Director of Compensation, Benefits & Global Mobility

About the role

The International Rescue Committee seeks a senior leader to direct its global compensation, benefits and mobility programs. Reporting to the Chief People and Culture Officer, the Director will shape strategy, ensure equity, and support the organization’s humanitarian mission worldwide.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and align compensation, benefits and global mobility philosophy with IRC’s mission and business objectives.
• Lead annual salary planning, benefits design, job architecture, and global mobility policy implementation across all locations.
• Oversee administration of compensation and benefits programs, ensuring accurate data in Workday and other HR systems.
• Mentor and manage a team of three senior professionals, fostering performance and professional growth.

Required profile

• 15+ years of progressive HR compensation & benefits experience, with at least 10 years leading global teams.
• Proven ability to partner with senior leadership, finance, legal and IT in a fast‑paced, multinational environment.
• Strong analytical, project‑management and communication skills.

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of international compensation, benefits and global mobility practices.
• Experience with US compensation design, regulatory compliance and market benchmarking.
• Proficiency with global HRIS platforms, specifically Workday.