Compensation Lead - Contractor

Compensation Lead - Contractor

Compensation Lead - Contractor

About Exude Human Capital 

At Exude Human Capital, we go beyond traditional compensation consulting to build sustainable, strategic pay structures that drive business growth and talent success. We partner with small to mid-sized organizations across both nonprofit and for-profit sectors to design equitable, forward-thinking compensation strategies. 

Our approach is not just about benchmarking—we help organizations think differently about compensation, ensuring pay structures align with business goals, workforce needs, and market trends. We’re looking for a Compensation Lead (1099 Contractor) to bring creativity, structure, and strategic insight to our projects. 

Strategic Compensation Design & Job Architecture 

• Develop, refine, and implement pay structures that support organizational growth and evolving talent strategies. 
• Design job architectures that create clarity in career progression, salary structures, and workforce planning. 
• Guide clients through salary banding, job leveling, and compensation frameworks tailored to their unique needs. 

Compensation Strategy & Consulting 

• Advise organizations on pay philosophies, market competitiveness, and internal equity strategies. 
• Develop innovative compensation models beyond traditional benchmarking to help organizations attract, retain, and engage talent. 
• Work across diverse client industries, particularly nonprofits and mission-driven businesses, to build sustainable total rewards programs. 

Client Leadership & Process Execution 

• Walk clients through compensation strategy development and implementation, ensuring clarity and alignment with business priorities. 
• Provide expertise on pay transparency, compliance, and evolving compensation regulations. 
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and leadership teams to connect pay strategy with overall business objectives. 

What we’re looking for:

• 7 years working in a lead role for compensation projects. 
• 3 years working in a consultative capacity around compensation / HR strategies. 
• Strategic mindset—you go beyond market data and help organizations design pay structures that support business goals. 
• Experience designing compensation frameworks, job architecture, and salary bands—not just benchmarking. 
• Expertise working with organizations under 500 employees, across nonprofit and for-profit sectors. 
• A creative, analytical approach to compensation—balancing market trends, equity, and organizational priorities. 
• Strong client engagement skills—able to lead conversations, educate stakeholders, and guide decision-making. 
• Knowledge of compliance, pay equity laws, and compensation best practices. 
• Ability to work on a project basis with flexible hours