Compensation Consultant, NA Operations, NA Tech Operations - Amazon

Description When Amazon.com launched in 1995, it was with the mission "to be Earth's most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online, and endeavors to offer its customers the lowest possible prices." This goal continues today, but Amazon's customers are worldwide now, and have grown to include millions of Consumers, Sellers, Content Creators, and Developers & Enterprises. Each of these groups has different needs, and we always work to meet those needs, innovating new solutions to make things easier, faster, better, and more cost-effective. The compensation partner, supporting North American Operations groups, should possess senior-level experience developing and administering compensation programs for large scale and growth based organization that has complex and matrixed structures. Ideal candidates will have a proven history of influencing executive leadership with a combination of deep subject matter expertise, relationship-building abilities, and a passion to create programs that contribute to the growth and help manage programs at scale. The ideal candidate will be adept at developing and communicating strategy while still rolling up their sleeves to get things done. Key Strategic Objectives .Partner with senior business leaders along with their leadership teams to develop and implement compensation strategies for hourly employees and lead activities to meet growth goals and foster innovation . Hands on leader with a proven track record of transforming financial processes . Provide guidance to the business and develop creative solutions on a variety of total compensation issues including the setting of appropriate pay levels, base pay, and stock compensation. · Ensure that we organize to deliver across orgs, while still maintaining the unique solutions required by the operations organization · Understand current state of systems and processes and develop gap analysis between current state and customer requirements · Partner with peers to further develop Amazon employer brand and Amazon employee value proposition · Be comfortable operating at speed to ensure forward momentum, fast iteration and incorporate new learnings.. . . Identify, assess, track and mitigate issues and risks at multiple levels · Build and maintain operational and process excellence mechanisms Position location is flexible for the following Amazon corporate office work locations across the United States: Dallas, TX, Austin, TX, Arlington, VA, Seattle, WA, and New York City, NY. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: Arlington, VA, USA | Austin, TX, USA | Dallas, TX, USA | New York City, NY, USA | Seattle, WA, USA Basic Qualifications Candidate must meet basic qualifications to be considered for the role: - Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Finance, Accounting, Economics, and/or Business or equivalent experience - 5+ years of leading, complex programs with significant change impact across organizational boundaries - Strong analytical and quantitative skills and a track record for planning, doing, and auditing work. - General compensation knowledge required including compliance with the state and federal laws that apply to the plans. - Ability to create dynamic tools and models to interpret and analyze data. - Project Management experience Preferred Qualifications - Highly detailed driven with emphasis on accuracy, coupled with the ability to see the broader picture. - Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees within the organization - The ability to work independently, take on responsibility and be comfortable in a fast-paced, change-oriented environment. - Strong internal customer focus - Strong interpersonal skills - including excellent written and oral communication skills - Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment - Advanced analytical skills and the ability to get into the details, while also seeing and understanding the big picture - Experience in highly variable environments with track record of success. Amazon is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer - Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $56,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $135,200/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.