Human Capital Management - Executive Compensation - Analyst - Birmingham

Goldman Sachs; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment firm in Birmingham seeks a candidate for the Executive Compensation team. The role involves preparing regulatory submissions and disclosures. Strong analytical skills and 1-3 years of experience in compensation or tax are required. The ideal candidate will also have experience in Financial Services. This position offers a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in reward, compensation, or tax, preferably in Financial or Professional Services.
• Knowledge of Executive Compensation practices and European regulations is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to data quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review regulatory submissions.
• Determine Material Risk Taker population.
• Draft responses to regulatory queries.
• Participate in ad hoc projects related to remuneration rules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Project management

Proficiency in Excel

Attention to detail

Job description

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13.08.2025

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27.09.2025

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Job Description:

Our division recruits, develops, and rewards the people of Goldman Sachs. Our teams advise, design, and implement strategies, processes, and technologies that help our people advance professionally, drive productivity, and help the firm and our clients achieve superior results. We seek individuals with strong problem-solving and analytical skills, innovative thinking, and intellectual curiosity who want to impact the success of our most valuable asset, our people.

EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION

The Executive Compensation team handles regulatory reporting, remuneration disclosures, governance, and European remuneration regulations. It also manages disclosures of Directors' Emoluments, senior employee compensation, employee equity queries, and other firmwide projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will:

• Prepare and review regulatory submissions
• Determine Material Risk Taker population
• Prepare and review public remuneration disclosures
• Draft responses to regulatory queries
• Prepare materials for remuneration committee meetings
• Participate in ad hoc projects related to remuneration rules
• Report on director’s emoluments
• Assist with other annual executive remuneration processes
• Coordinate with colleagues across departments such as Equity Compensation, Benefits, Recruiting, Legal, and Tax

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Candidates should have:

• 1-3 years’ experience in reward, compensation, or tax, preferably in Financial or Professional Services
• Knowledge of Executive Compensation practices and European regulations is advantageous
• Strong communication and relationship management skills
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to data quality
• Project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Understanding of firmwide functions and regional requirements
• Client service orientation and a proactive attitude
• Good judgment and flexibility
• Strong Excel skills
• Meticulous attention to detail

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Stay updated on business, economic, and market trends
• Technical proficiency and financial/analytical skills
• Motivation and resilience in challenging environments
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Teamwork and collaboration skills
• Clear and effective communication
• Problem-solving and strategic thinking

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