We are seeking a Sr. Business Operations to operate as a senior leader within Executive Compensation, owning how we translate strategy into an integrated, scalable operating model for executive talent decisions.
This role sits at the center of Executive Compensation and connects it across Executive Recruiting, Executive Talent Management, Broad-Based Compensation, and business leadership - ensuring compensation is not a downstream output, but a core input into how we hire, manage, and retain senior talent.
You will drive the mechanisms, frameworks, and operating rigor that enable high-judgment, high-velocity decisions for our most senior leaders.
Key job responsibilities
Own the Executive Compensation Operating System - Define and run the mechanisms that govern executive compensation decisions (e.g., new hire structuring, annual planning, off-cycle actions, retention strategies). Ensure consistency, scalability, and auditability across all decisions.
Lead Cross-Functional Integration at the Executive Level, drive alignment across stakeholders in a complex matrixed organization.
Translate Strategy into Precision Execution - Convert broad compensation philosophy into high-resolution frameworks that enable differentiated, role-specific decision-making.
Ensure continuity across the executive lifecycle—from offer design through ongoing compensation and retention. Eliminate fragmentation across hiring, planning, and talent management processes.
Own Data, Insights, and Decision Narratives - Synthesize internal equity, external market data, and recruiting signals into clear, decision-ready narratives for senior leadership. Elevate the quality and consistency of executive compensation decisions.
Build Scalable Mechanisms and Tools - Serve as the interface with tech organizations to design and implement tools, workflows, and governance structures that improve speed and decision quality at scale.
Raise the Bar on Operating Rigor - Identify and eliminate friction across processes. Drive continuous improvement in cycle times, stakeholder alignment, and decision quality.
- 5+ years of finance, compensation or consulting experience
- 5+ years of Human Resources, Compensation Management or Consulting experience
- Knowledge of Excel and Peoplesoft
- Knowledge of compensation compliance with state and federal laws
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Experience in balancing conflicting priorities dealing with ambiguity
- Experience in verbal and written communication for executive level leaders
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits
USA, NY, New York - 148,600.00 - 201,000.00 USD annually
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