Compensation Analyst

Dow Jones & Co.

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Dow Jones & Co. in New York, NY, is seeking a Compensation Analyst to advise People leaders on pay decisions, programs, and market positioning.

You will leverage market data and internal pay insights to support talent attraction, motivation, and retention. In this role you will collaborate with HRBPs, Talent, Finance, and business leaders to deliver compensation cycles and related initiatives, ensuring equity and alignment with broader talent strategy.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in compensation, HR, or a related field.
Experience with market benchmarking, job evaluation, salary structures, pay equity, and compensation program administration.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret compensation data and turn insights into practical business recommendations.
Strong business partnering and communication skills, with the ability to confidently advise and influence leaders at varying levels.
Experience working with HR systems, compensation, and data analysis tools; advanced Excel skills preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Partner with Compensation team members, People Business Partners, and business leaders to provide compensation guidance on pay decisions, promotions, job changes, new hires, retention, and other compensation matters.
Build an understanding of business and organizational needs and apply compensation principles, market data, internal equity, and established guidelines to develop practical recommendations.
Conduct compensation analysis using market benchmarks, internal pay data, job evaluations, salary structures, and other compensation insights to assess pay positioning, competitiveness, and equity.
Support leaders and People Business Partners through annual compensation cycles and ongoing compensation decisions, including merit, promotions, incentive planning, and other pay programs.
Identify and communicate compensation trends, potential pay compression, equity concerns, market positioning issues, and other areas that may require further review.
Translate compensation data and analysis into clear, concise insights that help People and business leaders understand their options and the factors that should be considered in compensation decisions.
Develop and deliver compensation reporting and analytics for business and People leadership, using data to identify trends, inform decisions, and support effective compensation practices.
Build relationships and develop a strong understanding of the business, while continuing to grow compensation consulting and advisory capabilities and increasing independence in managing more complex compensation matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Business partnering

Communication

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance

Tools

Excel

HRIS systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Dow Jones & Co.

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world's top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron's, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets.

Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put “Reasonable Accommodation” in the subject line.

NYC - 1211 Ave of the Americas

Full time

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Job Description

About the Team

The People team at Dow Jones is dedicated to attracting, developing, and retaining world-class talent that drives our mission forward. As strategic partners, we provide comprehensive support across the entire employee lifecycle. Our team includes Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, People Business Partners, Compensation, HR Operations, Workplace, and Security-all working together to create an exceptional employee experience. We champion a culture of inclusion, innovation, and excellence, ensuring our people have the resources, support, and opportunities they need to thrive and do their best work.

About the Role

As a Compensation Analyst, you will serve as a trusted advisor to People leaders and business stakeholders on compensation strategy, programs, and pay decisions. You will leverage market data, internal pay insights, and business context to provide thoughtful, data-driven recommendations that support attracting, motivating, and retaining talent.

You will partner closely with HRBPs, Talent, Finance, and business leaders to deliver compensation programs, including annual pay reviews, promotions, incentives, and other reward initiatives. You will also help ensure our compensation practices remain competitive, equitable, consistent, and aligned with our broader talent and business strategy.

You will be part of the People team and report directly to the Manager, Compensation. This role will sit in NYC and be 3 days in the office.

You Will

Partner with Compensation team members, People Business Partners, and business leaders to provide compensation guidance on pay decisions, promotions, job changes, new hires, retention, and other compensation matters.
Build an understanding of business and organizational needs and apply compensation principles, market data, internal equity, and established guidelines to develop practical recommendations.
Conduct compensation analysis using market benchmarks, internal pay data, job evaluations, salary structures, and other compensation insights to assess pay positioning, competitiveness, and equity.
Support leaders and People Business Partners through annual compensation cycles and ongoing compensation decisions, including merit, promotions, incentive planning, and other pay programs.
Identify and communicate compensation trends, potential pay compression, equity concerns, market positioning issues, and other areas that may require further review.
Translate compensation data and analysis into clear, concise insights that help People and business leaders understand their options and the factors that should be considered in compensation decisions.
Develop and deliver compensation reporting and analytics for business and People leadership, using data to identify trends, inform decisions, and support effective compensation practices.
Build relationships and develop a strong understanding of the business, while continuing to grow compensation consulting and advisory capabilities and increasing independence in managing more complex compensation matters.

You Have

2+ years of experience in compensation, HR, or a related field, with experience providing compensation guidance to HR or business stakeholders.
Experience with market benchmarking, job evaluation, salary structures, pay equity, and compensation program administration.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret compensation data and turn insights into practical business recommendations.
Strong business partnering and communication skills, with the ability to confidently advise and influence leaders at varying levels.
Experience working with HR systems, compensation, and data analysis tools; advanced Excel skills preferred.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive compensation information with a high degree of discretion.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

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