Job Summary
Rackspace Technology is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Compensation to lead the design, implementation, and administration of compensation programs. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in compensation structures, market benchmarking, and customer success. They will partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to develop competitive compensation strategies aligned with company goals. The role involves conducting market research, overseeing annual compensation planning cycles, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and international regulations, and collaborating with HRIS and technology teams to optimize compensation tools and reporting capabilities. The position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Excel and compensation tools, and experience working in a global technology or fast-paced environment. Rackspace Technology offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, and a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Job Summary:
Rackspace Technology is seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Manager, Broad-Based Compensation to lead the design, implementation, and administration of compensation programs. This role will play a critical part in ensuring our total rewards strategy aligns with business objectives, attracts top talent, and retains high performers. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in compensation structures, market benchmarking, and customer success.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development, execution, and administration of broad-based compensation programs, including salary structures, incentive plans, and pay benchmarking.
- Partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to develop competitive compensation strategies aligned with company goals.
- Conduct market research and competitive benchmarking to ensure Rackspace remains an employer of choice.
- Oversee annual compensation planning cycles, including merit increases, promotions, and budget recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and international compensation regulations.
- Provide expertise in job evaluation, leveling, and salary band development.
- Collaborate with HRIS and technology teams to optimize compensation tools and reporting capabilities.
- Support M&A activities by evaluating and integrating compensation programs as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in compensation, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel and compensation tools (e.g., MarketPay, Workday).
- Deep knowledge of compensation laws and regulations (FLSA, pay transparency, etc.).
- Experience working in a global technology or fast-paced environment preferred.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) certification is a plus.
- Some familiarity in US benefit theory and processes a plus
$128,300 - $188,210 a year
The following information is required by pay transparency legislation in the following states: CA, CO, HI, NY, and WA. This information applies only to individuals working in these states.
• The anticipated starting pay range for Colorado is: $128,300 - $188,210
• The anticipated starting pay range for the states of Hawaii and New York (not including NYC) is: $136,600 - $200,310
• The anticipated starting pay range for California, New York City and Washington is: $149,500 - $219,230
Unless already included in the posted pay range and based on eligibility, the role may include variable compensation in the form of bonus, commissions, or other discretionary payments. These discretionary payments are based on company and/or individual performance and may change at any time. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. Information on
benefits offered is here.
Why Join Rackspace Technology?
- A culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Work with a diverse, global team committed to making an impact.
If you are passionate about building and optimizing compensation programs that drive business success, apply today!
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About Rackspace Technology
We are the multicloud solutions experts. We combine our expertise with the world’s leading technologies — across applications, data and security — to deliver end-to-end solutions. We have a proven record of advising customers based on their business challenges, designing solutions that scale, building and managing those solutions, and optimizing returns into the future. Named a best place to work, year after year according to Fortune, Forbes and Glassdoor, we attract and develop world-class talent. Join us on our mission to embrace technology, empower customers and deliver the future.
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Though we’re all different, Rackers thrive through our connection to a central goal: to be a valued member of a winning team on an inspiring mission. We bring our whole selves to work every day. And we embrace the notion that unique perspectives fuel innovation and enable us to best serve our customers and communities around the globe. We welcome you to apply today and want you to know that we are committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender reassignment or identity or expression, genetic information, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, military or veteran status, nationality, ethnic or national origin, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.