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Atlanta Hawks

Specialist, Compensation

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Design, implement, and administer compensation programs, including base pay, short-term incentive plans, annual compensation planning, and salary structure administration aligned with the companies ...

Holder Construction

Compensation Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Manage the annual merit and bonus planning cycles, including analysis, modeling, and implementation ... Manage compensation systems, market surveys, and benchmarking studies; analyze market data to ...

Spelman College

Compensation Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Completes compensation system related actions, to include updating salary planner, job architecture, job code table, compensation transactions, ERP implementation frameworks, and managing day-to-day ...

Spelman College

Compensation Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Completes compensation system related actions, to include updating salary planner, job architecture, job code table, compensation transactions, ERP implementation frameworks, and managing day-to-day ...

Holder Construction

Compensation Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Manage the annual merit and bonus planning cycles, including analysis, modeling, and implementation ... Manage compensation systems, market surveys, and benchmarking studies; analyze market data to ...

RaceTrac Petroleum, Inc.

Director, Compensation

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$118K - $162K/yr

Lead enterprise compensation cycles, including merit, bonus, incentive, executive compensation, and annual planning processes * Establish compensation standards, guardrails, approval practices, and ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for compensation planner in Atlanta, GA is $66,923.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,900.00 and $77,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Compensation Planner vs Compensation Analyst?

AspectCompensation PlannerCompensation Analyst
CredentialsBachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field; certifications like CCPBachelor's degree in HR, Finance, or related; certifications like CCP or CBP
Work EnvironmentHR departments, corporate offices, consulting firmsHR teams, corporate offices, consulting firms
Employer & IndustryCorporations, government agencies, consulting

While both Compensation Planners and Compensation Analysts work within HR to develop and analyze pay structures, Compensation Planners focus more on designing compensation strategies and plans, whereas Compensation Analysts analyze data to ensure competitive and equitable pay. The roles often overlap, but the Planner emphasizes strategy and planning, while the Analyst emphasizes data analysis and reporting.

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Executive Compensation Analyst

Inspire Brands

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Inspire Brands rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 106 rated fast food restaurants

Job description

The Analyst, Executive Compensation supports the design, analysis, and administration of executive compensation and equity programs. This role partners cross-functionally to support compensation planning processes, maintain data integrity, and develop analyses to inform leadership decision-making. The Analyst also assists in the preparation of materials for senior leadership and Compensation Committee review. Success in this role requires strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the administration and analysis of executive compensation programs, including base salary, annual incentive, long-term incentive, and retention award programs for senior leadership.
  • Assist in the administration of equity compensation and stock programs, including grant processing, vesting, exercises, reporting, and employee support.
  • Prepare market benchmarking, peer analyses, and compensation modeling to support executive compensation recommendations and decision-making.
  • Support the development of financial models and scenario analyses related to executive compensation outcomes, equity usage, dilution, and compensation expense.
  • Support the preparation of materials for senior leadership and Compensation Committee review, including analyses, exhibits, and presentation materials.
  • Maintain accurate executive compensation and equity data, and support audits, reconciliations, and reporting to ensure data integrity and process accuracy.
  • Partner with Legal, Finance, Payroll, HR, and external vendors to support the administration, governance, and compliance of executive compensation and equity programs.
  • Support compensation planning processes for executives, including annual review cycles, incentive payout administration, and long-term incentive grant processes.
  • Assist in documenting and maintaining executive compensation policies, procedures, and controls.
  • Identify and escalate opportunities to improve compensation and stock administration processes, reporting, and systems.
  • Monitor market trends, peer practices, and regulatory developments relevant to executive compensation and equity administration.
  • Support special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Admin, Human Resources, Finance, or related field

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION

  • 1+ years of experience in compensation, analytics, finance or similar role for a large organization

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS or ABILITIES

  • Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.
  • Ability to prioritize deliverables and efficiently collaborate on large multi-stage projects
  • Establishes, fosters, and maintains positive relationships with internal and external partners.
  • Thrives in a collaborative, matrixed work environment.
  • Strong analytical skills and experience in manipulating and reporting data; ability to summarize and communicate complex information for different audiences including executives.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent customer service and oral/written communication skills.
  • Attention to detail in composing and proofing materials, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.
  • Working knowledge of laws and regulations as they apply to executive and equity compensation preferred
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and HRIS systems (Workday preferred).


Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,300 Arby's, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin', Jimmy John's, and SONIC restaurants worldwide. We're made up of some of the world's most iconic restaurant brands, but we're much more than just a restaurant company. We're a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple-it's an experience. At Inspire, that's our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.

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About Inspire Brands

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Inspire Brands Inc., located in Atlanta, GA, United States, operates in the foodservice industry as a multi-brand restaurant company, making it among the biggest restaurant companies globally. Their portfolio includes well-known restaurant brands such as Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Sonic, and Jimmy John's, reflecting their commitment to innovation and quality. Founded in 2018 as a result of a consolidation of various restaurant brands under one corporate umbrella, Inspire Brands was formed with a vision to invigorate excellent brands and supercharge their long-term growth.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Atlanta, GA, US

Year founded

2018

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