Compensation Lead Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the compensation lead position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for data related to new and existing compensation programs (cash and equity) and data submitted to the Compensation Committee.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience with Market Survey tools, Pay Factors, Market Pay, Kenexa
• Previous consulting experience in implementing Workday at a global client with complex requirements
• CCP and/or PHR/SPHR certification preferred
• Prior experience with Xactly or other sales compensation software (Callidus, OIC, Varicent) is strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge and experience with sales compensation plan design and strong financial and business acumen
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively on a team
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) HR database platform software (SAP)
• Proven knowledge of UK and Nordics reward environment

I am excited to be applying for the position of compensation lead. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for company compensation data for various compensation surveys and analyze compensation survey data results to resolve competitiveness of company’s compensation program.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Percentage of time spent traveling for work inside and outside the US during a normal work week
• Intermediate to advanced user of MS Excel and MS Access
• Experience leading a team (direct or indirectly)
• Knowledge of ERISA, DOL regulations, 5500 filings, and relevant IRS sections
• Experience leading a team and mentoring others
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations and legislation related to employee compensation
• In-depth compensation knowledge of most common/recurring needs and issues
• Experience with compensation programs in a union environment

I am excited to be applying for the position of compensation lead. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for compensation analysis, data collection, and reporting, performs analysis on effectiveness and competitiveness of existing compensation programs and models potential impact of design of new programs, develops compensation models and reports used to analyze activity and to support recommendations to management.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Perfect knowledge of English language
• Expertise in Compensation
• Interpersonal savvy & strong Networking
• Solution creation & Decision making
• MBA in Human Resources from Tier - 1 B-School
• Significant sales compensation experience
• Global experience in compensation and benefits
• Speak to specific examples of addressing compensation and benefit issues and suggesting process improvements

In response to your job posting for compensation lead, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for data and analysis that supports the annual board of director’s review of senior leadership compensation and approval of compensation programs.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Proficient in UltiPro, Workday, or similar in-house HRIS, in addition to Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Assignee Payroll and Tax Equalization
• Expert knowledge and skills with Microsoft Office
• Highly capable to work independently in a global dynamic environment
• Proven customer and stakeholder orientation, time management skills
• Advanced understanding of internal business processes and policies, preferably in compensation, data collection, reporting
• Solid knowledge and experience developing, implementing and applying compensation concepts, practices, procedures and regulations
• Proficiency in using HRIS systems, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

In response to your job posting for compensation lead, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for subject matter expertise relative to compensation systems processes, data automation, and reporting to non-technical HR partners.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience supporting projects of moderate to high complexity, including identifying, maintaining, and/or adjusting the scope and/or resources, and overseeing the formal planning, tracking, and reporting of project performance
• Experience performing statistical analysis to provide solutions to problems
• Knowledge of and experience with utilizing database management tools
• Knowledge of and experience with developing presentations using PowerPoint
• Experience with results delivery, analyzing information, making strategic decisions/recommendations, and guiding others’ decision making by identifying the anticipated benefits, consequences, and impacts of alternatives
• Knowledge of change management and communication principles
• IPASS or similar qualification desirable
• Strong knowledge and understanding of payroll taxes