Under the leadership of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare's Director of Compensation, this role has responsibility for planning, design, implementation & administration of the day-to-day compensation programs for the MLH system. Working collaboratively with leadership, the manager will ensure that the compensation program supports and is aligned with both short and long term business objectives. Ensures that compensation programs continue to be both competitive and cost effective. Provides leadership, coaching, direction and acts as a resource to staff within the compensation area as well as others participating on cross-functional teams.?Applies comprehensive understanding of HR laws, rules, and regulations to complex situations. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Technical Acumen:

• Strong analytical skills with solid working knowledge of math & statistics; ability to develop and implement complex compensation models, prepare cost projections, and exhibits strong compensation benchmarking skills.
• Exercises independent judgment in making decisions and resolving new or unusual problems related to the general and technical aspects of the role. Applies disciplined thinking that is clear, rational, open-minded and informed by evidence.
• Analytical ability to conceptualize well in unstructured, dynamic environments requiring analysis, foresight, intuition and mature judgment. Finds solutions to unusual or unprecedented problems.

Communication/Interpersonal:

• Ability to influence without direct control, even at the senior leadership level.
• High level of skill and proficiency in oral and written communications, presentation development and delivery, and meeting facilitation/coordination.
• Proven ability to independently lead and facilitate teams to desired outcomes.
• Functions effectively and professionally in adversarial situations.
• Strong ability to simplify, explain, and interpret complex issues to internal/external constituencies.

Consultative Management:

• Provides guidance to stakeholders seeking advice in a variety of situations. Seeks common ground to solve problems and gain trust amongst the stakeholders.
• Generates novel ideas to manage programs that support the organizational culture. Provides guidance to effect change.
• Applies analytics to support decision-making and lead change.
• Works independently in establishing goals and priorities, takes initiative, solves problems, and directs the work of others.

Technology:

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, Power Point). Demonstrated use of Excel at an Intermediate or Advanced level.  Knowledge of technology systems supporting HRIS.

Shadow of a Leader:

• Provides leadership, coaching, and mentoring to develop the skills, knowledge, and abilities of the team. Promotes the professional practice of all members of the team.
• Leads or participates on team projects and initiatives. Has a reputation for taking the lead on important initiatives and shepherding them through to completion.
• Demonstrates and promotes the Power of One culture; utilizes concepts in daily work. Coaches and mentors Associates to a better understanding of MLH culture and guiding behaviors.
• Reliable, dependable, confidential, accurate.
• Works additional hours as needed to meet deadlines or complete special projects.
• Committed to providing excellent service for our clients.