At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex compensation programs and analyses to support business objectives.
- Company: Join Barings, a leading global financial services firm with a strong commitment to associates.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team culture focused on transparency, responsibility, and client-first values.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on compensation strategies while collaborating with talented professionals.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and 4-6 years of relevant experience in compensation or HR analytics.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 £ per year.
At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognise those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients. We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.
Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.
Job Summary
The Compensation Associate Director role leads complex compensation programs, analyses, and processes that support the firm’s compensation strategy and business objectives. This role serves as a subject matter expert within Total Rewards, partnering closely with HR Business Partners, Talent teams, Finance, Legal, and business leaders to deliver competitive, equitable, compliant, and scalable compensation solutions. The role is accountable for multiple compensation processes and programs, anticipates and resolves complex business issues, and may lead initiatives or coordinate the work of others.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead complex market pricing, compensation survey participation, benchmarking, and pay positioning analyses across functions and regions.
- Own key components of the annual compensation cycle, including merit, incentive, promotion, and year-end planning activities.
- Develop compensation recommendations, models, reports, and dashboards that inform HR, Finance, and business leadership decisions.
- Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders to provide compensation guidance, evaluate pay decisions, and address complex compensation matters.
- Lead or support job evaluation, leveling, business title alignment, and pay structure development to promote consistency and internal equity.
- Identify process improvements, strengthen governance, and enhance compensation procedures, tools, and controls.
- Maintain, audit, and analyse compensation data in Workday and related systems to ensure accuracy, consistency, and readiness for decision-making.
- Monitor compensation practices for compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and market standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Economics, Analytics, or related field preferred.
- Typically 4-6 years of progressive compensation, total rewards, HR analytics, or related experience.
- Advanced working knowledge of compensation principles, market pricing, job evaluation, pay equity, incentive planning, and annual compensation processes.
- Experience partnering with HR Business Partners, Finance, Legal, Talent, and senior business stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, modelling, and data interpretation skills; advanced Excel skills required.
- Experience with Workday or comparable HRIS/compensation systems preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple processes or programs, exercise judgment and discretion, and recommend practical solutions to complex business issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex compensation concepts for varied audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively, take accountability, foster trust, and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Barings is committed to building long-term relationships with our associates and providing opportunities and support to help them succeed. With our expanding business and global footprint, Barings offers a wealth of opportunities for associates who share our culture, values and commitment to excellence in client service.
Associate Director, Compensation employer: Barings LLC
At Barings, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values transparency, collaboration, and integrity. Our London and Charlotte locations provide associates with unique opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading global financial services firm, where we are committed to supporting our team members in achieving their career aspirations while delivering innovative solutions to our clients. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, we foster an environment where every associate can thrive and contribute to our collective success.
