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Senior Manager, Executive Compensation (Hybrid)

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Category Corporate Location Secaucus, New Jersey Job function Human Resources Job family Rewards & Recognition
Shift Day Employee type Regular Full-Time Work mode Hybrid

The Senior Manager, Executive Compensation is a key member of Quest’s Total Rewards team and plays an important role in driving the organization's success by aligning our executive compensation and incentive programs with the Company’s business objectives and long-term strategy.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Executive Compensation, you will also work closely with the VP, Rewards and Workforce Analytics and other members of the Total Rewards team to ensure that the design, implementation, and administration of executive compensation programs are aligned with the company’s strategic objectives and ensure a competitive, fair, and motivating pay structure for executives. This role requires expertise in executive compensation practices, governance, legal and regulatory compliance, as well as scenario modeling. The role works closely with HR leadership, finance, legal and external consultants, and provides critical support to the Compensation & Leadership Development Committee of the Board of Directors.


  • Partner with HR leadership, finance, legal, and other internal stakeholders in the design and execution of Quest’s executive compensation programs
  • Manage job evaluation, market benchmarking and internal equity reviews in support of competitive compensation decisions for executive roles
  • Conduct in-depth analyses and modeling of compensation data, incentive plans, and potential program impacts
  • Maintain Compensation & Leadership Development Committee calendar and coordinate preparation for Committee meetings, including timeline, assisting in preparation of materials, liaising with executive compensation consultant, etc. 
  • In partnership with the legal and finance teams, assist in the preparation of executive compensation-related disclosures for proxy statements, as well as other related SEC filings
  • Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure executive compensation programs comply with relevant regulations, including SEC reporting requirements, tax laws and other applicable legal standards
  • Manage the administration of the Company’s equity program, including overseeing the third-party administrator, to ensure program is managed effectively including timely reporting for financial, tax, and regulatory purposes
  • Monitor and report on equity plan utilization, share pool management and dilution
  • Partner with both internal and external resources to develop and deliver communication materials to improve employee understanding of the Company’s executive compensation programs
  • Manage the administration of Board of Directors’ compensation program
  • Partner with other members of the Rewards team in managing equity award planning for the annual compensation planning processes
  • Lead or support special projects related to executive pay, such as M&A due diligence, executive hire packages, and retention plans

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting or related field is required.
  • A minimum of 5-7 years of compensation experience, with 3-4 years specifically in Executive Compensation.
  • Experience working with executive-level stakeholders and collaborating across multiple functions, including legal, finance, and HR.
  • Public company equity plan administration experience.
  • Proficiency in data modeling, financial analysis, and interpreting complex data sets.
  • Understanding of tax/accounting/legal/regulatory issues related to executive compensation programs.
  • Strong analytical skills and robust financial acumen.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information to a variety of audiences.
  • Detail-oriented, with strong project management skills and the ability to work under tight deadlines

    While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets

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