OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

This role offers you the opportunity to make an impact at both the tactical and strategic levels at one of the largest full-service data center providers in the world. We are looking for a creative, forward thinking, and progressive Manager, Compensation & Equity to join our Total Rewards team. You will play a key role in the team, managing all aspects of compensation and equity administration.

THE REQUIREMENTS

We are looking for a smart, highly analytical, self-starter. To meet the basic qualifications for this role you will have:

• A verifiable bachelor's degree. An MBA or other advanced degree is preferred.
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.
• 3 to 5 years of employee-pay experience including job evaluation, market pricing, base pay structure design, and incentive plan design.
• 1 to 2 years’ experience at the manager level.
• Exceptional analytic skills -- the ability to analyze, synthesize and draw conclusions from the data is key.
• The ability to function effectively at a senior level as well as willingness to make hands-on contributions; experience in small to mid-size companies could be helpful.
• Expert proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

Just as important as your experience and skills will be the following characteristics and competencies:

• High energy, drive and ambition.
• A high degree of attention to detail.
• A results orientation and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong influencing and communication skills.
• A proven ability to work well in a team environment and the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, and to influence as appropriate.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Director, Compensation & Equity, you will join a Total Rewards team that includes HRIS, Benefits, and Payroll. You'll have individual goals and objectives, of course, but we also take a cross-functional, team-oriented approach.

The role will include:

• Assisting the Director, Compensation & Equity with compensation policy and program design, executive compensation and special projects.
• Overseeing the global administration of Digital Realty’s global equity programs.
• Providing support by evaluating global compensation programs for competitiveness, effectiveness and compliance.
• Providing guidance and direction on job grading, short and long-term incentive plan administration, salary planning and local salary structure development.

More specifically, you will:

• Support annual compensation processes, such as merit review, promotions, bonus, and equity grants from design through execution, including detailed project planning and partnership with HR Business Partners and other stakeholders
• Conduct salary surveys, analyze survey results, and recommend rate adjustments as a result of market/geographic analysis to maintain or improve compensation program objectives
• Provide benchmarking and competitive insight to HR partners and line business leaders by monitoring competitive trends in compensation and identifying the organization's position compared to other employers
• Participate in the development of communication materials and deliver training for HR, line managers and employees as required
• Assist the Director, Compensation & Equity with executive compensation and special studies, including data preparation for annual proxy, long-term incentive grants process, and annual incentive payouts
• Responsible for the day-to-day activities in administering the global equity program including all aspects of record keeping, reporting, compliance, and reconciliation
• Lead efforts with Payroll, Accounting, HR, Legal, brokers and transfer agents to ensure the integrity of the stock administration system meets company needs and expected outcomes
• Create, maintain, update procedure documents for global practices in accordance with industry best practices and standards
• Contribute to the design, implementation and administration of annual incentive and other variable pay programs aligned to business strategy

Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

DIGITAL REALTY: WHERE THE CLOUD LIVES AND BUSINESS THRIVES

We built the global standard for technical real estate, developing a unique capability to acquire, manage, and scale data center campuses. Now, Digital Realty is building a unique ecosystem of open solutions that power customer growth through exceptional service on a foundation of unrivaled data center expertise. The new Digital Realty combines unparalleled data center services, carrier-dense interconnection, real estate acumen, and financial strength to create unique power of choice and value when and where our customers need it.

OUR MISSION

To provide our customers with the trusted foundation for the digital world.

OUR VISION

To build a network of connected campuses and internet gateways that become the heart of the internet and cloud, powering growth and prosperity for customers, employees and shareholders.

OUR VALUES

Guide our decisions and actions every day—above all else, we value customers, excellence, talent, teamwork and success.

ABOUT DIGITAL REALTY

Digital Realty Trust, Inc. supports the data center and colocation strategies of more than 2,000 firms across its secure, network-rich portfolio of data centers located throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Digital Realty's clients include companies of all sizes, ranging from financial services, cloud and information technology services, to manufacturing, energy, gaming, life sciences and consumer products.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Digital Realty Trust is committed to employing a diverse workforce. We value and actively seek to recruit, develop and retain people with backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that reflect the full diversity of our society.

Digital Realty is a publicly traded company (NYSE: DLR) with investment grade ratings from all three major ratings agencies.

Digital Realty offers a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions.

Digital Realty is an equal opportunity employer, EOE/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Please do not forward unsolicited resumes to any employee of Digital Realty and its subsidiaries. Digital Realty is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited referrals.

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