Sabre is a technology company that powers the global travel industry. By leveraging next-generation technology, we create global technology solutions that take on the biggest opportunities and solve the most complex challenges in travel.
Positioned at the center of the travel, we shape the future by offering innovative advancements that pave the way for a more connected and seamless ecosystem as we power mobile apps, online travel sites, airline and hotel reservation networks, travel agent terminals, and scores of other solutions.
Simply put, we connect people with moments that matter.
Sabre is seeking a Principal Compensation Analyst to join our Global Total Rewards team. The team provides global support on compensation and benefits related matters to various organizations within Sabre. This role will have a significant impact to the engagement and well-being of Sabre's team members. Success in the role will be determined by the ability to distill external reference points along with internal data to identify, communicate and help data-driven recommendations that will drive efficiency and performance.
Responsibilities:
Lead the Total Rewards "Center of Excellence" (COE) and will partner with Global and Regional HR leaders and business leaders to implement and drive standard processes and procedures regarding Executive Compensation and Equity programs.
Supervise and oversee the design, implementation, and administration of the company's equity programs and ensure that the company follows all compensation laws and regulations.
Oversee the comprehensive proxy analysis to benchmark executive compensation and inform program design.
Lead the preparation of the annual proxy statement and other executive compensation disclosures.
Partner with the legal and finance departments to ensure compliance with regulations and reporting requirements.
Manage the administration of executive compensation programs, including salary, bonus, and long-term incentives.
Oversee the administration of equity plans, including stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), and other equity-based awards.
Collaborate with finance, legal, and tax departments to ensure cost and tax efficiency of compensation programs.
Conduct market analysis to benchmark executive compensation and equity offerings against industry standards.
Prepare materials for Compensation Committee meetings and provide support for executive compensation disclosures in proxy statements.
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of compensation data for internal analysis and external disclosure.
Advise senior executives and HR partners on compensation matters, including policy interpretation and program design.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of executive compensation trends, best practices, and regulatory changes.
Preferred Qualifications and Education Requirements
Must Have Skills:
Minimum of 8 years of executive compensation and equity administration experience, with at least 10 years of total Human Resources experience
Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Human Resources, or other relevant discipline knowledge of HR best practices and compliance
Relevant certifications such as Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Certified Equity Professional (CEP) are advantageous.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with all levels of management and staff.
Strong project management experience with knowledge of full project life cycle, including business process design, documentation, execution, and change management.
Demonstrated experience building strong client relationships.
Desired Skills:
In-depth knowledge of executive compensation and equity administration.
Experience with compensation benchmarking and market analysis.
Familiarity with tax and accounting implications of compensation programs.
Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail and accuracy.
Sabre Offers The Following Outstanding Benefits
Very competitive compensation
Generous Paid Time Off (25 PTO days)
4 days (one day/quarter) Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
5 days off annually for Year-End Break
We offer a comprehensive medical, dental and Wellness Program
12 weeks paid parental leave
An infrastructure that allows flexible working arrangements
Formal and informal reward, recognition and acknowledgement programs
Lots of fun and engaging employee development events
Reasonable Accommodation
Sabre is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Applicants applying for a Sabre position with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact Sabre at recruiting@careers.sabre.com.
Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Affirmative Action
Sabre is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals. EEO IS THE LAW