Strategic Compensation Business Partner

We Are: At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are: You are a strategic thinker and trusted advisor who thrives in dynamic environments. With a deep passion for compensation programs, you bring a blend of analytical rigor and creative problem-solving to your work. You have a proven track record of partnering with business leaders and HR teams to deliver compensation solutions that are both competitive and aligned with organizational values. Your expertise enables you to navigate complex data, distill actionable insights, and influence change with confidence. You excel at building strong cross-functional relationships and are adept at driving engagement and communication within diverse stakeholder groups. Your commitment to equity, transparency, and continuous improvement sets you apart, and you’re energized by opportunities to innovate and lead multiple projects simultaneously. You are detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive—always anticipating needs and delivering solutions that support business priorities. Adaptable and resilient, you thrive during times of change and transformation, consistently demonstrating initiative and a collaborative spirit. You are motivated by the impact your work has on attracting, retaining, and rewarding top talent, and you are ready to help shape the future of Synopsys through excellence in compensation strategy.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Providing compensation expertise and detailed analysis to corporate functions on all aspects of compensation programs.
• Partnering with People, Legal, and Finance teams to ensure compensation structures align with business priorities.
• Supporting design, change management, and communication efforts associated with compensation programs and practices.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key partners within HR and the business.
• Developing deep business acumen and understanding Synopsys’ roles, programs, and processes to design and implement impactful compensation plans.
• Designing proactive, data-driven recommendations to support retention, recognition, promotions, transfers, job matches, and job leveling.
• Leading and managing multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of initiative.
• Collaborating cross-functionally to support compensation programs across HR and business teams.
• Utilizing SuccessFactors for compensation-related processes.
• Applying advanced technical expertise in Excel, Power Query/BI, and other data analysis tools.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Drive strategic organizational goals through effective and market-competitive incentive design.
• Ensure competitive and equitable salary structures that attract, retain, and motivate top talent.
• Enhance the effectiveness of compensation programs through insightful, data-driven analysis.
• Foster trust and credibility across COEs, Total Rewards, People Partner teams, and business stakeholders.
• Support the redesign of compensation programs to align with organizational objectives and promote sustainability.
• Champion a culture of fairness, transparency, and innovation within Synopsys.

What You’ll Need:

• Experience in benchmarking and compensation program design, including year-end planning, merit/bonus cycles, market data submissions, salary range development, and supporting business planning.
• Advanced technical skills in PowerPoint, Excel, and data analysis functions.
• Strong compensation analysis and modeling capabilities.
• Exceptional analytical, project management, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with SuccessFactors (preferred).
• CCP or other relevant certifications (preferred).

Who You Are:

• Creative problem solver with the ability to break down complex challenges.
• Adaptable and thrives during times of change and ambiguity.
• Strong communicator and collaborator, able to influence and build consensus.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with an eye for accuracy.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to take initiative.

The Team You’ll Be A Part Of: You’ll join a collaborative, high-performing Total Rewards team dedicated to supporting Synopsys’ corporate functions. Our team is passionate about delivering innovative compensation solutions that drive business success and employee engagement. We value diversity, inclusion, and open communication, and we work closely with HR partners and business leaders to design programs that are fair, competitive, and aligned with Synopsys’ values.

Rewards and Benefits: We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.