Sr Director, Executive Compensation

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Information Technology

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SR DIRECTOR, EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION

Redwood City, CA 

Job Description

Sr Director of Executive Compensation

We thrive on outrageous thinking. It’s the fuel that inspires the best games in the world. We’re a community of artists, storytellers, technologists and innovators working in one of the most dynamic industries around.

Our creative work environment rewards new and different ideas. It’s an environment that attracts brilliant talent from around the globe. No matter which of our studio locations you join, you’ll feel the energy and support of our global brand, while thriving on our world-class campuses. The excitement you feel throughout each workday is made possible by a culture that inspires you to do the best work of your career.

For years, we've been building a company where amazing minds thrive. We take risks and we dream big. And together, we are changing the way millions play every day!

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Reporting to the VP of Global Compensation, Benefits and Mobility, the Sr Director of Executive Compensation will partner directly with our CEO, EA Executive Team and Chief Talent Officer to lead and deliver our executive compensation programs and prepare proposals for Compensation Committee and Board approval.

The successful candidate will have a proven career in Compensation and a clear passion for Executive Compensation. This role is ideal for an individual accustomed to working in a rapidly-changing, high growth environment with strengths in providing guidance and expertise to Executives and other business partners, while being fully capable of making tough decisions and acting on them as appropriate. Direct experience working in the high technology software or entertainment industry is desirable.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead moderate to complex projects covering key areas of executive compensation and drive their delivery on time and in budget in a fast paced environment

Assist with the preparation and coordination of materials for Compensation Committee Meetings, including competitive data and plan design alternatives and implications

 Develop strategic partnerships with Finance, HR and Legal to understand their strategies and executive compensation objectives and ensure executive compensation programs are fully understood

Monitor current or upcoming regulations for Proxy and peer executive compensation trends

Monitor, track and report on legislation, regulations and media articles pertaining to compensation.

Provide directional compensation philosophy leadership for the team and support decision-making by providing compensation alternatives and/or recommendations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Proven Executive Compensation experience

Experience in a public company in a similar role.

Global experience, multiple countries, regions

Large, public company exposure, comfortable and experienced with complexity.

Significant compensation and benefits plan technical experience, as well as tax and regulatory knowledge in varied countries.

Knowledgeable on legislation impacting pay programs. Maintains awareness of economic and pay practice trends within industry.

Solid foundation in compensation theories and practices. Knowledge in SOX and regulatory compliance.

Highly skilled at analyzing, formatting and presenting compensation data in a clear and concise manner.

Interpersonal skills that support effective communication across groups and at the Executive level

Education/Professional Accreditations:

B.A., MBA, or B.S. from an accredited institution, preferably in Business or Economics.

CANDIDATE DETAILS

5+ to 7 years experience

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

IDEAL CANDIDATE

High energy, confident and well spoken. Previous experience as a consultant is preferred, in house experience with a publicly traded mid-size company a must. Experience interacting with top executives and board a must. Tech company experience in the Silicon Valley a must.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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