Compensation Programs Manager

Securitas is the global leader in protective services, delivering specialized guarding, advanced technology solutions, and comprehensive risk management across diverse industries. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to help make your world a safer place. With a legacy built on trust, innovation, and global expertise, we provide tailored security solutions that combine innovative technology with outstanding service.

The Compensation Programs Manager is an individual contributor role responsible for supporting the design, implement, and administration of Securitas North America’s compensation programs in alignment with business strategy and operational goals. This role plays a critical part in the planning and execution of the annual merit and bonus cycles, the design and administration of incentive plans, and the management of North America domestic and international relocation programs.

The Compensation Programs Manager will partner closely with HR, finance, and business leaders to ensure our compensation programs are competitive, compliant, and cost-effective, while supporting our ability to attract, retain, and motivate top talent across a large, diverse workforce. This role combines hands-on program management, data-driven analysis, and practical guidance to the business to help ensure pay decisions are fair, consistent, and aligned with both market practices and Securitas value

Compensation and Benefits

Depending on experience, Securitas will offer a salary of $150,000 - $180,000, in addition to a full benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 10 accrued vacation days, 4 floating holidays, and 6 sick days

****Even though this is a fully remote position, the candidate must reside in either Central or Eastern time zones.

Key Responsibilities

1. Compensation Strategy & Program Design

• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing management of enterprise-wide compensation programs to support business strategy and talent objectives.

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive job architecture framework that aligns roles, career levels, and pay practices with organization needs and growth plans.

• Develop and administer competitive pay structures, including salary ranges and hourly wage scales, informed by market benchmarking.

• Partner with stakeholders to design and support incentive plans tied to performance, KPIs, and financial results.

• Lead the design and ongoing management of North America domestic and international relocation programs, collaborating with an external relocation vendor to deliver compliant, cost-effective solutions for complex moves.

1. Market Analysis & Benchmarking

• Conduct regular market pricing and benchmarking for security roles using salary surveys and industry data.

• Recommend pay adjustments and structure changes based on market trends, internal equity, and business needs.

• Provide guidance on pay rates for new contracts, renewals, and expansions.

1. Operational & Client Support

• Partner with security operations leaders and HR Business Partners to address compensation issues, including hiring rates, retention challenges, and internal equity.

• Ensure compensation programs support client expectations, service level agreements, and compliance with contract terms.

1. Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compensation practices comply with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws (e.g., overtime, minimum wage, pay transparency).

• Support audits and reviews related to pay practices, including internal audits and client audits when required.

• Maintain documentation and governance standards for compensation policies and procedures.

1. Analytics & Reporting

• Analyze compensation data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.

• Use data to recommend practical, cost-effective solutions to compensation challenges.

1. Education & Communication

• Develop clear tools and materials (guides, templates, FAQs) to support consistent pay decisions.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on compensation for security roles across the organization.

Essential Functions

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; comfortable working with large data sets and spreadsheets.

• Solid understanding of wage and hour regulations and pay compliance.

• Ability to balance competitiveness, internal equity, and cost control.

• Effective communication skills with the ability to explain complex topics in simple, practical terms.

• Proven ability to build relationships and partner with operations, HR, and finance leaders.

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred.

• 7+ years of experience in compensation, including program design and implementation.

• Strong analytical skills and project management skills

• Proficiency in Excel and HRIS/Compensation systems

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Experience working in global or matrixed organization is preferred.

• Ability to travel up to 5%.

If you are ready to help shape fair, competitive, and meaningful compensation programs that support our people and our mission, we encourage you to apply and grow your career with Securitas.

Company Website: https://www.securitasinc.com

Securitas is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

About Company

Our Company Mission: Securitas’ mission is to protect homes, workplaces, and communities by providing the security services they need to protect their assets, safeguard their people, and maintain their ability to generate profits. Our Values: Securitas’ core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are the foundation for our employees to build trust with customers, colleagues, and the surrounding community. Integrity: Securitas employees are honest and trusted by customers to safeguard their premises and valuables. We don’t compromise on integrity and create an open forum for our employees and customers to voice opinions, report improprieties, and share information. Vigilance: Seeing, hearing, and evaluating. A Securitas employee is always attentive and often notices things that others don’t. Their vigilance is necessary in order to be aware of potential risks or incidents that may take place on our customers’ premises. Helpfulness: As part of an on-going effort to ensure safety, Securitas employees are always ready to help if an incident occurs that requires intervention regardless of whether or not it is directly related to their job.

Company

Securitas employees come from all walks of life, bringing with them a variety of distinctive skills and perspectives. United through our common purpose, we provide the security needed to safeguard our clients' assets and people. Our core values - Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness - are represented by the three red dots in the Securitas logo. If you live by these values, we’re looking for you to join the Securitas team. Benefits include:

• Retirement plan
• Employer-provided medical and dental coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Securitas Saves discount program
• Paid holidays
• Paid time away from work

Additionally, some populations may have the availability of accessing earned wages on a daily basis, prior to payday. Restrictions and fees may apply. Certain waiting periods may also apply. Paid time away from work may be available either through a combination of vacation and sick time or under a PTO policy, depending on local requirements. Benefits may be different for union members. Apply To This Job