Senior Director of Compensation at Squarespace

We are seeking a Senior Director of Compensation to lead the strategy design execution and ongoing management of our global compensation programs. This role requires a strong analytical foundation depth in compensation modeling and the ability to advise senior leaders on complex decisions. This leader will serve as a strategic thought partner to the Chief People Officer CFO and other executives driving compensation philosophy design tradeoffs and change management. This role will guide the evolution and implementation of scalable compensation programs that support business priorities and long term workforce planning while ensuring readiness for future events including a potential return to public markets.An ideal candidate will bring experience navigating public-company compensation requirements private equity environments and transitions between them; deep familiarity with executive compensation; and comfort preparing materials and modeling for Compensation Committees. They will be on the forefront of leveraging AI tools to improve compensation analytics as well as comp processes for the People team managers and employees. Experience in high-growth and global environments will be key to success.This is a hybrid role working from our NYC office. You will report to the Chief People Officer.Youll Get ToLead the strategy and design for global compensation programs including job architecture base pay short-term incentives and equity programsProvide strategic recommendations to executives on pay positioning retention strategies and compensation policyDevelop sophisticated financial and compensation models scenario planning and cost simulations to support data informed compensation decisions and workforce planningOversee the execution and ongoing management of compensation programs ensuring operational excellence in day-to-day execution annual cycles and equity administrationBuild lead and develop a team of three compensation professionals fostering a culture of accountability curiosity and continuous growth through coaching mentoring and career developmentPartner with key leaders across the business to align compensation strategies with broader business and talent objectives globally and to create and communicate a comp program that is a compelling part of the employee value propositionConduct market benchmarking using compensation surveys and internal equity analysisPrepare Compensation Committee materials ensuring clarity rigor and alignment with governance requirementsEnsure compliance with global pay regulations and support evolving pay transparency initiativesWho Were Looking For12 years experience in compensation strategy design and management for complex global organizationsProven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing compensation teamsStrong fluency in data analysis tools and ability to translate complex analyses into clear executive-ready insightsExperience implementing AI-driven tools to improve compensation workflows and outcomesCreative problem solver who can translate business goals into actionable compensation strategiesExceptional communication with the ability to influence at all levelsExperience with compensation survey providers (e.g. Radford Mercer WTW) and job leveling methodologies and frameworksExperience outside of compensation in financial analysis management consulting or data science a plusBenefits & PerksA choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums including medical dental and visionSupplemental Life and Disability Insurance plansFertility and adoption benefitsHeadspace mindfulness app subscriptionGlobal Employee Assistance ProgramRetirement benefits with employer matchFlexible paid time off12 weeks paid parental leave and family care leavePretax commuter benefitEducation reimbursementEmployee donation match to community organizations8 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)Dog-friendly workplaceFree lunch and snacksPrivate rooftopHack week twice per yearCash Compensation Range: $225500 - $330000 USDThe base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills experience and location among other factors.In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and where applicable for eligible roles may include overtime pay) Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive structure in addition to base salary.About SquarespaceSquarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence build an audience monetize and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites domains ecommerce and marketing tools as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1500 is headquartered in bustling New York City with offices in Dublin Ireland Aveiro Portugal and coworking spaces in the UK Netherlands and Australia. For more information about our company culture visit CommitmentToday more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customers but we also work toward the same in our employees. At Squarespace we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ethnicity ancestry religion national origin gender sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age citizenship marital or parental status disability veteran status or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.#LI-HybridThank you in advance for providing the following details about your work history from your resume! This helps us ensure that your candidate information is accurate and consistent during the hiring process.Squarespace will never solicit your personal banking information or ask you to transfer money in connection with a job offer or interview. We also will not reach out to you via phone or SMS without your permission or knowledge.Required Experience:Exec Key Skills Crisis Management,Marketing,Public Relations,Fundraising,Media Relations,Constant Contact,Strategic Planning,Social Media Management,Team Management,Public Speaking,Wordpress,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 225500 - 330000