{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8b46a76a36fa4b9e9d4ffbc6","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8b46a76a36fa4b9e9d4ffbc6","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8b46a76a36fa4b9e9d4ffbc6","title":"Manager, Compensation Programs - Remote","description":"Join the People Helping People\nVelera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service.\nThe Opportunity\nThe Manager, Compensation Programs is responsible for the development, administration, communication, and continuous improvement of enterprise compensation and performance-related programs. This role leads key annual compensation processes including merit planning, incentive and bonus programs, performance management process, mid-year pay and promotions process, salary structure(s), market survey administration and system, and leading Total Rewards statements process.\nThe position partners closely with Vice President, Compensation, Compensation team, Total Rewards senior leadership, HR Business Partners, Payroll, HRIS, Finance, and business leaders to ensure compensation programs align with organizational strategy, support pay-for-performance objectives and maintain market competitiveness and compliance. This is a working manager role with hands-on development and execution of the compensation programs, and team development.\nDay in the Life\nManage the development, testing, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of enterprise compensation programs, including annual merit, bonus, performance management, mid-year promotions and pay review, and total rewards statement processes.\nManage the annual compensation planning cycle, including salary increases, incentive funding, market adjustments, salary structure administration, and related cost and accrual estimates.\nLead the annual bonus program (VIP) to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and pay-for-performance philosophy.\nLead the annual performance management process, including system administration, testing, communications, training, timelines, and reporting.\nOversee the development, testing, and distribution process of annual Total Rewards Statements.\nPartner with HRIS, Payroll, Finance, Technology, and other stakeholders to support compensation-related systems, process enhancements, and operational effectiveness.\nDevelop and deliver compensation program communications, leader resources, training materials, and presentations.\nEnsure compensation programs comply with applicable laws, regulations, governance standards, and company policies.\nAnalyze compensation and performance program effectiveness, utilizing market data, workforce metrics, and organizational insights to recommend improvements.\nCreate and maintain dashboards, executive reports, and key performance metrics related to compensation programs.\nSupport salary structure management, pay equity analyses, and compensation governance initiatives.\nProvide consultation and guidance to HR Business Partners and business leaders regarding compensation programs, policies, and practices.\nLead special projects and strategic initiatives, including process redesign, system implementations, integrations, and organizational changes supporting the VP, Compensation and SVP, Total Rewards\nMaintain program documentation, procedures, and internal controls to ensure consistency, accuracy, and operational excellence.\nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, IT, or a related field preferred.\nCertified Compensation Professional (CCP), or similar certification preferred.\nTen (10) or more years of progressive direct compensation experience required.\nSeven (7) or more years leading compensation programs (i.e. annual bonus, merit, performance management).\nTwo (2) or more years experience overseeing Compensation direct reports or a team.\nSeven (7) or more years experience working with compensation programs and structures, HRIS, reporting, and incentive compensation systems. Workday experience preferred.\nExperience partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders in a complex business environment required.\nStront project management skills required.\nExperience performing compensation analyses, incentive modeling, forecasting, and financial evaluations required.\nExperience partnering with senior leaders and influencing compensation-related decisions.\nAbout Velera\nAt Velera, inclusion isn’t an initiative – it’s how we work. Guided by a people‑helping‑people philosophy, we cultivate a culture where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to do their best work. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering meaningful connection across our teams. Through a remote‑first, flexible environment, we prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing and belonging so individuals and teams can collaborate to thrive. Together, we’re shaping a new era of secure, innovative solutions for the clients and communities we serve. Learn more about what it’s like to work at Velera.\nPay Equity\n$117,000.00 - $152,100.00\nActual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.\nGreat Work/Life Benefits!\nCompetitive wages\nMedical with telemedicine\nDental and Vision\nBasic and Optional Life Insurance\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\nMaternity, Parental, Family Care\nCommunity Volunteer Time Off\n12 Paid Holidays\nCompany Paid Disability Insurance\n401k (with employer match)\nHealth Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\nSupplemental Insurance\nMental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)\nTuition Reimbursement\nWellness program\nBenefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions\nVelera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.\nVelera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following \"EEO is the Law\" Poster . Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.\nVelera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here .\nThis role is currently not eligible for sponsorship.\nAs an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities please contact a recruiter at recruiters@velera.com for assistance.","company":"Velera","rawCompany":"velera","city":"Remote","state":"OR","isRemote":true,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-05T13:35:28.292Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3111.00","title":"Compensation and Benefits Managers","slug":"compensation-and-benefits-managers"},{"code":"13-1141.00","title":"Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists","slug":"compensation-benefits-and-job-analysis-specialists"},{"code":"11-3121.00","title":"Human Resources Managers","slug":"human-resources-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541611","title":"Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services","slug":"administrative-management-and-general-management-consulting-services"},{"code":"541612","title":"Human Resources Consulting Services","slug":"human-resources-consulting-services"},{"code":"551114","title":"Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices","slug":"corporate-subsidiary-and-regional-managing-offices"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Manager, Compensation Programs - Remote","description":"Join the People Helping People\nVelera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service.