Saks Global Director, Compensation

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Location
New YorkNew YorkUSA
Employment
Full-Time
Seniority
Director
Department
Human Resources, People & Culture
Industry
Luxury Hospitality & Experiential Travel
Posted
Jul 6, 2026

About Saks Global

Saks Global is a leading multi‑brand luxury retailer operating Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks OFF 5TH and other luxury retail and e‑commerce experiences. The organization leverages extensive customer data, dedicated merchandising and digital capabilities, and strategic brand partnerships to deliver a highly curated luxury shopping experience across physical and digital channels.

Director, Compensation role in New York (remote). Lead compensation strategy, salary structures, and total rewards programs for a luxury organization.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Develop and oversee comprehensive compensation and benefits strategies aligned with organizational objectives and luxury sector benchmarks
  • Manage salary structures, grade bands, and pay equity analyses across global offices and regional markets
  • Partner with human resources leadership to design competitive rewards programs that attract and retain executive and specialist talent
  • Administer performance-based compensation systems, incentive plans, and bonus structures for all employee levels
  • Conduct market compensation analyses and benchmarking studies against peer luxury groups and industry standards
  • Ensure compliance with local labour regulations, tax codes, and employment laws across jurisdictions
  • Lead compensation communications and education initiatives to promote transparency and employee understanding of total rewards packages

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, economics, or related field
  • Advanced certification in compensation and benefits (CCP, CEBS, or equivalent) preferred
  • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in compensation management within luxury, FMCG, or comparable multinational environments
  • Demonstrated expertise in compensation strategy, market analysis, and incentive design
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and employment law across multiple jurisdictions
  • Proficiency in compensation software, HR information systems, and data analytics platforms

Skills

Compensation strategy and design Market analysis and benchmarking Data analytics and statistical modeling HRIS and compensation software platforms Regulatory compliance and labour law Project management Stakeholder communication and presentation Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting tools

Experience

Minimum 10 years of progressive compensation management experience, with at least 5 years in a director-level or equivalent strategic role within multinational luxury, consumer goods, or professional services organizations. Proven track record of designing and implementing enterprise-wide compensation strategies, managing multi-country pay structures, and driving organizational alignment through rewards architecture.

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, economics, or related field; advanced degree (MBA, MHRM) or professional certification (CCP, CEBS) highly valued.

Workplace

The role is situated in New York, New York, USA.

Culture

Saks Global fosters a fast‑paced, customer‑centric culture rooted in luxury merchandising and digital innovation. Teams are collaborative and data‑informed, offering exposure to cross‑functional career paths across retail, distribution and e‑commerce.

About Cerulean

Cerulean is the definitive career portal for the global luxury industry. We match exceptional professionals with exclusive opportunities at the world's most prestigious brands. From haute couture and fine watchmaking to prestige beauty, hospitality, and boutique retail, Cerulean centralises luxury employment to help you find the career for which you were destined.

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