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Position Title: Compensation Manager
Job Type : Full-Time
Location: Charlotte, NC
Base Salary: $120,000 to $145,000 + Best-in-class benefits
Industry: Automotive
Job Category: HR Management - Benefits / Compensation Planning

What you’ll do:

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

* Lead the design, implementation, and continuous evolution of compensation strategies aligned with business objectives and market dynamics.
* Partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to advise on salary decisions, job leveling, and promotions.
* Drive the development and execution of Career Ladder frameworks to support internal mobility, employee development, and engagement.
* Oversee job architecture including job evaluation, leveling, and grade assignments.
* Manage the annual compensation planning cycle including merit, promotion, and adjustment recommendations; Provide guidance to leaders on budget allocation and pay-for-performance alignment.
* Conduct market research and ensure pay is competitive and aligned with internal equity.
* Monitor compensation trends and recommend changes to maintain competitive market positioning and internal equity.
* Maintain deep understanding of relevant laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, minimum wage, pay transparency), ensuring all compensation practices remain compliant.
* Conduct compensation-related audits, internal reviews, and support pay equity and transparency initiatives.
* Maintain compensation-related policies and procedures, ensuring consistency and fairness across the organization.
* Partner with HRIS and IT to ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance of compensation data and systems.
* Analyze compensation data and create clear reports for leadership.
* Manage survey participation and external vendor relationships.
* Lead compensation-related projects, including system enhancements, career frameworks, and organizational design support.

Location & Travel Expectations:

* This role will be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC.
* This role requires 4 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.
* Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time.

What you’ll bring:

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring:

* Bachelor’s degree in Human resources, Finance, Business, or related field.
* 8+ years of progressive experience in compensation analysis and program management.
* Strong analytical and quantitative skills with ability to interpret complex data and develop strategic insights.
* Demonstrated ability to influence senior leaders and collaborate across multiple functions.
* Deep knowledge of federal/state wage and hour regulations and compensation compliance standards.
* Advanced proficiency in Excel, compensation benchmarking tools and HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP).

What you'll gain:

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up. This is a chance to create something new and lasting - with an iconic brand at its foundation. In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

Competitive insurance including:
*Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
401(k) program with:
*An employer match and immediate vesting
Generous Paid Time Off including:
*20 days planned PTO, as accrued
*40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
*Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
*Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Notice to applicants:

* To be considered for career opportunities at Scout Motors, applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
* Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
* Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
* Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.

Compensation:
*Full-time
*Benefits - Full

Candidate Details:
*7+ to 10 years experience
*Seniority Level - Mid-Senior
*Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree
*Willingness to Travel - Occasionally

Screening Questions:
*Does the candidate have 8+ years with broad-based compensation?
*Is the candidate local to Charlotte, NC
*Does the candidate have experience with system implementations? (Example: JDXpert)
*Does the candidate have a deep understanding of relevant laws and regulations?
*Does the candidate oversee job architecture including job evaluation, leveling, and grade assignments?

Ideal Candidate:

This role is looking for a senior-level, strategic compensation professional who blends deep technical expertise with strong business partnership skills. Specifically, the ideal talent profile includes:

* Strategic Compensation Expert
* Someone with extensive experience designing, evolving, and governing compensation frameworks that align with business strategy, market conditions, and company philosophy.
* Trusted Business Partner
* A professional who can confidently advise senior leaders, HR, and Finance on pay decisions, job leveling, promotions, and workforce planning, translating complex data into clear recommendations.
* Architect of Structure & Career Growth
* A leader skilled in building and managing job architecture, career ladders, and leveling frameworks that support internal mobility, engagement, and organizational clarity.
* Data-Driven Decision Maker
* An analytical thinker who excels at market benchmarking, pay equity analysis, trend monitoring, and creating executive-ready insights and reports.
* Compliance-Focused Leader
* Someone with strong knowledge of compensation-related laws and regulations (e.g., FLSA, pay transparency) who proactively ensures equity, fairness, and regulatory compliance.
* Operationally Strong Project Leader
* A hands-on leader capable of managing complex compensation cycles, audits, system enhancements, vendor relationships, and cross-functional projects from end to end.
* Systems- and Process-Oriented Professional
* Experience partnering with HRIS and IT teams to ensure data accuracy, system integrity, and scalable compensation processes

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