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Sr. Compensation Manager, People Team at Thumbtack
Human Resources | Full time
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A home is the biggest investment most people make, and yet, it doesn’t come with a manual. That's why we’re building the only app homeowners need to effortlessly manage their homes — knowing what to do, when to do it, and who to hire. With Thumbtack, millions of people care for what matters most, and pros earn billions of dollars through our platform. And as one of the fastest-growing companies in a $600B+ industry — we must be doing something right.
We are driven by a common goal and the deep satisfaction that comes from knowing our work supports local economies, helps small businesses grow, and brings homeowners peace of mind. We’re seeking people who continually put our purpose first: advocating for pros and customers, embracing change, and choosing teamwork every day.
At Thumbtack, we're creating a new era of home care. If making an impact and the chance to do good inspires you, join us. Imagine what we’ll build together.
Thumbtack by the Numbers
- Available nationwide in every U.S. county
- 85 million projects started on Thumbtack
- 11 million 5-star reviews and counting
- Pros earn billions on our platform
- 1000+ employees
- $3.2 billion valuation (June, 2021)
As the Senior Compensation Manager, reporting directly to the Sr. Director of HR Operations and Compensation, you will provide functional expertise as part of our team of two compensation professionals. You will partner with the Sr. Director to develop Thumbtack’s compensation strategy. You will be directly responsible for key operational processes, leading compensation plan design, including cash and equity, for all levels of the organization and ensuring successful execution of compensation processes, projects, analytics, and reporting. This role will also be responsible for development and preparation of materials for the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors. As an experienced compensation expert, you will collaborate with People and Business leaders across Thumbtack to position our compensation and talent strategies for long-term success.
- Compensation Strategy: Advise and execute on our compensation strategy to drive our talent strategy and meet business needs
- Operational Excellence: Drive operational excellence and program management for recurring compensation team activities (cycles, Compensation Committee meetings, market benchmarking, executive compensation)
- Projects and Analytics: Lead special projects and strategic analyses to adapt to new talent needs and changing environments and ensure we remain competitive and innovative
- Consultative Partnership: Partner and consult with business leaders and HR Partners on compensation programs and challenges to support departmental needs and talent strategies
- Communication and Education: Lead company-wide communications and provide employee and manager education to support compensation programs, processes, and pay transparency
If you don't think you meet all of the criteria below but still are interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box, and we're looking for someone excited to join the team.
- Compensation Expertise: 10+ years experience in compensation, with expertise in general compensation practices and 3+ years expertise in executive compensation and equity compensation
- Analytical Expertise: Strong analytical and technical skills for compensation analysis and modeling, including Gsheets and Excel
- Program and Project Management: Proven ability to manage compensation programs and projects from design through implementation and ongoing management, creating structure, consistency, and documentation
- Partnership Skills: Strong collaboration and influence skills to work effectively with senior stakeholders
- Communication: Excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Public company and/or IPO experience
- Experience with Workday compensation
- Experience in virtual-first engagement and connection
- Experience in tech or fast-paced startup environment
Thumbtack is a virtual-first company, meaning you can live and work from any one of our approved locations across the United States, Canada or the Philippines. Learn more about our virtual-first working model here.
#LI-Remote
- Virtual-first working model coupled with in-person events
- 20 company-wide holidays including a week-long end-of-year company shutdown
- Library (optional use collaboration & connection hub) in San Francisco
- WiFi reimbursements
- Cell phone reimbursements (North America)
- Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
Learn More About Us
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- Meet the pros who inspire us
Thumbtack embraces diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, state, or local law. We also will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law.
Thumbtack is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation for a medical condition or disability during any part of the application process, please contact: recruitingops@thumbtack.com.
If you are a California resident, please review information regarding your rights under California privacy laws contained in Thumbtack’s Privacy policy available at https://www.thumbtack.com/privacy/ .
