Senior Compensation Analyst

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If that sounds exciting—and the job description below feels like a fit—we really should start talking.

As part of the Global Total Rewards team the Senior Compensation Analyst will be responsible for supporting the requirements around gathering, analysis and delivery of our compensation programs, globally. You will work closely with our HR and business partner teams to identify and address compensation issues. This includes Compensation related assessments, recommendations, and support

What You’ll Take On

• Manages the compensation administration, plan documentation and implementation of the various compensation programs including the annual merit, bonus and equity.

• Conduct annual compensation benchmarking, manage 3rd party survey engagement, and provide compensation competitive analysis from the market data.

• Provides metrics, data for monthly and quarterly HR dashboards, and analysis for all compensation & some HR programs.

• Leads projects and system implementations, to include areas related to incentive programs, salary administration, competitive assessment of market trends and equity analysis.

• Partners with Finance to ensure close collaboration on Better UP’s long-term incentive programs.

• Consults with HRBPs and business stakeholders in making compensation related recommendations for promotions, transfers, job matches, and job leveling.

• Partner with HR Business Partners to educate managers and employees on compensation programs.

• Offer compensation support and analysis of merger and acquisition activity.

• Aligns jobs and reviews requests for new or revised classifications to determine appropriate salary grade assignment based on job descriptions

• Leads recommendations for the development of company salary structure, FLSA exemptions, job revisions and organizational structures

• Assist with development of policies and procedures to support that administration of the compensation programs.  compensation administration needs and is updated to reflect changes to salary structures

• Analyzes existing and proposed statutory requirements governing compensation administration and recommends appropriate courses of action.

• Work closely with HRIS System Administrator to ensure Workday meets the compensation administration needs as well as reporting needs of the organization while integrating with other compensation systems

• Conduct annual compensation benchmarking and ad-hoc as needed, manage 3rd party survey engagement, and provide compensation competitive analysis from the market data

• Consults with HRBPs and business stakeholders in making compensation related recommendations for promotions, transfers, job matches, and job leveling.

• Partner with HR Business Partners to educate managers and employees on compensation programs including the preparation and delivery of  presentations on compensation matters and topics.

• Support the design and delivery of business specific compensation programs in line with business needs, culture, and values. Assist with STI and LTI plan design.

• Recommend and enhance current programs, policies, and processes for both short-term and longer-term business needs and goals. Model potential impact of design changes

• Collaborate on special projects.

What You Bring

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in global broad-based compensation, including design, implementation, and administration, with a preference for sales compensation.

• Working knowledge of the Workday HRIS preferred.

• Advance analytical skills and tools required to analyze data, create models, reports, dashboards and presentations

• Ability to work in high-growth, fast-paced, and mission-driven environments.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain and present technical topics to all levels of employees

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to organize, set priorities, be self-motivated, and learn independently.

• Ability to complete multiple projects within established deadlines and work well under pressure.

• Ability to successfully work in a team environment.

• Ability to manage and maintain confidential information

• Understanding of accounting regulations related to equity compensation is a plus

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, Finance or other relevant field.

Benefits: 

At BetterUp, we are committed to living out our mission every day and that starts with providing benefits that allow our employees to care for themselves, support their families, and give back to their community. 

• Access to BetterUp coaching; one for you and one for a friend or family member 

• A competitive compensation plan with opportunity for advancement

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Flexible paid time off

• Per year: 

  • All federal/statutory holidays observed

  • 4 BetterUp Inner Workdays (https://www.betterup.co/inner-work)

  • 5 Volunteer Days to give back

  • Learning and Development stipend

  • Company wide Summer & Winter breaks

• Year-round charitable contribution of your choice on behalf of BetterUp

• 401(k) self contribution

We are dedicated to building diverse teams that fuel an authentic workplace and sense of belonging for each and every employee. We know applying for a job can be intimidating, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we encourage everyone interested in joining us to apply.

BetterUp Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, BetterUp Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

At BetterUp, we compensate our employees fairly for their work. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education/training, residence location, as well as market indicators. The range below is representative of base salary only and does not include equity, sales bonus plans (when applicable) and benefits. This range may be modified in the future.

The base salary range for this role is $133,000– $228,000.

If you live in New York, the base salary range for this role is: 
$152,000 – $228,000: New York City
$133,000 – $199,000: Albany, Buffalo, Nassau, Newburgh, Rochester, Syracuse

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