Global Compensation and Benefits Manager

CDW
Chicago, IL

At CDW we make it happen together. Trust connection and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. Its why were coworkers not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where were headed. Were proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.

Job Summary
We are a global technology company designing programs that work everywhereand adapt where they must. The Global Total Rewards Manager will play a key role in researching recommending and implementing compensation and benefits programs for specific countries around the world operating within the companys established global Total Rewards frameworks while ensuring alignment with local market and statutory requirements. This is a senior individual contributor role with global reach and significant executive visibility.

What youll do

  • Compensation Program Design & Implementation Research recommend and implement country-level compensation programs that align within the companys global compensation philosophy and frameworks. Ensure internal equity and external competitiveness while accounting for local practices and compliance requirements.
  • Job Architecture & Leveling Partner with HR and business leaders to evaluate roles align job levels and maintain consistency within the global job architecture.
  • Market Pricing & Benchmarking Lead market analyses using survey data; interpret global and local market trends to guide pay recommendations.
  • Localization & Compliance Adapt global compensation programs to meet statutory cultural and market-specific needs.
  • Benefits Program Design & Implementation Benchmark and recommend benefits programs for specific countries working within the global benefits framework to balance global alignment with local relevance.
  • Vendor & Cost Analysis Research and recommend benefit vendors and partners; perform cost modeling and impact analysis to inform country-level program decisions.
  • Program Rollout Translate recommendations into action by developing rollout plans coordinating with HR and business leaders to communicate and implement changes and tracking outcomes for continuous improvement.
  • Governance & Compliance Ensure all compensation and benefits programs meet applicable local employment laws and reporting obligations.
  • Advisory & Partnership Serve as a trusted partner to regional HR and business leaders on Total Rewards topics; collaborate closely with Finance Legal and HR Operations.
  • Adaptability - You thrive in the space between structure and flexibilityusing global frameworks as a foundation not a fence. You bring analytical depth curiosity about local markets and a practical approach to making global rewards work everywhere we operate.

What we expect of you

  • Bachelors degree and 5 years of progressive experience in global compensation and benefits ideally within a multinational organization and/or a consulting firm OR 9 years of progressive experience in global compensation and benefits ideally within a multinational organization and/or a consulting firm
  • Deep understanding of job evaluation global leveling frameworks and market pricing methodology.
  • Experience managing or advising on benefit programs across multiple countries.
  • Proven ability to execute program rolloutsfrom planning and stakeholder alignment through communication and post-launch evaluation.
  • Strong analytical data interpretation and financial modeling skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to balance global consistency with local relevance.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.
  • Bachelors degree in HR Finance or related field; advanced degree or CCP/CBP/CEBS preferred.

Pay range: $ 122000 - $ 170000 depending on experience and skill set
Annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan
Benefits overview: ranges may be subject to geographic differentials

We make technology work so people can do great things.

CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business government education and healthcare customers in the United States the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together we unite. Together we win. Together we thrive.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.

CDW is committed to fostering an equitable transparent and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process CDWs goal is to get to know you as an applicant and understand your experience strengths skills and qualifications. While AI can help you present yourself more clearly and effectively the essence of your application should be authentically yours. To learn more please review CDWs AI Applicant Notice .

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Manager

Posted 2025-11-22

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