Compensation Analyst II (Programs & Partnerships)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 101,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dependent coverage

Tech stipend

Wellness options

Flexible PTO

ESPP

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Compensation Analyst II (Programs & Partnerships) to support compensation programs, annual planning cycles, and incentive design in a remote US-based role. You will partner with compensation leadership and stakeholders to deliver data-driven insights and maintain robust job architecture.

The role emphasizes education, analysis, and operational support while guiding mid-year and annual cycles with a collaborative, data-focused approach.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in compensation with a solid understanding of core concepts and programs.
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to lead initiatives from start to finish.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across functions.
• Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to consult and influence stakeholders.
• Passion for data analysis and storytelling, with proficiency in Google Sheets and Google Slides.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management for mid-year and annual compensation cycles, including planning and communication.
• Use reporting and compensation data tools for ad hoc analyses and recommendations.
• Partner with the compensation programs and partnerships team on business initiatives.
• Support the incentive compensation design process alongside senior compensation leadership.
• Contribute to special projects that improve compensation frameworks and processes.
• Serve as a subject matter expert by providing education on compensation structures and programs.
• Maintain the job architecture catalog in Workday and related internal documentation.

Skills

5+ years experience

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Relationship management

Data analysis

Tools

Google Sheets

Google Slides

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Compensation Analyst II (Programs & Partnerships) to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.

This role will support compensation programs, annual planning cycles, and incentive compensation design across a fast-paced organization. The ideal candidate will partner closely with compensation leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver data-driven insights, improve processes, and help maintain accurate compensation structures and job architecture. You will also serve as a trusted resource for compensation education, analysis, and operational support.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $101,000 – $165,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Lead project management for mid-year and annual compensation cycles, including planning and communication
• Use reporting and compensation data tools for ad hoc analyses and recommendations
• Partner with the compensation programs and partnerships team on business initiatives
• Support the incentive compensation design process alongside senior compensation leadership
• Contribute to special projects that improve compensation frameworks and processes
• Serve as a subject matter expert by providing education on compensation structures and programs
• Maintain the job architecture catalog in Workday and related internal documentation

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in compensation with a solid understanding of core concepts and programs
• Proven project management skills, with the ability to lead initiatives from start to finish
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively across functions
• Excellent relationship management skills, with the ability to consult and influence stakeholders
• Passion for data analysis and storytelling, with proficiency in Google Sheets and Google Slides
• Detail-oriented with strong multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptable, innovative, and open to testing new approaches

Benefits

• 100% health coverage for employees and their dependents
• Monthly stipends for tech setup and health and wellness options
• Flexible time off and generous holiday calendars
• Employee stock purchase plan allowing purchase of company stock at a discount

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.