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Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
About the Position
Compensation Operations Manager
- Location: Boston, MA | Remote - US
- Department: Human Resources
- Employment Type: Full Time
About DraftKings
At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.
The Crown Is Yours
As a Compensation Operations Manager, you’ll lead the execution and optimization of key compensation programs supporting a growing global workforce. In this role, you’ll drive operational excellence across compensation cycles, governance, reporting, and systems optimization while improving scalability, automation, and the manager and employee experience. Reporting to the Director, Compensation, you’ll play a critical role in building scalable compensation infrastructure that supports a fast-moving, high-growth global organization.
Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of compensation programs, including annual merit and equity cycles, midyear adjustments, step progression programs, incentive and bonus cycles, and cross-functional coordination related to equity administration processes across a global workforce.
- Develop and manage project plans, governance processes, stakeholder communications, and operational documentation to ensure accurate, scalable, and timely program delivery.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, enhance reporting, and streamline compensation processes through automation and operational optimization.
- Own compensation controls and audit readiness processes, including SOX-related documentation, data validation, compliance, and governance across multi-state and international operations.
- Develop scalable manager guidance, operational resources, and process documentation that improve manager effectiveness and support consistent compensation decision-making.
- Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, Payroll, Human Resources, People Technology, and People Analytics teams to support compensation reporting, approvals, pay equity insights, and program effectiveness.
- Serve as a functional lead for Workday Compensation and compensation planning processes while leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to improve workflows, automation, reporting capabilities, and the overall employee experience.
- Contribute to the ongoing evolution of compensation operations, governance frameworks, and scalable program delivery models.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in Compensation, Compensation Operations, Total Rewards Operations, or related Human Resources Operations functions.
- Experience managing compensation programs and cycles within a complex, fast-paced organization.
- Strong project management, process improvement, and operational optimization skills with a focus on scalability, governance, and execution.
- Deep understanding of compensation operations, controls, compliance, and governance; SOX experience strongly preferred.
- Advanced analytical and data management skills with strong attention to detail, including experience with Excel, reporting tools, and data visualization platforms.
- Experience working with Workday, compensation planning tools, Human Resources systems integrations, and emerging technologies that improve operational efficiency and reporting.
We Offer
- Base Salary: USD 131,200.00 - 164,000.00 (annual)
- Bonus, Equity, and Benefits: As applicable
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical plans, dental, and vision
- Wellbeing Program: Access to free therapy sessions, Calm App, Virtual Yoga Classes, and more
- Parental Leave & Support: 14 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and workplace lactation support
- Family Planning: Support for adoption, surrogacy, fertility treatments, and more
- Flexible PTO: For employees in the United States
- Pet Insurance: Help save on vet expenses
- Gym Reimbursement: Part of your gym membership costs reimbursed
- Financial Planning: 401(k) matching and financial planning programs
- Commuter Benefits: Help lower costs on your daily commute
- Tuition Reimbursement: For educational courses related to your position
About the Company
We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.
DraftKings is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of your gender identity, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.
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