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Compensation Director roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 petition. Because total rewards leadership demands deep specialized expertise, many sponsors pursue EB-2 classification for advanced-degree professionals in this function.
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Amazon's growth is fueled by exceptional leaders, and how we reward them matters. Our Executive Compensation team is at the center of that work, designing strategies that attract, retain, and motivate the senior talent shaping Amazon's future.
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Our Executive Compensation team sits at the intersection of talent, strategy, and business impact. We don't just run numbers. We shape how Amazon attracts, rewards, and retains the leaders building the future.
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We're looking for a Sr. Compensation Consultant who gets energized by ambiguity, brings creative firepower to the table, and wants to own executive comp strategy on a global stage.
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You'll have a seat at the table with Amazon's most senior leaders, influencing decisions that directly impact organizational performance. The scope is global. The problems are complex. You'll operate with real autonomy and ownership in an environment that values invention, speed, and the highest standards. If you want to do the most impactful comp work of your career, this is it.
Key job responsibilities
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Own the strategy end to end. You'll lead executive compensation planning and execution for your supported organizations globally. No hand-holding, no playbook. You build it.
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Be the trusted advisor in the room. Partner directly with VPs, Directors, senior HR leaders, and Executive Recruiting to design compensation strategies that align with Amazon's philosophy while meeting the unique needs of each org.
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Solve problems that don't have obvious answers. Develop creative, data-driven solutions to complex comp challenges, balancing competitiveness, equity, risk, and reward.
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Go deep on the data. Analyze global compensation programs, assess market competitiveness, and model the impact of alternatives so leaders can make informed decisions.
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Build mechanisms that scale. Partner with compensation tech teams to implement tools and automation that drive operational excellence across the function.
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Stay ahead of the curve. Conduct custom market surveys, tap industry contacts, and proactively surface compensation needs before they become problems.
About the team
The Executive Compensation team sits within Amazon's Senior Talent and Transformation (STT) organization. We're a tight-knit group of comp strategists who partner across the business to ensure Amazon's most senior leaders are rewarded in ways that are competitive, equitable, and aligned with long-term business goals. Our work spans every geography Amazon operates in, and no two days look the same. We operate with a high degree of autonomy, move fast, and hold ourselves to the highest standards. If you're looking for a team where your work has direct, visible impact on the business, this is it.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of finance, compensation or consulting experience
- 5+ years of Human Resources, Compensation Management or Consulting experience
- Knowledge of Excel and Peoplesoft
- Knowledge of compensation compliance with state and federal laws
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in executive compensation
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $135,100.00 - $182,700.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Amazon's growth is fueled by exceptional leaders, and how we reward them matters. Our Executive Compensation team is at the center of that work, designing strategies that attract, retain, and motivate the senior talent shaping Amazon's future.
-
Our Executive Compensation team sits at the intersection of talent, strategy, and business impact. We don't just run numbers. We shape how Amazon attracts, rewards, and retains the leaders building the future.
-
We're looking for a Sr. Compensation Consultant who gets energized by ambiguity, brings creative firepower to the table, and wants to own executive comp strategy on a global stage.
-
You'll have a seat at the table with Amazon's most senior leaders, influencing decisions that directly impact organizational performance. The scope is global. The problems are complex. You'll operate with real autonomy and ownership in an environment that values invention, speed, and the highest standards. If you want to do the most impactful comp work of your career, this is it.
Key job responsibilities
-
Own the strategy end to end. You'll lead executive compensation planning and execution for your supported organizations globally. No hand-holding, no playbook. You build it.
-
Be the trusted advisor in the room. Partner directly with VPs, Directors, senior HR leaders, and Executive Recruiting to design compensation strategies that align with Amazon's philosophy while meeting the unique needs of each org.
-
Solve problems that don't have obvious answers. Develop creative, data-driven solutions to complex comp challenges, balancing competitiveness, equity, risk, and reward.
-
Go deep on the data. Analyze global compensation programs, assess market competitiveness, and model the impact of alternatives so leaders can make informed decisions.
