Compensation Advisor Lead

Why USAA? At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families. Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful. We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs.

As a dedicated Compensation Advisor Lead , you will be responsible for the design, assessment, implementation and/or administration of total compensation programs, practices and policies. Ensures alignment with the total rewards philosophy and HR strategy. Provides guidance and solutions (Executive and/or Non-Executive) covering a wide range of compensation areas including salary structure, base pay administration, short-term and long-term incentive pay administration, and salary guidance. Partners with HR Business Partners regarding administration and management of compensation programs. We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position can be based in one of the following locations: San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Phoenix, AZ, Colorado Springs, CO, Charlotte, NC, or Tampa, FL. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Provides expert knowledge and guidance in the design, assessment, implementation and/or administration of compensation programs, practices and policies (Executive and/or Non Executive). Directs the analysis of organizational trends, market data, and industry practices to identify root causes and address compensation issues. Applies advanced principles, theories and concepts to determine optimal solutions. Advises senior leadership and HR Business Partners on compensation programs, practices and policies (Executive and/or Non-Executive) to ensure market competitiveness, strategic alignment and legal compliance. Consults with HR and business stakeholders. Provides guidance, oversight, and communication on compensation programs, practices and policies as well as the total rewards philosophy and strategy. Monitors the work of less experienced peers and team members and provides feedback and coaching as needed. Serves as a primary resource for escalated issues of an unusual nature. Leads and motivates cross-functional team members in designing business solutions for compensation projects and initiatives with an enterprise-wide impact. Manages the development and implementation of systems and processes which support compensation projects and initiatives. Develops learning resources and conducts training to educate management and employees on compensation-related programs, practices and policies, ensuring compliance with legal standards and strategic alignment. Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures. What you have: Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience. 8 or more years of relevant work experience in compensation discipline, or related experience in HR, Finance, or business sales operations to include general business consulting/analysis experience or business management experience, and developing knowledge of relevant compensation and/or HR laws. Subject-matter-expert knowledge of Microsoft Office products and other software to be used to develop analysis, charts, and/or supporting documentation.

Management: Knowledge of and ability to design, implement and evaluate compensation programs, policies and processes within an organization.

Planning: Knowledge of salary planning tools and methods, job