Vice President / Director, Executive Compensation, Total Rewards

Introduction

We are seeking an experienced Executive Compensation Professional to drive the strategic design and development of executive compensation programs at our portfolio companies.

The role requires a deep understanding of compensation frameworks and market trends, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders, including C-suite executives and board members.

The incumbent will be part of a team which believes that executive compensation design can, indirectly, enhance the investment returns from Temasek’s portfolio companies.

The incumbent will be engaged in several high-involvement compensation plan designs and will also be required to provide guidance to portfolio companies on executive compensation matters.

This extends to portfolio companies in all markets, across industries and in different stages of their life cycles (Series A to Mature).

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to investment teams and portfolio companies on executive compensation.
• Develop and implement executive compensation strategies, including short- and long-term incentive plans (including equity programs) for portfolio companies.
• Evaluate executive compensation design proposals developed by portfolio companies.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership, including portfolio company executives and investment team executives, to understand business goals and ensure that their executive compensation strategies are aligned with these goals.
• Reflect industry and market-specific nuances in the designs and evaluations.
• Analyze market data to advise on executive pay structures and best practices.
• Monitor trends and developments across industries and markets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Human Resources, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in executive compensation.
• The role is at the cusp of HR and Finance. It requires:
• Strong domain knowledge of Executive Compensation.
• Understanding the basics of Corporate Finance and the basics of analyzing the financials of companies.
• Strong analytical, written communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence and advise at the senior level.
• Strong background in navigating complex stakeholder dynamics.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with C-suite executives, boards, and portfolio companies.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and scenario analysis related to compensation programs.