-
Build mechanisms that scale. Partner with compensation tech teams to implement tools and automation that drive operational excellence across the function.
-
Stay ahead of the curve. Conduct custom market surveys, tap industry contacts, and proactively surface compensation needs before they become problems.
About the team
The Executive Compensation team sits within Amazon's Senior Talent and Transformation (STT) organization. We're a tight-knit group of comp strategists who partner across the business to ensure Amazon's most senior leaders are rewarded in ways that are competitive, equitable, and aligned with long-term business goals. Our work spans every geography Amazon operates in, and no two days look the same. We operate with a high degree of autonomy, move fast, and hold ourselves to the highest standards. If you're looking for a team where your work has direct, visible impact on the business, this is it.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of finance, compensation or consulting experience
- 5+ years of Human Resources, Compensation Management or Consulting experience
- Knowledge of Excel and Peoplesoft
- Knowledge of compensation compliance with state and federal laws
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in executive compensation
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $135,100.00 - $182,700.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Compensation Director
Translate your credentials into PERM-ready language
PERM job requirements must match your actual qualifications precisely. Document your compensation benchmarking tools, executive pay program ownership, and any advanced degree in HR, business, or finance so your employer's labor certification filing reflects what you genuinely bring.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Compensation Director openings by employers who have filed PERM applications for HR and management roles before. Past PERM activity signals an internal process and legal team already familiar with sponsoring this function.
Prioritize large enterprises over early-stage companies
PERM requires employers to demonstrate financial ability to pay the offered wage from the priority date forward. Publicly traded companies and large multinationals document this more easily than startups, reducing the risk of an I-140 denial on ability-to-pay grounds.
Understand how DOL prevailing wage determines your offer
Before you negotiate salary, run your target title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search. DOL assigns a prevailing wage level to your role, and your offer must meet or exceed it throughout the green card process, which affects how you frame compensation discussions.
Request EB-2 classification if you hold a master's degree
Compensation Directors with a master's in human resources, business administration, or a related field often qualify for EB-2, which shortens the petition timeline relative to EB-3. Confirm the degree requirement appears explicitly in the PERM job description so USCIS classification aligns with DOL certification.
Account for PERM's recruitment window when timing your search
PERM requires your employer to run a mandatory recruitment campaign, typically 30 to 60 days, before filing with DOL. Build that window into your job search timeline so you're not surprised by a six-month gap between offer acceptance and petition submission.
Green Card Compensation Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Compensation Director roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on the employer's stated requirements. EB-2 is available when the position requires a master's degree or equivalent in human resources, business, or a related field. EB-3 covers roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Many employers pursue EB-2 for senior compensation leadership positions because the advanced-degree threshold is easy to document for this function.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Compensation Director?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 85,000 new visas annually and subject to a lottery. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency with no annual lottery. The tradeoff is a longer process: PERM labor certification alone can take six to twelve months, followed by I-140 adjudication and adjustment of status, which adds more time depending on your country of birth.
What makes PERM labor certification complicated for Compensation Director positions?
DOL requires the employer to prove no qualified U.S. worker was available for the exact role described in the labor certification. For Compensation Director roles, overly narrow requirements, such as specifying a particular compensation software platform or a very specific industry background, can trigger an audit. The job description must be genuinely representative of the role without being artificially restrictive.
Where can I find Compensation Director jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for employment-based green card job searches. You can filter Compensation Director openings by employers with PERM and I-140 filing history, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored this visa category. Focusing your search on verified sponsoring employers saves significant time in what is already a long process.
Can my employer start the green card process while I'm working on an H-1B?
Yes. Employers routinely file PERM while you hold H-1B status. Filing the I-140 before your sixth H-1B year also unlocks extensions beyond the standard six-year cap under AC21 portability rules, which is particularly valuable given how long EB-2 and EB-3 processing can take for applicants born in high-demand countries. USCIS has detailed guidance on H-1B extensions tied to pending green card filings.