Executive Compensation Consultant

Requisition Number: 71977

The company built on breakthroughs. ​ 
Join us.​ 

Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​ 

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​ 

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​  

​Come break through with us. 

The global Human Resource (HR) Function provides an integrated talent management system that delivers a workforce that is Corning's competitive differentiator in the global marketplace.

HR provides service offerings that align solutions to business challenges by ensuring the programs are Effective, Efficient, Global, Scaleable, and Repeatable. Corning’s Values are operationalized by the HR Function through the facilitation of Talent Management offerings, as well as programs and processes that aid in making Corning’s Values visible.

Role Purpose

Corning is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to oversee and enhance our equity and executive compensation programs. This role is pivotal in driving strategic alignment between compensation practices and Corning’s business goals, ensuring compliance, competitiveness, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management:

• Lead the administration and strategic oversight of equity compensation programs, including shareholder approval, shares tracking, and compliance reporting.
• Partner with vendors to ensure smooth program execution, negotiate contracts, and maintain strong working relationships.

Compliance and Governance:

• Ensure equity programs comply with Sarbanes-Oxley, SEC regulations, and country-specific laws across global markets.
• Serve as the primary contact for audits and governance processes, preparing accurate documentation and ensuring program integrity.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with HR leadership, HRBPs, finance, and legal teams to align equity programs with overall business strategies.
• Develop and deliver engaging communications to educate employees about equity offerings.

Compensation team support, Market Research and Analytics:

• Provide support to the broader compensation team and executive resources team regarding offers, retention proposals and communications
• Provide compensation and executive compensation program support beyond equity programs as needed
• Conduct internal and external benchmarking studies
• Analyze industry trends to ensure Corning’s equity (or other, as needed) programs remain competitive.
• Leverage data analytics to evaluate program effectiveness and generate actionable insights for executive decision-making.

Data Steward and Executive Support

• Serve as the data steward for all executive positions globally.
• Serve as the first level support for executives with questions regarding data, program, onboarding and offboarding and other areas as needed.
• Responsible for director compensation program administration and communications.
• Lead executive compensation processes and year-end activities, such as FICA releases, Settlement Statements, Executive Booklet support, executive PIP, Share Ownership monitoring, and other areas as needed.
• Serve as the primary liaison with payroll and corporate control regarding executive payments

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in equity compensation or related areas.
• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of equity administration platforms (e.g., Shareworks, UBS and Workday).

Experiences/Education - Desired

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $87,443.00 - $120,235.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

A job that shapes a life. 

Corning offers you the total package. 

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] .