Senior Compensation Manager Jobs in Washington
Senior Compensation Manager jobs in Washington are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, aerospace, healthcare, and financial services, with openings at every level from compensation analyst through senior director. Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond anchor the largest share of hiring, where employers like Microsoft, Amazon, and Boeing maintain sizable total rewards teams with ongoing needs for senior compensation expertise. The most in-demand specialties in Washington right now are executive compensation, equity and long-term incentive plan design, and sales compensation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Senior Compensation Consultant - Remote
The Senior Compensation Consultant is instrumental in the development and ongoing administration, design, analysis and implementation of various Providence St. Joseph Health compensation programs, including pay for performance, salary structure design and modeling, complex costing scenarios and incentive plans. Performs research, analysis and evaluation of current and proposed compensation plans. Ensures pay structures are competitive, equitable and cost effective. Conducts job analysis, market analysis, pay and classification reviews. Develops compensation recommendations and costing. Interprets regulatory guidelines and collective bargaining agreements for compensation related items. Assists in the development of internal policies/standards for compensation related programs. Conducts data collection and analysis for special projects.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Human Resources and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:
- 5 or more years Compensation experience including data collection and analysis, working knowledge of compensation systems, wage & hour laws and exempt classifications.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Social Science or related field.
Upon hire: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation
Healthcare experience.
Union environment experience.
Salary Range by Location:
California: Humboldt: Min: $50.32, Max: $79.45
California: All Northern California - Except Humboldt: Min: $56.46, Max: $89.13
California: All Southern California - Except Bakersfield: Min: $50.32, Max: $79.45
California: Bakersfield: Min: $48.27, Max: $76.22
Oregon: Non-Portland Service Area: Min: $45.00, Max: $71.05
Oregon: Portland Service Area: Min: $48.27, Max: $76.22
Washington: Western: Min: $50.32, Max: $79.45
Washington: Southwest - Olympia, Centralia & Below: Min: $48.27, Max: $76.22
Washington: Eastern: Min: $42.96, Max: $67.82
Washington: Southeastern: Min: $45.00, Max: $71.05
Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Requsition ID: 449763
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Compensation
Job Function: Human Resources
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Multiple shifts available
Career Track: Business Professional
Department: 4002 SS HR COMP ADMIN
Address: WA Renton 1801 Lind Ave SW
Work Location: Providence Valley Office Park-Renton
Workplace Type: Remote
Pay Range: $See Posting - $See Posting
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior compensation manager jobs across Washington.
- CCP (Certified Compensation Professional) designation preferred or required by most Washington employers
- Seven or more years of progressive compensation experience including program design and job architecture
- Deep expertise in equity compensation, long-term incentive plans, or executive pay programs
- Proficiency with compensation management platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or MarketPay
- Experience partnering with HR business partners, finance, and senior leadership on compensation strategy
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, finance, or a related field required
Senior Compensation Manager Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior compensation manager in Washington?
Most senior compensation managers in Washington follow a path that begins with a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or finance, followed by several years in analyst or manager-level compensation roles. Washington does not require a state-issued license for this role. The most recognized credential in Washington hiring is the Certified Compensation Professional designation offered through WorldatWork, which consistently appears in listings from major employers across the Seattle metro and beyond.
How much do senior compensation managers make in Washington?
Senior compensation managers in Washington earn a median of about $199,190 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $116,830 for the lowest 10% to over $301,180 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire senior compensation managers in Washington?
Employers hiring senior compensation managers in Washington right now include Amazon, Providence, and Gallagher, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's concentration of large technology and aerospace headquarters means many of these roles involve complex equity programs and global compensation structures.
Which Washington cities have the most senior compensation manager jobs?
Seattle, Bellevue, and Washington State have the most senior compensation manager openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue drive the bulk of demand through their dense cluster of technology and financial services headquarters, while Redmond reflects the scale of Microsoft's total rewards function and the broader ecosystem of mid-size tech firms that have grown up around it.
Are there remote senior compensation manager jobs in Washington?
Yes, and more than most fields. Compensation management is desk-based and highly analytical, making it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 71% of senior compensation manager openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly technology-sector employers in this state have adopted flexible work policies. Program design, benchmarking, and modeling work transfers most easily to fully remote formats.
How can I get hired as a senior compensation manager in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a compensation analyst role, which Washington's large technology and healthcare employers hire for regularly. Companies like Amazon, Providence Health, and mid-size Bellevue tech firms often bring in HR generalists or finance analysts who then move into compensation. Pursuing the WorldatWork CCP coursework early signals seriousness to hiring managers. Building hands-on experience with job architecture or salary survey participation in any HR adjacent role strengthens a transition into a dedicated compensation track.
Where can I find and apply to senior compensation manager jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to senior compensation manager jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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