Compensation Business Partner
Compensation Business PartnerWe are seeking a Compensation Business Partner to join our Total Rewards team supporting North America. In this role, you will design, implement, and advise on compensation programs that attract, retain, and engage top talent across North America. Operating at the intersection of operations and strategy, you will partner closely with People Managers, HR Business Partners, and Talent Acquisition to scale high-impact Total Rewards programs across our North American workforce. This is a mid-senior individual contributor role requiring deep technical expertise, strong business acumen, and the ability to influence senior leaders.
What You'll Do:
Partner with People Managers, HR Business Partners, and Talent Acquisition to develop and advise on compensation strategies and pay programs across North America
Design and recommend compensation structures (base salary, variable pay, sales incentives, equity/long-term incentives) aligned to internal equity and competitive market benchmarks
Lead compensation benchmarking, market analysis, and pay positioning strategies for U.S. and Canadian markets
Support strategic initiatives such as job architecture evolution, compensation frameworks for critical talent, and program effectiveness reviews
Manage annual compensation cycles (merit increases, bonus planning, equity refresh) including budgeting, process design, and execution
Monitor regulatory requirements and pay trends across North America (e.g., pay transparency laws, provincial/state requirements)
Partner with HR Operations to optimize compensation modules within HRIS platforms (Workday experience preferred)
Use advanced analytics to assess pay competitiveness, internal equity, and workforce impact
Present clear, data-driven insights and recommendations to senior leadership
Develop communication materials that articulate compensation philosophy, benefits, and wellness offerings
What You Bring:
Postgraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field (preferred)
812 years of progressive experience in compensation or total rewards, preferably supporting North American organizations
Proven experience designing compensation structures, analyzing market data, and scaling programs in high-growth environments
Strong project management skills with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally
Advanced proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for modeling, data analysis, and reporting
Hands-on experience managing U.S. and/or Canadian salary and bonus review cycles and participating in compensation surveys
Experience with Workday or a comparable HRIS platform required
Familiarity with job evaluation frameworks (e.g., Aon, Mercer, Willis Towers Watson) strongly preferred
Exceptional attention to detail, ownership mindset, and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
What We Offer:
Opportunity to shape and scale compensation programs across North America in a high-growth environment
Exposure to strategic rewards design and partnership with senior business leaders
A collaborative culture that values innovation, transparency, and employee well-being
In Illinois, the estimated annual salary range for this role is $110k $145k per year. In Arizona, the estimated annual salary range for this role is $105k $135k per year. Actual compensation will vary based on skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other permissible, non-discriminatory factors.
Additional benefits may include: Equity awards, annual bonus, 401(k) plan (U.S.) / retirement savings programs (Canada), medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off and wellness benefits
At ThoughtSpot, we believe AI is a necessary and essential part of how we work. Every role, across every team, is expected to be fluent and comfortable with using AI to do their best work. All Spotters are expected to experiment with ThoughtSpot's AI tools (like Spotter and SpotterViz) and leading industry LLMs to streamline workflows, enhance output, and uncover new insights. Whether drafting content, analyzing data, or summarizing documents, AI is a daily partner. We value curiosity, openness to learning, and thoughtful application of AI to create real value. Training and resources are provided so every Spotter can confidently create with AI.
This office-assigned role is available as a hybrid position, reporting to the office in US - Phoenix. Spotters assigned to an office are encouraged to experience the energy of their local office with an in-office expectation of 2-3 days per week. This approach balances the benefits of in-person collaboration and peer learning with the flexibility needed by individuals and teams.
ThoughtSpot is the Agentic Analytics Platform that empowers every enterprise to transform insights into action, on a mission to make the world more fact driven. We hire people with unique identities, backgrounds, and perspectives - this balance-for-the-better philosophy is key to our success. When paired with our culture of Trust, Customer Obsession, Innovation and Intensity, ThoughtSpot cultivates a respectful culture that pushes norms to create world-class products.