Analyst, Equity Compensation

Brookfield Asset Management; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Compensation Analyst to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will manage executive equity compensation plans and collaborate closely with various departments to ensure data accuracy and timely deliverables. Your analytical skills will be put to the test as you conduct data analysis, prepare insightful reports, and support the annual compensation review process. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a culture that values excellence and inclusivity, making a significant impact on the organization’s compensation strategies. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a passion for data, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in compensation or HR roles.
• Strong user knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Administer multiple equity compensation plans and manage vendor relationships.
• Conduct data analysis for compensation initiatives and prepare reports.

Skills

Data Analysis

Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookups)

Problem Solving

Initiative

Education

University Degree (HR, Business Administration, Accounting & Finance)

Tools

Shareworks

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Location

Brookfield Place - 181 Bay Street

Brookfield Culture

Brookfield has a unique and dynamic culture. We seek team members who have a long-term focus and whose values align with our Attributes of a Brookfield Leader: Entrepreneurial, Collaborative and Disciplined. Brookfield is committed to the development of our people through challenging work assignments and exposure to diverse businesses.

Job Description

Human Resources Services (HRS) is an internal function providing global operations and business support across Brookfield’s lines of business.

As a member of the Compensation Team, the Compensation Analyst, Equity Compensation is responsible for the administration of the executive equity compensation plans, and manages the Shareworks and TSX Trust Company vendor systems across various Brookfield business units. This role involves close collaboration with the Human Resources, Payroll, and Accounting departments to ensure data accuracy and timely deliverables, and excellent customer service.

The analyst will also provide support in managing Brookfield’s broad-based compensation programs. This involves taking part in compensation initiatives, conducting data analysis to provide insights, preparing reports, and providing support for the annual cycle.

Responsibilities:

Equity Compensation Administration:

1. Administer multiple equity compensation plans for participants globally.
2. Create and reconcile various reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual cycle.
3. Partner with stakeholders to validate multi-jurisdictional tax withholdings on payroll-related transactions.
4. Manage audit and data verification processes for all equity compensation plans.
5. Manage day-to-day relationships with vendors to ensure a best-in-class experience for employees.
6. Oversee and prepare participant-wide communications.
7. Conduct analyses to support payroll validations and accounting inquiries.

Compensation Program Support:

1. Participate in compensation surveys and conduct benchmarking & market trend analysis using the data from the surveys.
2. Contribute to maintaining competitively positioned compensation structures and employee positioning through data-driven insights.
3. Utilize advanced Excel functions and BI tools to assess compensation outcomes, including pay gaps, incentive participation by role and region, and gender pay equity analysis.

Annual Compensation Review Process:

1. Support the management of the annual year-end compensation process.
2. Contribute to the enhancement and maintenance of technology platforms used for compensation decisions.

Qualifications & Requirements:

1. Strong user knowledge of MS Office applications, particularly Excel (pivot tables and lookups).
2. Ability to conduct analysis and pull insights from large amounts of data.
3. Knowledge of Shareworks equity administration system is an asset.
4. Knowledge in equity compensation plans and related legislation, for both Canada and the US is an asset.
5. 1-2 years of relevant experience.
6. University degree preferred (HR, Business Administration, Accounting & Finance).
7. Knowledge of BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau, with the ability to create interactive dashboards is an asset.

Competencies:

1. Peer Management:
   • Learn about peers’ processes and directives and incorporate them into the equity administration function as appropriate.
2. Initiative:
   • Self-directs and works independently with minimal supervision.
   • Takes initiative beyond the established scope of responsibilities.
3. Problem Solving:
   • Utilizes problem-solving skills in a well-considered manner to identify and resolve issues.
   • Demonstrates productive analytical thinking.
4. Commitment to Excellence:
   • Prioritizes operational efficiency and looks for areas of improvement consistently.
   • Ability to multi-task and demonstrate superior self-organization skills.
   • Exhibits consistent attention to detail.
   • Resourceful and demonstrates flexibility to adapt to changing situations.
   • Generates accurate work-product based on criteria of tasks assigned.
   • Maintains required level of knowledge of HRSS product & service offerings.

Brookfield welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Brookfield is committed to maintaining a Positive Work Environment that is safe and respectful; our shared success depends on it. Accordingly, we do not tolerate workplace discrimination, violence, or harassment.

Brookfield is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Should you require a Human Rights Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.