Compensation Manager

La Grange, IL 60526

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Human Resources Job Number: 50842485 Compensation: $80000-100000 / year

Job Description

Title: Compensation Manager

Location: La Grange, IL

Overview: Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.

Hire Type: Direct Hire
Benefits: Benefits from day 1 with almost 100% coverage! In addition to 11 paid holidays, 2-3 weeks vacations, 401K, etc.
Target Salary: $80,000-100,000
Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: up to 20% annual bonus

Job Summary: Oversee the design and management of compensation programs to attract, retain, and engage top talent across all Progress Rail locations.

Job Duties:

  • Lead compensation programs including base salary, STIP, and equity plans
  • Manage the compensation team and ensure efficient program execution
  • Collaborate with HR, Finance, Talent Acquisition, and Benefits to align with strategy and budget
  • Conduct market benchmarking to maintain competitive pay practices
  • Maintain job architecture and support career path visibility
  • Ensure compliance with pay regulations and transparency requirements
  • Lead performance review and annual compensation planning cycles
  • Provide analysis on pay equity, workforce trends, and compensation decisions
  • Advise HR and managers and manage vendors and compensation systems

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field
  • 5+ years in HR leadership with compensation experience
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Sound judgment, discretion, and confidentiality
  • HR certification (CCP) preferred

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Meet Your Recruiter

Amy Badal
Technical Recruiter

Amy Badal is a seasoned Senior Recruiter passionate about connecting with individuals across diverse industries and various career stages. With an impressive 7-year tenure at Sterling, Amy has become an invaluable asset to the organization's talent acquisition efforts.

Amy's journey in recruiting spans over 11 years, during which she has acquired a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field. Her fascination with working alongside people from different backgrounds and professional levels has driven her successful career.

As a Senior Recruiter, Amy thrives on collaborating with candidates and hiring partners in the railroad industry. She relishes the chance to contribute to their career growth and the overall success of the organizations she serves. Amy's ability to understand each individual's unique needs and aspirations allows her to make insightful and tailored placements that benefit both parties.

One of Amy's most valuable pieces of advice is never to burn bridges and always maintain high professionalism throughout the hiring process.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

 As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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