Compensation Manager

DataBank Holdings Ltd. is a leading provider of enterprise-class data center, cloud, and interconnection services, offering customers 100% uptime availability of data, applications, and infrastructure. DataBank's managed data center services are anchored in world-class facilities. Our customized technology solutions are designed to help customers effectively manage risk, improve their technology performance, and allow them to focus on their core business objectives. DataBank is headquartered in the historic former Federal Reserve Bank Building in downtown Dallas, TX.

DataBank is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our work culture at DataBank does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veterans' status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

DataBank's Compensation Manager is a key member of the HR team who ensures that employees receive fair compensation in accordance with all laws and regulations. This position is responsible for creating a competitive pay structure that matches the company's strategic goals.

Some key Compensation Manager job duties include:

Responsibilities:

* Creating and managing a companywide compensation program that establishes pay grades and criteria for raises.

* Provide deep data analytics and insights to inform compensation strategy and decision-making.

* Partner with HR and business leaders to design competitive, scalable compensation solutions that support talent acquisition, retention, and business goals.

* Manage benchmarking projects/job evaluations, and analyze market salary information to assess salary ranges, and programs remain competitive.

* Evaluate and update job architecture, leveling, and salary structures based on business needs and market trends.

* Research market trends to evaluate the competitiveness of salaries.

* Reviewing, evaluating, and revising compensation programs regularly.

* Partner in identifying new compensation/benefit programs.

* Manage merit increase and advise managers about matters related to pay and benefits.

* Aligning compensation programs with recruitment strategies to attract quality candidates.

* Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation laws.

Key Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

* Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills

* Ability to communicate and partner with multiple management levels

* Excellent math and computer skills

* Understanding of budgets and business finances

* Bachelor's degree and relevant certifications

* Professional experience

* Ability to maintain a positive outlook during challenging situations

* Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities

* Executive presence

* Proven, influential leadership skills

* Extraordinary communication skills - both oral and written

Qualifications

* Minimum 5+ years within HR department in Compensation, preferably in a multi-site, national representation

* Prior experience in aligning company culture, values, and internal/external HR support partnering cross-functionally

* Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with high-level Excel skills

* Written and verbal English Language skills

* Needs strong change management, analytical skills, operational partnership skills, teambuilding, relationship orientation, excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative matrixed environment

* Familiar with Colocation or High-tech industry a plus

* CCP certification Preferred