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　　As Director, People Services Compensation, you play a crucial role in shaping QTS’ compensation philosophy to ensure competitiveness and alignment with QTS’ strategic objectives, culture, and values. This position requires a blend of strategic thinking, analytical expertise, leadership capabilities, and effective communication skills to drive the success of compensation programs in support of the overall talent management strategy of the organization.

　　In this role, you are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization's compensation and sales commissions programs including developing strategies to attract, engage, and retain top talent through competitive and equitable compensation practices while ensuring compliance with legal regulations and internal policies.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES, other duties may be assigned

　　Compensation Strategy Development:

　　Execute on a comprehensive compensation strategy aimed to attract, engage, and retain high-performing and high-potential talent - aligned with QTS’ goals, culture and values

　　Oversee all aspects of the compensation program, including salary structures, bonus plans, equity awards, and other incentives

　　Conduct regular market research and analysis to benchmark compensation industry standards to ensure competitiveness

　　Develop innovative and effective compensation plans that attract, retain and engage top talent

　　Monitor the effectiveness of existing compensation practices and recommend changes that are cost-effective and consistent with compensation trends and company objectives

　　Design creative solutions for compensation-related rewards programs and incentive plans

　　Owner operator of the Workday HCM compensation and advanced compensation module including workflows, configuration, and reporting

　　Advance pay transparency and compensation statement global strategy in collaboration with senior leadership

　　Design and Execution:

　　Manage the annual compensation process, including budget proposals, base pay, bonus, and equity. Propose guidelines and prepare projections for budget forecasting in collaboration with leadership and finance

　　Design and implement various compensation programs, including salary structures, incentives, bonuses, and multiple types of non-executive equity plans

　　Lead annual compensation survey participation, benchmarking, and market data analysis

　　Collaborate with People Services and Finance to ensure effective implementation.

　　Develop and implement global approach for global job requisitions

　　Continually advance company benchmarking approach with a focus on market competitiveness

　　Maintain all data components of employee compensation talent structure in HCM

　　Enhance data validation and data quality framework for compensation modules in conjunction with IT

　　Leads the implementation and administration of compensation programs and system impacts

　　Support the executive compensation process

　　Oversee administration of sales commission plans, personnel details, quotas, commission rates, organization structure, crediting rules, calculation formulas, and monthly reporting of payments to payroll and leadership

　　Performance Evaluation and Analysis:

　　Ensure compensation strategy and philosophy is linked to individual and team performance, ensuring consistent application supporting our pay-for-performance culture

　　Analyze compensation data and metrics regularly to ensure fairness, competitiveness, and cost-effectiveness

　　Progress data visualization and storytelling of compensation philosophy and data

　　Compliance and Legal:

　　Remain current with US local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to compensation

　　Ensure all compensation practices comply with global legal requirements and internal policies

　　Oversee audit controls relating to compensation

　　Stakeholder Collaboration and Communication:

　　Collaborate with people leaders at all levels and other stakeholders to align compensation strategies with business goals

　　Develop and present executive-level presentations and reporting relating to compensation analysis and market trending

　　Communicate effectively with employees regarding compensation philosophies, changes, and program details

　　Strong interpersonal skills with a consultative, curious mindset to translate business requirements into solutions

　　Expert relationship building skills with key stakeholders at all levels

　　Provide training and consultation for people leaders and HRBPs on compensation philosophy and programs

　　Team Leadership and Development:

　　Lead and manage a team of compensation and sales commissions professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, coaching, and support

　　Develop succession planning and backup capability approach for compensation team

　　Identify and monitor team learning and development plans

　　Provide ongoing performance feedback and development of team

　　Foster a culture of continuous learning and development aligned with QTS culture

　　BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

　　Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration or related field. Equivalent professional experience considered in lieu of a degree.

　　Ten or more years of corporate compensation design and strategy development experience for a distributed global organization

　　Five or more years of Workday compensation expertise including advanced compensation

　　Five or more years of people leadership experience

　　Proficiency in creating elegant, efficient, and effective compensation and financial models, budgets, and reports

　　Expert proficiency in MS Excel including pivot tables, complex formulas, lookup functions, etc. or comparable data visualization tools

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Sales commissions experience, preferably with Forma.AI or other sales commission modeling tool including MS Excel

　　Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation desirable

　　Three or more years of commission-based incentive program oversight

　　Understanding or oversight of EU pay regulations or oversight of third-party vendor

　　KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

　　Consultative problem solver who thrives in analyzing complex business challenges then translating into innovative organizational solutions

　　Thrives working in high-growth, performance-focused environments while administering complex programs

　　Exhibits a strong executive presence supporting effective and influential communication skills

　　Ability to manage confidential information discreetly

　　Ability to take initiative, work flexibly, and set priorities with minimal direct supervision

　　Strong analytical skills, disciplined attention to detail, highly organized and thorough

　　Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines

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　　TOTAL REWARDS

　　This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

　　This position is Bonus eligible.

　　This job may be eligible for equity.

　　We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.

　　The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here:

　　Know Your Rights (English) (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf)

　　Know Your Rights (Spanish)

　　The pay transparency policy is available here:

　　Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)

　　QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

　　QTS Data Centers was built around the Core Values of Integrity, Character, and Trust. We prioritize family, faith and community involvement while leading with strong, honorable, and principled behavior. We started this journey in 2003 when our CEO, Chad Williams, purchased his first data center in Overland Park, KS. Humble beginnings that have led to 35+ data centers and growing. Recently privatized in a $10 billion transaction with Blackstone, one of the most notable real estate investments companies in the world, QTS is positioned to execute on a global expansion initiative and we are looking for the best and brightest to join our team.

　　At QTS, we’re fearlessly leading the way by redefining what it means to be a data center provider. QTS is entrusted with providing world-class data center solutions to enterprises, government agencies as well as the largest and fastest growing technology companies in the world. We deliver a fully-integrated platform from top to bottom – one enabled by technology and world-class infrastructure. Simply put, we’re innovating to stay ahead of the curve.

　　We are powered by people.

　　And we’d like to invite you to join us.

　　In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees:

　　Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting

　　Every employee is bonus or commission eligible

　　Generous PTO Accrual plus additional Paid Volunteer Days

　　Paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked

　　Pet and Legal Insurance

　　Q-Rest Sabbatical Program

　　Q-Anniversary Service Award Program

　　Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers

　　Military Benefits Package

　　QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program

　　QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents

　　QTS Crisis Fund

　　Wellness Program

　　Tuition Reimbursement Program