead execution, analysis, and administration of executive compensation programs, including base salary, bonus, and long-term incentives (LTI) Develop executive-ready materials and insights to support senior leadership and Compensation Committee decisions Partner with the Director on governance, benchmarking, and program design Own the end-to-end delivery of global compensation operations including annual salary and bonus planning, salary structure design and maintenance, job evaluation and leveling frameworks, market pricing, survey participation, and incentive plan administration Partner with Commercial, Human Resources Business Partners (HRBP), Finance, and leadership to design and administer sales incentive and commission programs Monitor effectiveness of sales incentive programs and recommend enhancements Lead transformation initiatives such as pay transparency, salary structure redesign, and job and title architecture Drive process improvements and modernization of compensation practices Serve as a trusted advisor to People Partners, leaders, and Talent Acquisition (TA), and act as an escalation point when necessary Drive compensation analytics, metrics, cost modeling, and governance compliance Lead and develop team members Provide hands-on support for complex analyses and deliverables Build scalable processes and strengthen team capability Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. What you bring to the role The Associate Director, Global Compensation is a strategic and hands-on leader responsible for leading the execution and continuous improvement of global compensation programs. Reporting to the Director, Global Total Rewards, this role plays a critical part in shaping and operationalizing the global compensation strategy. The Associate Director partners closely with senior leadership to deliver competitive, equitable, and scalable compensation programs while providing analytical insight to support executive and board-level decision-making. This role operates as a player–coach, balancing strategic contribution with hands-on execution and team leadership. Your experience Bachelor’s degree required; Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification preferred 10+ years of progressive compensation experience, including global scope 3+ years of team leadership experience required Experience with executive compensation and long-term incentives Proven leadership of compensation projects such as pay transparency, job architecture, and salary structures Strong analytical capability, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) experience Ability to influence senior stakeholders and balance strategy with execution Promotion to the next level is not automatic based on years of experience. Personnel are evaluated on proven competency, level of responsibility, and ability to work independently. At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation. The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates): United States of America - $113,000.00 - $225,000.00 The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage. We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do. To view our other roles, check out our careers page at Discover a world of difference at Worldwide! 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