Adobe
Director, Compensation Business Partnering
Join Adobe as the Director, Compensation Business Partnering. This is a strategic leadership role focused on enabling business success through thoughtful compensation design, governance, and execution. You will lead other compensation partners and partner closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and Senior Leaders to ensure our compensation programs are equitable, competitive, and aligned with Adobe’s evolving business needs.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary compensation advisor for Sales and Engineering HRBPs and business leaders, demonstrating excellence in business partnering and leadership.
Align compensation strategies with Adobe’s performance philosophy and talent priorities.
Shape long-term strategy by anticipating market shifts and influencing compensation design accordingly.
Design and implement compensation programs tailored to Sales and Engineering, including base pay, incentive plans, and equity.
Partner with other Centers of Expertise to drive cross-functional initiatives such as job architecture modernization and pay transparency compliance.
Provide data-driven insights and modeling to support compensation decisions.
Monitor market trends and internal benchmarks to inform program evolution and competitiveness.
People Leadership: Encourage and mentor teams, set accountable goals, and model Adobe’s values in all communications.
Drive the completion of central initiatives to enhance compensation programs across various locations and departments.
Develop a culture that nurtures learning, feedback, and inclusivity. Champion diverse viewpoints and ongoing improvement.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in human resources, Finance, Economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
12+ years of progressive experience in global compensation, including business partnering roles.
Executive level Partner experience, partnering directly with senior leaders.
Profound knowledge of Sales and Engineering compensation frameworks, including bonus and commission setups.
Experience with job architecture, market pricing, and equity strategy.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in compensation tools (e.g., Workday).
Ability to remain flexible and agile in a dynamic environment and handle ambiguity.
Proven ability to nurture partnerships and connections at every organizational level, with strong leadership and persuasion capabilities.
Strong analytical abilities to dissect complex issues into manageable components.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks; capable of solving problems when necessary.
Outstanding verbal communication and presentation skills.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $162,200 – $297,700 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP). In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.
State-Specific Notices:
California: Fair Chance Ordinances – Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
Colorado: Application Window Notice – If this role is open to hiring in Colorado, the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies.
Massachusetts: Massachusetts Legal Notice – It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment. Penalties may apply for violations.
Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more. If you require accommodation during the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call (408) 536-3015.
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Responsibilities
Serve as the primary compensation advisor for Sales and Engineering HRBPs and business leaders, demonstrating excellence in business partnering and leadership.
Align compensation strategies with Adobe’s performance philosophy and talent priorities.
Shape long-term strategy by anticipating market shifts and influencing compensation design accordingly.
Design and implement compensation programs tailored to Sales and Engineering, including base pay, incentive plans, and equity.
Partner with other Centers of Expertise to drive cross-functional initiatives such as job architecture modernization and pay transparency compliance.
Provide data-driven insights and modeling to support compensation decisions.
Monitor market trends and internal benchmarks to inform program evolution and competitiveness.
People Leadership: Encourage and mentor teams, set accountable goals, and model Adobe’s values in all communications.
Drive the completion of central initiatives to enhance compensation programs across various locations and departments.
Develop a culture that nurtures learning, feedback, and inclusivity. Champion diverse viewpoints and ongoing improvement.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in human resources, Finance, Economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
12+ years of progressive experience in global compensation, including business partnering roles.
Executive level Partner experience, partnering directly with senior leaders.
Profound knowledge of Sales and Engineering compensation frameworks, including bonus and commission setups.
Experience with job architecture, market pricing, and equity strategy.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in compensation tools (e.g., Workday).
Ability to remain flexible and agile in a dynamic environment and handle ambiguity.
Proven ability to nurture partnerships and connections at every organizational level, with strong leadership and persuasion capabilities.
Strong analytical abilities to dissect complex issues into manageable components.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks; capable of solving problems when necessary.
Outstanding verbal communication and presentation skills.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $162,200 – $297,700 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP). In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.
State-Specific Notices:
California: Fair Chance Ordinances – Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
Colorado: Application Window Notice – If this role is open to hiring in Colorado, the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies.
Massachusetts: Massachusetts Legal Notice – It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment. Penalties may apply for violations.
Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more. If you require accommodation during the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call (408) 536-3015.
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