Senior Manager, Incentive Compensation

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Introduction

Affirm is actively seeking a Senior Manager, specifically for the Incentive Compensation role within their Total Rewards team. Affirm is a forward-thinking fintech company that is on a mission to reinvent credit by providing consumers with the ability to buy now and pay later without hidden fees or compounding interest. This position plays a crucial role in developing and managing incentive compensation programs that align with Affirm’s business strategy and culture.

Role Responsibilities

The successful candidate will take on several key responsibilities, including:

• Leading the design of Affirm’s incentive compensation programs to align with the company’s business priorities, values, and culture.
• Owning and overseeing the annual incentive design process, which includes documentation, governance, and ensuring all components are effectively delivered.
• Collaborating with essential stakeholders in various departments such as Business leadership, Revenue Operations, Finance, Legal, and People, to understand challenges and design solutions for incentive programs.
• Serving as a thought leader in incentive plan design and providing strategies and recommendations to business leaders, focusing on balancing business needs with risk management.
• Managing and streamlining all design elements for the incentive compensation programs.
• Conducting trend analyses, researching best practices, and maintaining awareness of local legal/regulatory requirements that may affect program design and revisions.
• Developing compelling communications and rollout materials for the incentive plans to ensure that stakeholders have a clear understanding of the program's design and mechanics.
• Partnering with Revenue Operations and Finance teams to ensure ongoing plan management and compliance with plan terms across participants.

Qualifications

Candidates interested in this position should possess the following qualifications:

• A minimum of 10+ years of experience, with at least 7+ years focused in Compensation.
• At least 2+ years of experience related to incentive compensation design within a fintech or financial setting.
• Proven experience collaborating with Senior Leadership in various business functions such as Finance, Legal, and People functions.
• A track record of progressive responsibility in identifying, consulting, designing, and implementing innovative, efficient business solutions.
• Deep understanding of current trends and thought leadership in incentive payment design.
• Ability to think both strategically and creatively from conceptualization to execution.
• Strong skills in analytics, including advanced proficiency in Excel, data visualization, planning, organizational skills, and critical thinking.
• A demonstrated high level of business acumen and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information adeptly.

Salary and Benefits

The base pay range for the Senior Manager, Incentive Compensation role varies depending on location within the United States.

• In states such as California, Washington, New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, the annual base pay is $205,000 - $255,000.
• For all other U.S. states, the range is $182,000 - $232,000.
  Affirm is known for its transparent and competitive compensation structure that integrates various factors, including job-related skills and experience.
  As part of the overall compensation package, employees may also receive equity rewards, as well as stipends for health, wellness, and tech expenses. Additionally, the comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Full healthcare coverage, including dental and vision for employees and their dependents.
• Flexible Spending Wallets for diverse spending needs, including technology, food, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Generous time off policies that promote employee wellbeing.
• An Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) allowing employees to purchase Affirm shares at a discounted rate.

Work Environment

As a remote-first company, Affirm offers the flexibility to work from nearly anywhere within the USA, although some roles may require occasional office visits. The company emphasizes the effectiveness of remote work while also offering competitive benefits.
Affirm is committed to creating an inclusive hiring process, offering reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities during recruitment.

Conclusion

The Senior Manager, Incentive Compensation role at Affirm presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to shape incentive compensation strategies within an innovative and rapidly growing fintech company. The responsibilities are multifaceted, emphasizing collaboration, strategic thinking, and strong analytical skills. The attractive salary and benefits further enhance the appeal for potential candidates, making this position a unique chance for those interested in leading compensation strategies in a forward-thinking corporate culture.

This job offer was originally published on remotive.com