Compensation Director Jobs in Georgia

Compensation Director jobs in Georgia are in steady demand, with the strongest concentration in corporate headquarters, healthcare systems, and financial services across Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah. Large employers with a lasting presence in Georgia, including Delta Air Lines, Emory Healthcare, and Aflac, regularly hire compensation directors to oversee executive pay, equity programs, and total rewards strategy from entry-level analyst progressions through senior director roles. The most sought-after specialties in Georgia are executive compensation, broad-based pay program design, and incentive compensation for large workforces. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerGeorgia Tech
Top cityAtlanta, GA
Cities hiring4
Work type50% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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ABA Clinical Director (BCBA) - Good Compensation and Culture
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ABA Clinical Director (BCBA) - Good Compensation and Culture
Ability Builders Consulting Co.
Stockbridge, Georgia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$80k - $115k/yr
Master's degree in psychology

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Associate Director-Classification & Compensation
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Associate Director-Classification & Compensation
Georgia Tech
Atlanta, Georgia
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$125k - $150k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business administration
5,001-10,000

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Sr Director-Compensation & Classification
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Sr Director-Compensation & Classification
Georgia Tech
Atlanta, Georgia
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Bachelor's degree in finance
5,001-10,000

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Director, Compensation
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Director, Compensation
Deluxe Corporation
Atlanta, Georgia
Business Strategy
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Strategy & Corporate Development
$150k - $200k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
5,001-10,000

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Associate Director, Compensation
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Associate Director, Compensation
Trimont
Atlanta, Georgia
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
201-500

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Compensation Director Jobs by City in Georgia

Where Georgia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Atlanta
5 jobs
East Point
1 job
Gainesville
1 job
Stockbridge
1 job

Compensation Director Job Market in Georgia

A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Georgia Tech2 open roles
Trimont1 open role
Albertsons1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Georgia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in compensation director jobs across Georgia.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required
  • CCP designation from WorldatWork strongly preferred by most Georgia employers
  • Seven or more years of progressive compensation experience in a corporate environment
  • Demonstrated experience with executive compensation, equity plans, or incentive design
  • Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle HCM
  • Experience conducting job evaluations and market pricing using published salary surveys

Compensation Director Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a compensation director in Georgia?

Most compensation directors in Georgia reach the role after building several years in HR or finance, typically starting as a compensation analyst or HR business partner. Georgia does not require a state-issued license for this role, but the Certified Compensation Professional credential from WorldatWork is widely recognized by Georgia employers as the professional standard. A bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or finance is the typical entry point, and a master's degree or MBA strengthens candidacy for senior roles at large Georgia corporations and hospital systems.

Which companies hire compensation directors in Georgia?

Employers hiring compensation directors in Georgia right now include Georgia Tech, Trimont, and Albertsons, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Georgia's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and large regional health systems means demand for this role stays relatively consistent throughout the year.

Which Georgia cities have the most compensation director jobs?

Atlanta, East Point, and Gainesville have the most compensation director openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because of the density of corporate headquarters, major health systems, and financial services firms based there, while Augusta and Savannah generate openings through large regional employers in healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing that maintain dedicated total rewards functions.

Are there remote compensation director jobs in Georgia?

Yes, and more than most fields. Compensation director work is largely analytical and advisory, making it well suited to remote or hybrid arrangements. About 50% of compensation director openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have accepted flexible arrangements for this function. The parts of the role most likely to be fully remote are market pricing, pay equity analysis, and program design work.

How can I get hired as a compensation director in Georgia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a compensation analyst or HR coordinator role at a large Georgia employer, where structured rotational HR programs at organizations like Emory Healthcare, Delta Air Lines, or Georgia-Pacific give candidates exposure to total rewards early in their careers. Moving laterally from payroll, finance analysis, or HR generalist roles is also common. Earning the WorldatWork Certified Compensation Professional credential signals commitment to the specialty and gives candidates without deep experience a concrete edge in Georgia hiring.

Where can I find and apply to compensation director jobs in Georgia?

You can find and apply to compensation director jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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