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... performance, and ensure scalable processes delivering consistent, compliant pay practices. MAJOR ... Lead the design, governance, administration, and continuous improvement of broad-based compensation ...

... performance, and ensure scalable processes delivering consistent, compliant pay practices. MAJOR ... Lead the design, governance, administration, and continuous improvement of broad-based compensation ...

Compensation & Benefits Analyst

Stamford, CT · On-site

$74K - $92K/yr

Collaborate with benefits vendors and brokers to evaluate plan performance, renewals, and market ... Basic understanding of stock-based compensation, preferred. * Basic understanding of sales ...

Grants of Plan-Based Awards * Outstanding Equity Awards * Pay Versus Performance (PVP) * Support the development of the Compensation Discussion & Analysis (CD&A) section of the annual proxy statement ...

Grants of Plan-Based Awards * Outstanding Equity Awards * Pay Versus Performance (PVP) * Support the development of the Compensation Discussion & Analysis (CD&A) section of the annual proxy statement ...

Predictable, performance-based compensation * Biweekly payouts Who You Are: * Reliable and self-motivated * Strong communicator * Able to follow program compliance * Comfortable working in busy ...

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What is a performance based compensation?

A Performance Based Compensation job involves structuring employee pay based on their performance, productivity, or achieving specific goals. Instead of receiving a fixed salary, employees earn bonuses, commissions, or incentives tied to their results. This model is common in sales, finance, and executive roles, where compensation aligns with company success. Employers use this approach to motivate employees, enhance productivity, and drive business growth. Effective performance metrics and fair evaluation criteria are essential for a successful compensation system.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in performance based compensation?

To thrive in a Performance Based Compensation role, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of compensation strategies, and experience with HR or finance-related fields, often supported by a relevant bachelor’s degree. Proficiency with compensation management software, Excel, and HRIS platforms, as well as certifications such as CCP (Certified Compensation Professional), are highly beneficial. Exceptional attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities make you stand out in this position. These skills are important for accurately designing and administering incentive programs that motivate employees and align with organizational goals.

What are typical challenges faced by professionals in performance based compensation?

Professionals in Performance Based Compensation roles often encounter the challenge of balancing competitive pay structures with budget constraints while ensuring fairness across diverse job functions. They must analyze large sets of performance and compensation data to make informed recommendations and frequently collaborate with HR, finance, and leadership teams to gain alignment. Navigating regulatory requirements and staying compliant with labor laws can add additional complexity to the position. Successfully overcoming these challenges requires both a strategic mindset and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.

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Director, Broad-based Compensation Consulting

Manhattan, NY • On-site


Willis Towers Watson (WTW)

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 152 rated financial services

Great coworkers

People enjoy working here

Good employer


$125K - $170K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


Job description

As a Director in our Work, Rewards and Careers practice, you will collaborate with some of the industry's top consultants while you develop deep and cutting-edge technical knowledge and skills. You will manage consulting projects while providing input to senior colleagues and overseeing and quality-reviewing junior staff's work. You may also serve as project lead on projects of smaller scope.
Our Projects Range in scope from specific solutions to broad cross-LOB engagements, such as support for M&A transactions, total rewards strategy and optimization. In addition to broad-based compensation consulting, we support clients across a range of work and career-focused disciplines, including:

  • Rewards:

    • Rewards strategy

    • Competitive compensation analyses

    • Base salary program design

    • Annual and sales incentive program design

    • Job levelling and architecture

    • Pay equity and pay fairness assessments

  • Careers and Work:

    • Competency and skills frameworks 

    • Performance management

    • Workforce analytics and planning

    • Functional/organization structure design

    • Career philosophy/strategy

You will also participate in and contribute to activities that support continued revenue growth of the Work & Rewards line of business and WTW overall. These activities may include supporting local, regional and/or national marketing events, performing industry/topical research and developing intellectual capital, and participating in our firm's industry and/or topical teams.
While every day and assignment are somewhat different, some of your main responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering effective, consistent project management for multiple, marquee clients. 
  • Drafting statements of work, project plans and budgets involving multiple workflow streams and client teams. 
  • Serving as the day-to-day project lead, ensuring progress of the team against established objectives, budget, timeline, deliverables and quality standards. 
  • Leveraging to and managing the work of junior staff, providing coaching and on-going feedback. 
  • Operating as the key contact to clients on delivery of services; managing client expectations and raise appropriate issues to Senior Consultants. 
  • Collaborating and contributing to the development, design and implementation of compensation and related programs. 
  • Contributing to the development of new tools and approaches. 
  • Supporting the generation of new business as part of the broader team by: Assisting with new business development activities, participating in discovery discussions with prospects and developing / delivering proposals, and establishing collaborative relationships with clients to understand their business and issues to better inform our consulting and to expand WTW's relationship into new service areas. 
  • Contributing to the external visibility of WTW's brand through intellectual capital generation, drafting articles, and attending and speaking at relevant conferences. 
  • A minimum of 7 years of design-orientated broad-based rewards experience in consulting or highly consultative corporate environments, and a genuine interest in this field. 
  • Significant knowledge and understanding of rewards programs and processes. 
  • Creative, analytical and results-driven orientation, demonstrated through the ability to draw conclusions, themes, and trends from data analysis and communicate results effectively. 
  • Proven experience successfully managing multiple, multi-faceted projects and producing quality deliverables on time and within budget. 
  • An executive presence with polished and well-developed communication skills, including experience making presentations and "sell" ideas to colleagues and management. 
  • Self-starter attitude and ability to work within ambiguity. 
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. 
  • Excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills and clear, concise written and verbal communication skills. 

    This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until a sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements for various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that base salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role base on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual qualifications, education/profession certifications, experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).

Compensation

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $125,000 to $170,000 per year. This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.

Company Benefits

WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

  • Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
  • Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k) 

EOE, including disability/vets

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.


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