Director, Global Compensation
@ GitLab

Hybrid
$200,000
Hybrid
Full Time
Posted 23 hours ago

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About GitLab

GitLab is an open-core software company offering a comprehensive AI-powered DevSecOps Platform used by over 100,000 organizations. Their mission is to enable everyone to contribute and co-create the software that powers our world.

About the Director, Global Compensation Role

GitLab is searching for a Director, Global Compensation to shape innovative compensation strategies that attract, motivate, and retain world-class talent. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution to design and implement comprehensive compensation frameworks, mentor a high-performing team, and drive impactful projects across the globe.

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership & Program Development: Design and execute a comprehensive compensation strategy; support executive programs; manage annual merit reviews, bonus structures, and equity planning initiatives.
  • Innovation & Optimization: Enhance job architecture and career progression; serve as a subject matter expert on incentive programs; analyze and optimize global compensation programs.
  • Communication & Stakeholder Partnership: Develop clear communication strategies; partner with business leaders on compensation decisions; stay updated on market trends.
  • Growth & Team Leadership: Guide M&A compensation strategies; lead and develop a global team of compensation professionals.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in compensation design and leadership in global organizations.
  • Deep expertise in executive compensation with strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience in presenting complex analyses.
  • Experience in both public company and startup environments, leading remote teams.

Compensation & Additional Details

This role, which is remote and global, offers a competitive base salary range, with a detailed compensation package determined based on education, experience, and market data. GitLab adheres to equal opportunity principles and fosters a high-performance culture.

Key skills/competency

  • Compensation Strategy
  • Executive Compensation
  • Program Development
  • Data Analysis
  • Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Innovation
  • Global HR
  • Communication
  • Market Trends
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📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Study compensation frameworks and analytics.
Review Excel and financial modeling techniques.
Practice case studies on global pay design.
Stay updated on market compensation trends.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you led a diverse team.
Explain how you handled stakeholder disagreements.
Discuss managing change under pressure.
Share an example of innovative problem-solving.

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