Vice President, Compensation

The Company is a global specialty insurance platform seeking a Vice President, Compensation to lead the design, administration, and evolution of all compensation programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing the organization's global compensation philosophy and strategy, ensuring that programs support business objectives, attract and retain top talent, and comply with regulations across multiple jurisdictions. This role requires a strategic, hands-on leader with a minimum of 10 years' progressive compensation experience, including at least 5 years in enterprise-wide compensation strategy, and a strong background in executive and long-term incentive compensation. The VP, Compensation will also be involved in global compensation management, governance, compliance, and analytics, and must have the ability to influence senior stakeholders and present recommendations to executive leadership. Key responsibilities for the Vice President, Compensation include leading all compensation programs, monitoring market trends, and partnering with business and HR leaders to drive performance and organizational effectiveness. The role demands a leader with a proven track record in managing executive compensation programs, designing and administering long-term incentive plans, and extensive experience with annual incentive programs and bonus calculations. Global compensation experience, particularly in the UK and/or European Union, is essential, as is a strong background in financial modeling and the ability to provide expert guidance on global compensation practices. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with a preference for a Master's degree and a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation, and experience in highly regulated industries such as insurance or financial services.