Vice President | Compensation

#LI-VM1 #LI-HybridThe Vice President of Compensation will lead the design, governance, and evolution of CBIZ's global compensation strategy, ensuring programs effectively attract, retain, and reward the talent required to drive long-term business performance and shareholder value. This leader will also oversee the design of enterprise incentive structures-including leadership incentives, business development incentives, and performance-based compensation frameworks-that reinforce behaviors critical to the CBIZ's growth strategy.A key focus of the role will be the administration of long-term incentive programs, including equity-based vehicles such as Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), Performance Stock Units (PSUs), and other share-based awards. The Vice President will partner closely with Finance, Legal, and senior business leaders to ensure equity programs are structured effectively, administered with rigor, and aligned with regulatory requirements, financial objectives, and shareholder interests.The Vice President reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer.Essential Functions and Primary DutiesCompensation Strategy & Total Rewards PhilosophyLead the development and ongoing refinement of the company's compensation philosophy to support growth, performance, and talent retentionTranslate business strategy into forward-looking compensation programs that align pay with company performance, shareholder outcomes and leadership behaviorsAdvise company leaders on total rewards strategy and compensation governanceMonitor external market trends, regulatory developments, and peer practices to maintain a competitive and effective compensation frameworkExecutive Compensation & Long-Term IncentivesLead the administration of executive compensation programs, including base salary, annual incentives and long-term incentive plansDevelop and manage equity-based compensation programs, including RSUs, PSUs, and other share-based awards that align executive and leadership incentives with shareholder value creationPartner closely with Finance and Legal to ensure equity plans are designed, implemented, and administered in accordance with accounting requirements, regulatory frameworks, and securities law.Provide strategic insights and analysisEnsure transparency and clear alignment between performance outcomes and compensation resultsIncentive Plan Design & Performance AlignmentLead the design and governance of incentive structures across the enterprise, including leadership incentive plans, business development and sales incentives and performance-based compensation modelsPartner with business leaders to design compensation programs that drive desired behaviors, reinforce strategic priorities, and reward performance and contributions to growthConduct advance modeling and financial analysis to evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of incentive programsEnsure incentive programs are scalable, measurable, and aligned with enterprise financial outcomesCompensation Program Administration & GovernanceOversee enterprise compensation cycles including merit increases, promotions, variable pay, and equity awards. Ensure programs are administered with accuracy, transparency, and operational disciplinePartner with Finance to ensure compensation programs align with financial forecasts, operating plans, and long-term financial objectivesSupport compensation related analysis to support M&APrepare and develop materials and analysis to support executive compensation disclosures and regulatory filingsLeadership & Organizational ImpactLead and develop a high-performance compensation team focused on excellence, strategic partnership and continuous improvementFoster a culture of analytical rigor, transparency, and consultative partnership with HR and business leadersServe as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on complex compensation matters, providing data driven guidance and strategic insightsPreferred QualificationsMaster's degreeCertified Compensation Professional (CCP) certificationDeep expertise in equity-based compensation, including RSUs, PSUs and other long-term incentive vehiclesDemonstrated experience partnering with Finance, Legal and executive leadership to design and administer equity programs and incentive structuresExperience supporting Board of Directors and Compensation Committee governance, including executive compensation reporting disclosuresStrong expertise in incentive plan design, financial modeling, and performance-based compensation frameworksProven ability to influence senior leadership and translate complex compensation concepts into actionable strategiesStrong analytical and financial acumen with the ability to translate data into strategic insightsExperience with HRIS and compensation planning tools (e.g., Oracle or similar platforms)Minimum Qualifications RequiredBachelor's degree required10 years of experience in related field5 years supervisory experienceAbility to manage deadlinesAbility to work on multiple assignments and prioritize accuratelyProficient use of applicable technologyDemonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of organization, both internally (and externally as applicable)Proven high level of business integrity, client service and leadership skillsMust be able to travel based on department needs