Position Title: Executive Compensation Manager (P4)

Company Summary

Crown Castle is the nation’s largest provider of shared communications infrastructure: towers, small cells and fiber. It all works together to meet unprecedented demand—connecting people and communities and transforming the way we do business. Whenever you make a call, track a workout or stream music and videos, we’re the ones providing the communications infrastructure that makes it all possible. From 5G and the internet of things to drones, autonomous vehicles and AR/VR, we enable the technologies that help people stay safe, connected and ready for the future. Crown Castle is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (CCI), is part of the S&P 500 and is one of the largest Real Estate Investment Trusts in the US.

We offer a total benefits package and professional growth development for teammates in any stage of their career. Along with caring for our teammates, we’re an active member in the communities where we live, work and do business. We have a responsibility to give back, which we do through our Connected by Good program. Giving back allows us to improve public spaces where people connect, promote public safety and advance access to education and technology.

Role

The Executive Compensation Manager manages the delivery of core executive compensation initiatives by applying professional judgment, knowledge, and subject matter expertise. The role is responsible for the design and implementation of compensation programs for the top executives, the Board of Directors, and all long-term incentive participants, as well as lead in preparation of materials for the Compensation and Human Capital Committee (CHCC). The role is also responsible for working with the Legal team to supporting regulatory filings and monitoring changes in the regulatory and competitive environment regarding executive compensation.

Responsibilities

• Develop meeting materials for the Compensation & Human Capital Committee, including agendas, analyses, reports, and presentations.
• Serve as a primary point of contact with the Compensation & Human Capital Committee’s executive compensation consultant, coordinating materials and assignments as appropriate.
• Lead the drafting and development of the compensation-related sections of the annual proxy statement, partnering with the legal department.
• Develop materials and deliver presentations to ensure that executive compensation plans are understood and valued by participants.
• Prepare analyses and recommendations related to executive pay (both internal and external offers).
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of executive compensation programs while staying up to date on external developments in executive compensation.
• Partner with the VP of Human Resources and Director of Total Rewards on design and rollout of annual incentive programs (STI and LTI).
• Prepare annual LTI expense budget, payout estimate and stock usage projections.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 7+ years of executive compensation experience.
• Certified Executive Compensation Professional (CECP) preferred.
• Subject matter expertise in executive compensation; including related governance and accounting implications and experience in LTI administration.
• Ability to build trusting relationships, gain credibility, and partner with other groups including the HR, Finance, Tax and Law departments.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local compensation and rewards laws and regulations
• Managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Organizational Relationship

Reports to: Director Total Rewards

Working Conditions: This role falls into our hybrid work model working in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. On Mondays and Fridays, teammates on the hybrid schedule will have the option to work from the office or home. There is an expectation of collaboration with teammates and stakeholders for moments that matter that could require travel.