\nThe Opportunity\nThe Manager, Compensation Programs is responsible for the development, administration, communication, and continuous improvement of enterprise compensation and performance-related programs. This role leads key annual compensation processes including merit planning, incentive and bonus programs, performance management process, mid-year pay and promotions process, salary structure(s), market survey administration and system, and leading Total Rewards statements process.\nThe position partners closely with Vice President, Compensation, Compensation team, Total Rewards senior leadership, HR Business Partners, Payroll, HRIS, Finance, and business leaders to ensure compensation programs align with organizational strategy, support pay-for-performance objectives and maintain market competitiveness and compliance. This is a working manager role with hands-on development and execution of the compensation programs, and team development.\nDay in the Life\nManage the development, testing, implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of enterprise compensation programs, including annual merit, bonus, performance management, mid-year promotions and pay review, and total rewards statement processes.\nManage the annual compensation planning cycle, including salary increases, incentive funding, market adjustments, salary structure administration, and related cost and accrual estimates.\nLead the annual bonus program (VIP) to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and pay-for-performance philosophy.\nLead the annual performance management process, including system administration, testing, communications, training, timelines, and reporting.\nOversee the development, testing, and distribution process of annual Total Rewards Statements.\nPartner with HRIS, Payroll, Finance, Technology, and other stakeholders to support compensation-related systems, process enhancements, and operational effectiveness.\nDevelop and deliver compensation program communications, leader resources, training materials, and presentations.\nEnsure compensation programs comply with applicable laws, regulations, governance standards, and company policies.\nAnalyze compensation and performance program effectiveness, utilizing market data, workforce metrics, and organizational insights to recommend improvements.\nCreate and maintain dashboards, executive reports, and key performance metrics related to compensation programs.\nSupport salary structure management, pay equity analyses, and compensation governance initiatives.\nProvide consultation and guidance to HR Business Partners and business leaders regarding compensation programs, policies, and practices.\nLead special projects and strategic initiatives, including process redesign, system implementations, integrations, and organizational changes supporting the VP, Compensation and SVP, Total Rewards\nMaintain program documentation, procedures, and internal controls to ensure consistency, accuracy, and operational excellence.\nQualifications\nBachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, IT, or a related field preferred.\nCertified Compensation Professional (CCP), or similar certification preferred.\nTen (10) or more years of progressive direct compensation experience required.\nSeven (7) or more years leading compensation programs (i.e. annual bonus, merit, performance management).\nTwo (2) or more years experience overseeing Compensation direct reports or a team.\nSeven (7) or more years experience working with compensation programs and structures, HRIS, reporting, and incentive compensation systems. Workday experience preferred.\nExperience partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders in a complex business environment required.\nStront project management skills required.\nExperience performing compensation analyses, incentive modeling, forecasting, and financial evaluations required.\nExperience partnering with senior leaders and influencing compensation-related decisions.\nAbout Velera\nAt Velera, inclusion isn’t an initiative – it’s how we work. Guided by a people‑helping‑people philosophy, we cultivate a culture where every employee feels valued, respected and empowered to do their best work. We’re committed to building a diverse workforce and fostering meaningful connection across our teams. Through a remote‑first, flexible environment, we prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing and belonging so individuals and teams can collaborate to thrive. Together, we’re shaping a new era of secure, innovative solutions for the clients and communities we serve. Learn more about what it’s like to work at Velera.\nPay Equity\n$117,000.00 - $152,100.00\nActual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.\nGreat Work/Life Benefits!\nCompetitive wages\nMedical with telemedicine\nDental and Vision\nBasic and Optional Life Insurance\nPaid Time Off (PTO)\nMaternity, Parental, Family Care\nCommunity Volunteer Time Off\n12 Paid Holidays\nCompany Paid Disability Insurance\n401k (with employer match)\nHealth Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions\nFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)\nSupplemental Insurance\nMental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)\nTuition Reimbursement\nWellness program\nBenefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions\nVelera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.\nVelera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following \"EEO is the Law\" Poster . Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.\nVelera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here .\nThis role is currently not eligible for sponsorship.\nAs an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities please contact a recruiter at recruiters@velera.com for assistance.","datePosted":"2026-08-05T13:35:28.292Z","dateModified":"2026-08-05T13:35:28.292Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Velera","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocationType":"TELECOMMUTE","applicantLocationRequirements":{"@type":"Country","name":"US"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Remote","addressRegion":"OR","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"8b46a76a36fa4b9e9d4ffbc6"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8b46a76a36fa4b9e9d4ffbc6"}}