Compensation Analyst, EMEA

Viasat; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst to lead complex compensation projects and provide high-level analysis to HR and business leaders. The role focuses on annual merit, bonus and equity planning cycles, with potential support for ad-hoc benefits projects.

You'll manage end-to-end compensation reviews in Workday, develop dashboards, benchmark roles, ensure pay equity, and drive process improvements across the compensation function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive compensation experience, with 3–5 years focused on Workday compensation management.
• Proficiency with Workday configuration, including business processes, eligibility rules, reports, and calculated fields.
• Mastery of complex functions (INDEX-MATCH, XLOOKUP), Power Query, Power Pivot, macros (VBA), and data modeling.
• Ability to create dynamic and interactive dashboards using Excel to present compensation data, trends, and market analysis.
• Strong data validation, cleansing, and structuring of large datasets for analysis.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end annual compensation planning and Workday processes.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis, develop dashboards, and ensure pay equity and market competitiveness.
• Benchmark positions and develop salary structures and ranges using market data.
• Ensure compliance with laws and conduct regular Workday audits.
• Support training and change management for compensation programs.
• Drive process improvements and automation within the Workday platform.
• Collaborate with Rewards team to provide administrative support.

Skills

Workday

Data analysis

Excel dashboards

Index-Match

XLOOKUP

Power Query

Power Pivot

VBA macros

Data modeling

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

Workday configuration

Job description

About us

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we’re on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We’re looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

What you’ll do

We're excited to announce a dynamic opportunity for a Senior Compensation Analyst to join our People, Brand & Culture Team. This person is responsible for leading complex compensation projects and providing high-level analysis and consultation to HR and business leaders to ensure compensation practices are competitive, equitable, and compliant. During the assignment this position will primarily support the annual merit, bonus and equity planning cycles, but may also assist with ad-hoc benefits projects.

The day-to-day

• Annual Compensation Planning: Assist with managing the end-to-end annual compensation review process within Workday, including system preparation, testing, training for managers, and final processing.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Conduct technical, in-depth analysis of rewa data to identify trends, model compensation program costs, and ensure pay equity and market competitiveness. Develop and maintain Workday reports, dashboards, and advanced calculated fields.
• Benchmarking and Market Pricing: Conduct and participate in market salary surveys. Benchmark positions and develop competitive salary structures, grades, and ranges using market intelligence and survey data.
• Compliance and Audits: Ensure all compensation practices and programs comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Conduct regular audits within Workday to ensure data integrity and system accuracy.
• Training and Change Management: Support the development and delivery of training and communication materials related to compensation programs and Workday processes for employees and managers.
• Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement of compensation processes by identifying opportunities for automation and optimization within the Workday platform.
• Rewards Program Support: Collaborate across the Rewards team to provide supplemental administrative assistance and support for tasks.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive compensation experience, with a minimum of 3-5 years focused on Workday compensation management.
• Proficiency with Workday configuration, including business processes, eligibility rules, reports, and calculated fields.
• Demonstrates mastery of complex functions (e.g., INDEX-MATCH, XLOOKUP), Power Query, Power Pivot, macros (VBA), and data modeling.
• Ability to create dynamic and interactive dashboards using Excel to present compensation data, trends, and market analysis.
• Skilled in data validation, data cleansing, and structuring large, complex datasets for analysis.
• Strong understanding of compensation principles, market benchmarking, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly to all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• US Citizenship is required.

What will help you on the job

• Workday HCM, Workday Advanced Compensation, and Workday Pro certifications are highly preferred.
• Deep understanding of Compensation processes and experience delivering Workday-based solutions.
• Experience designing and managing sales compensation plans.
• Ability to navigate complex organizational changes and influence stakeholders at all levels.

EEO Statement

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.