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Manage Global Incentive Compensation Programs and Strategy for Ford Motor Company

We are seeking a C&B leader for our Global Incentive Programs Compensation team with the right expertise and leadership to help with our ongoing transformation.

The scope of the position ranges from Global Incentive Plan strategy and design to managing all aspects of plan administration, including technology and vendor management.  The position will lead cross-functional/global projects associated with incentive plan design and administration and has lead for incentive plan content to support Compensation Committee/Board of Director meetings.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The role manages a team of 3 and is responsible for the following areas:

• Incentive compensation strategy
• Environmental scans/ market intelligence
• Benchmarking, research, modeling, analysis
• Global LTI and STI plan design and policies
• Global LTI and STI plan administration
• Plan documents
• Terms & conditions, grant agreements
• Share usage (LTI)
• Tax withholding strategy and compliance
• Issue resolution, escalation and exceptions
• Data analytics
• Beneficiary payments
• Compensation Committee/Board of Director support:  Lead for incentive plan materials (stock allocation, incentive plan status, committee affirmations, incentive plan risk assessment, bonus and stock program performance metrics & scale approvals, etc.)
• Form and lead cross-functional teams for global projects
• Vendor management, including budgeting, contracts, POs, payments and service level agreements for Morgan Stanley, Deloitte and Willis Towers Watson
• Member of Morgan Stanley Client Advisory Board
• Manage technology/ business applications (SAWs, Morgan Stanley, GAIN, CPO LL1 plan, etc.
• Manage unique incentive program arrangements for certain employee populations
• Manage HR portal (Life@Ford) incentive program content and resources
• Support regulatory filings, including annual proxy statement, calculation of CEO pay ratio disclosure, Form 4, 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K
• Support company financial reporting related to incentive plans
• Provide consultation to HRBO on incentive comp
• Provide consultation on bonus and stock plans to subsidiaries and JVs
• Manage Internal Control processes and approvals for incentive plans

QUALIFICATIONS

• Some compensation experience in a technology Company is preferred
• At least 2 years experience as a People Leader (will manage a team of 3 in this role)
• Ability to form effective collaborative working relationships with your direct reports, peers, other HR colleagues, organizational leaders, and other skill teams (e.g., Corporate Communications, IT, Finance etc.) 
• Demonstration of strong business acumen, ability to use data analytics to formulate insights, and a growth mindset eager and willing to learn
• A demonstrated track record of delivering excellence and continuous improvement
• Demonstrated project management, change management, and facilitation skills 
• Strong communication and presentation skills (written and verbal) 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; willingness to adjust course based on data and/or feedback
• Ability to plan and think independently 
• Self-starter with ability to multi-task and work on multiple/complex projects at the same time
• Bachelor’s degree required

What you’ll receive in return:

As part of the Ford family, you’ll enjoy excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous PTO, retirement, savings and stock investment plans, incentive compensation and much more. You’ll also experience exciting opportunities for professional and personal growth and recognition.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

For information on Ford's salary and benefits, please visit: 
2022 New Hire Benefits Summary

At Ford, the health and safety of our employees is our top priority.  Vaccination has been proven to play a critical role in combatting COVID-19.  As a result, Ford has made the decision to require U.S. salaried employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless employees require an accommodation for religious or medical reasons.  Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen.  As a condition of employment, newly hired employees will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or an approved medical or religious exemption.