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Hoboken, New Jersey, US

Nashville, Tennessee, US

Nashville, Tennessee, US

Nashville, Tennessee, US

Memphis, Tennessee, US

• Leads entire compensation function reporting to the Head of Total Rewards. Devises strategic plans and initiatives around executive compensation, broad-based compensation, short-term incentives, long-term incentives.
• Played an active role in due diligence process for divestiture of ServiceMaster brands from Terminix; assisted with transition of compensation documents and agreements to reflect Terminix name.
• Grew Compensation team from 2 to 5 members to better meet organizational needs and demands; hired Director of Sales Incentive Compensation, Manager of Compensation, and Senior Analyst.
• Initiated automation of year-end compensation processes using Workday; currently transitioning from Excel to streamline operations and consolidate records in a secure system.
• Prepares high-level compensation materials for Compensation Committee meetings including proxies and other compensation-related filings.
• Reviews compensation practices regularly to remain competitive with current trends and best practices; currently developing compensation roadmap and improved philosophy.

Ronkonkoma, NY, US

• Spearheaded development of global compensation strategy and best practices to remain competitive within the industry and current market. Introduced standardized policies, processes, and procedures as well as.
• Launched new long-term incentive plan for select groups and enrolled nearly 1,200 employees globally; partnered with General Counsel and outside attorneys to ensure plan aligned with business standards and best.
• Streamlined equity plan processes, conducted modeling, and structured incentive plan in accordance with executive leadership vision and goals.
• Hosted multiple knowledge sessions to educate employees on stock options and how long-term incentive plan would work; designed decks to present complex concepts in an easily understood manner.
• Interfaced with the Board of Directors regularly during Compensation Committee meetings; compiled data, metrics, and feedback to guide decision making.
• Rolled out improved salary structure and guidelines to drive compensation decisions; conducted benchmarking and calculated costs to adhere to budgetary considerations.

Ronkonkoma, NY, US

• Oversaw annual merit and incentive planning processes for domestic and international locations; engaged in strategic planning to develop a new long-term incentive plan. Prepared materials for Compensation Committee.
• Played an integral role in implementing an Oracle-based HCM system and educating managers and employees about the system and changes to compensation planning processes.
• Served as the face of the business for corporate groups regarding projects related to compensation.
• Guided line leaders and HR Business Partners in decision making for compensation practices, promotional activities, and career development for diverse business groups.
• Partnered with Legal and Finance to complete annual filing process and prepare proxy statement.
• Managed equity plan administration to drive employee engagement and productivity.

Ronkonkoma, NY, US

• Managed global annual merit planning cycle and supported global incentive planning cycle. Served as key point of contact for year-end-related processes to ensure merit and incentive plans aligned with best practices.
• Collaborated with Finance on accrual and budget functions related to merit, incentive compensation, and projected headcount.
• Administered long-term incentive plan and supported multiple business units with compensation-related questions and concerns.
• Engaged in analytical discussions with key stakeholders and senior leadership to provide recommendations for process improvements for compensation.

Ronkonkoma, NY, US

New York, New York, US

New York, NY, US

Executive Master Of Business Administration (Mba)

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Business Administration – Accounting