Compensation Strategy Manager

Westgate Resorts is the largest privately held timeshare company in the world, with 60+ resorts in top destinations like Orlando, Las Vegas, Gatlinburg, Park City, and Myrtle Beach. Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Companies to Work For, we’re committed to creating a supportive, rewarding workplace where our 9,000 Team Members can grow and thrive. Since 1982, we’ve delivered unforgettable vacations through exceptional service, innovation, and community engagement. With the recent addition of VI Resorts by Westgate, our footprint now includes the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, Canada, and Mexico. Join us and be part of a team that values passion, integrity, and excellence, where your work helps create memories that last a lifetime.

The Compensation Strategy Manager is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and governance of compensation programs that support organizational goals while ensuring market competitiveness, internal equity, and legal compliance. This on‑site role in Ocoee, Florida partners closely with HR leadership, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and business leaders to deliver scalable, data‑driven compensation strategies.

In this role, you will lead compensation benchmarking, salary structure design, job architecture, incentive planning, and FLSA classification analysis. You will serve as a subject‑matter expert on compensation strategy, advising leadership on pay decisions and helping ensure compensation programs are fair, compliant, and aligned with business needs.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Design and manage compensation programs including base pay, incentives, bonuses, and commission plans
• Develop and maintain salary structures, pay grades, job families, and market‑aligned pay bands
• Conduct compensation benchmarking and market pricing using industry survey data
• Perform job analysis, job evaluations, and FLSA exemption determinations
• Ensure compliance with federal and state compensation laws, including FLSA and Equal Pay Act
• Partner with HR and business leaders on career pathing, succession planning, and organizational design
• Support Talent Acquisition with offer development and competitive hiring strategies
• Analyze compensation data to assess pay equity, cost impact, and workforce trends
• Maintain and govern job descriptions and job architecture frameworks
• Prepare compensation reports and present insights to leadership
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise management on compliance implications
• Lead special compensation projects as assigned

To excel in this role, you must embody our core values of integrity, passion, and a strong work ethic. These values are essential to our success, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment.

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience in compensation strategy, analysis, or total rewards
• Proven experience designing salary structures and compensation models
• Strong background in compensation data analysis and cost modeling

Preferred Experience

• Experience with ADP Vantage, ADP Workforce Manager, or similar HRIS platforms
• Experience using compensation survey tools (e.g., PayFactors)

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, or related field (preferred)
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) strongly preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of compensation principles, job architecture, and pay equity
• Strong understanding of FLSA and compensation‑related compliance requirements
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, regression analysis)
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑consulting skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment

Why Westgate?  

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low-Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.