CORPORATE MANAGER COMPENSATION 3

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: May 15, 2026

Req ID: 47200
Team: N354 BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION & COMPENSATION
Entity: HII Corporate Office

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Meet HII’s Corporate Team
HII’s corporate team is responsible for providing strategic direction across technological and business disciplines, including accounting, finance, human resources, sales, operations, business development, legal, sustainability, communications, information technology, security, and more. In service of our employees, leaders, customers, and shareholders, we have the privilege of supporting thousands of colleagues across the entire business. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

The HII Corporate Manager of Compensation is responsible for the design, administration, and oversight of enterprise-wide compensation and equity programs, ensuring they align with the Company’s organizational goals, market competitiveness, and legal compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Compensation Strategy & Market Analysis

Conduct comprehensive compensation surveys; evaluate and interpret market data; and analyze compensation trends to formulate data-driven recommendations for program adjustments and competitive positioning.
Review and administer enterprise pay structures, encompassing base salary, annual incentives, long-term incentives, deferred compensation, and recognition and reward programs, ensuring legal compliance and internal equity across all elements.
Design and maintain salary structures, job architecture frameworks, and grade/band hierarchies to support organizational scalability and pay equity objectives.

Executive Compensation

Manage and administer long-term incentive (LTI) programs; monitor executive equity ownership levels for compliance with stock ownership guidelines and Section 16 reporting requirements.
Support the development of Compensation Committee meeting materials; support preparation of the annual proxy statement’s Compensation Discussion & Analysis (CD&A) and related executive compensation disclosures in compliance with SEC regulations.
Coordinate annual CEO pay ratio disclosure and pay equity analyses; partner with Legal and Finance on all executive compensation-related SEC filings.
Develop and maintain the executive compensation peer group; conduct annual benchmarking of Named Executive Officer (NEO) compensation against market data to assess competitiveness and inform Committee decisions.
Monitor proxy advisory firm (ISS and Glass Lewis) policies and shareholder perspectives on executive compensation; assess potential impacts on say-on-pay outcomes and advise leadership accordingly.

Governance, Policy & Compliance

Develop, implement, and maintain compensation policies, programs, and governance frameworks. Partner with senior leadership, Finance, and Legal to align total rewards strategies with the Company’s short- and long-term strategic objectives.
Conduct analyses to advise business leaders on pay decisions, policy and guideline interpretation, and job evaluation outcomes. Collaborate with HR Business Partners to structure competitive compensation packages for key hires and internal movements.
Evaluate the effectiveness of existing compensation policies, guidelines, and procedures and recommend revisions if needed. Provide guidance and mentorship to divisional and field compensation staff.
Maintain current knowledge of federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations—including FLSA, ERISA, IRC Section 162(m), and Dodd-Frank requirements—to ensure ongoing corporate compliance. Respond to and manage requests arising from DCAA, OFCCP, and other government agency inquiries and audits.

Reporting & Communication

Prepare and present detailed compensation analyses, reports, and presentations for senior executives, the Board of Directors, and the Compensation Committee in support of governance, decision-making, and regulatory review processes.
Partner with HR Technology and HRIS teams to ensure compensation data integrity, system configuration accuracy, and process automation within compensation management platforms.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience; OR Master,s Degree and 6 years of relevant, progressive experience
Proficiency in equity plan administration and familiarity with equity award types (stock options, RSUs, PSUs, SARs), vesting schedules, and related tax implications.
Exceptional analytical, written, and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to present complex compensation concepts to executive-level audiences and Board members in a clear and concise manner.

Nice to Have

Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) or Human Resources Management
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) and/or Certified Executive Compensation Professional (CECP) designation from WorldatWork
Thorough understanding of the financial and accounting implications of executive rewards programs, as well as a thorough understanding of related legislative and regulatory issues impacting executive rewards programs
In-depth knowledge of global/international compensation

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance.

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