Reporting to the Head of Global Compensation, the Sr. Compensation Manager will play a critical role in designing, analyzing, and administering Lucid’s compensation programs while being a key partner with the broader HR team and business leaders supporting our Engineering, Strategy & Business Development, Program Management and Supply Chain organizations. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in compensation who can provide data-driven insights and consultative guidance to support business objectives in a high-growth environment.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong execution skills, a consultative mindset, and the ability to drive key compensation initiatives. They will be instrumental in ensuring Lucid’s compensation programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned with the company’s goals.

You Will:

Lead complex compensation analyses and modeling to inform program design, pay decisions, and market competitiveness. Advise HR Business Partners and business leaders on compensation decisions, pay equity, and offer structuring, balancing external market data with internal alignment. Co-Own and manage the company wide annual rewards cycle including but not limited to the preparation, analytics, communication and execution of cyclical compensation planning processes (e.g., merit, promotion, and bonus cycles). Own and manage compensation survey submissions and interpret results to guide competitive benchmarking efforts. Own the evaluation and leveling of new and evolving roles using Radford frameworks or similar methodology. Contribute to the evolution of global compensation structures, including salary ranges, geographic differentials, and bonus plan design. Collaborate across HR (TA, HRBPs, People Operations) to ensure compensation programs are well understood and consistently applied. Provide subject matter expertise on FLSA classifications, job architecture, and wage & hour compliance. Take ownership of compensation-related policies and documentation, contributing to the development and maintenance of governance standards.

You Bring:

10+ years of progressive experience in Compensation or Total Rewards. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business, or related field required; Master’s degree or CCP certification a plus. Demonstrated ability to independently lead and execute compensation projects with minimal guidance. Advanced Excel skills and experience with HRIS and compensation management systems (e.g., SuccessFactors Workday, Radford). Strong consultative skills and the ability to build credibility across functions and levels. Experience with job evaluation methodologies, market pricing, and internal equity analysis. Ability to interpret complex data, generate insights, and present recommendations clearly and effectively.

 

This role is onsite based in our Phoenix, AZ location with flexibility to work 1-2 days remotely. 

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