Executive Rewards Compensation Analyst

Overview

This role supports executive compensation, equity strategy, and 401(k) plan governance. You will work closely with clients and internal stakeholders to design and implement executive total rewards programs aligned with business strategy and governance requirements, leveraging modern digital and AI tools to improve compensation modeling and reporting workflows.

Responsibilities

• Analyze company and industry financial performance and calibrate pay levels to performance results
• Align rewards with value-creating business strategies
• Translate business strategies and shareholder expectations into performance measurement and goal-setting systems, including annual and long-term incentive program design
• Stay current on regulatory developments and their implications; monitor global market trends
• Research and analyze executive compensation trends, governance, regulatory requirements, and market practices
• Collect and analyze data relevant to executive pay programs, including benchmarking compensation levels and incentive plan design features
• Assist with preparation of materials for Compensation Committee meetings
• Support knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the executive rewards practice
• Own and execute end-to-end project plans for key equity cycles, including annual equity awards, executive benchmarking, and board committee deliverables
• Model executive pay structures, long-term incentive pools, share burn rates, and dilution scenarios to guide strategic decision-making
• Drive 401(k) governance through strategic scenario modeling, match efficiency evaluations, and automated regulatory compliance workflows
• Partner with leadership across HR, Legal, and Finance to translate complex financial data into clear narratives
• Use AI tools and advanced analytics to optimize compensation modeling and automate reporting workflows

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field
• 5 to 7 years of progressive compensation experience spanning broad-based design, executive compensation, equity strategy, and 401(k) governance
• Experience working in finance, accounting, or consulting
• Proven experience creating data models and presentation materials for Compensation Committee and Board of Directors meetings
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage cross-functional projects on tight deadlines
• Advanced Excel modeling skills, with practical experience applying AI tools and automation to streamline analytical workflows
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to develop new skills and apply critical thinking to solve problems
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and communicate effectively
• Flexibility to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing client needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation
• Hands-on experience with Workday and Fidelity platforms
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Compensation & Benefits

• Hiring Range: $115,600.00–$158,900.00 (salary)
• Bonus Eligible?: Yes
• Commission Eligible?: No
• Benefits: Comprehensive core benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Time off plans, and retirement plans. Many businesses also offer tax savings plans for health, dependent care, and commuter expenses, as well as Paid Parental Leave and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Additional note: The organization reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

Location

• Westminster, CO, Remote-CO, Remote-MN, Alpharetta, GA, or Lake Oswego, OR

Travel Requirement

• 0%

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law.

Application Information

• Application Deadline: accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.