Director, Compensation and Benefits - Executive Compensation

Alvarez & Marsal; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) retirement plan

Discretionary bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal seeks a Director in Executive Compensation to lead complex compensation & benefits engagements for diverse clients. You will design, implement, communicate, and monitor programs including base salary, annual incentives, long-term incentives, and deferred compensation with regulatory focus and client value.

This role requires deep expertise in executive compensation, tax, and analytics, plus strong leadership to manage staff and deliver high-quality results across geographies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (JD, LLM in Taxation, or World at Work Certified).
• 7+ years of related work experience.
• Strong knowledge of executive compensation and statistical analysis, incentive plan design and analysis, and pay structure analysis and design.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate complex information to clients.

Responsibilities

• Complete complex compensation and benefits projects
• Provide compensation, tax, accounting, and business advice concerning complex transactions
• Provide competitive market data, quantitative and qualitative analyses
• Benchmark, design, and implement annual incentive plans and long‑term incentive plans
• Conduct statistical analyses of compensation data
• Lead client engagements on a day‑to‑day basis and manage staff members on various projects
• Review the calculations and work product of peers for accuracy and reasonableness, serving as a thorough reviewer of data and results
• Interpret and apply laws, regulations, judicial precedent, and other guidance

Skills

Executive compensation

Statistical analysis

Incentive design

Pay structure analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree preferred (JD, LLM in Taxation, or World at Work Certified)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals. We take a hands‑on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape the industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are why our people love working at A&M.

The Team

A&M’s Compensation & Benefits practice is currently seeking a Director with key expertise in Executive Compensation. The ideal candidate will work with our team of professionals to advise companies of all sizes on various compensation and benefits matters. When you join us you will gain unique experiences and valuable knowledge working across capabilities, sectors, and geographies, and have the opportunity to take control of your career progression.

How you will contribute

As a Director, you will assist clients with the design, implementation, communication, and monitoring of their compensation philosophy and strategy. The types of programs we consult on include base salary, annual incentives, long‑term incentives, executive‑level retirement, deferred compensation, and fringe benefit plans.

Responsibilities

• Complete complex compensation and benefits projects
• Provide compensation, tax, accounting, and business advice concerning complex transactions
• Provide competitive market data, quantitative and qualitative analyses
• Have proficiency in the taxation of executive compensation and knowledge of Code sections 83, 162(m), 280G, and 409A
• Participate in multiple executive compensation engagements for a diverse client base, both in and out of the transaction setting
• Contribute to client satisfaction by providing timely and effective responses to client needs and concerns
• Participate in client meetings and work within a team environment to deliver fully integrated compensation and benefit services to clients
• Conduct proxy statement studies and analyses of publicly available data sources
• Benchmark, design, and implement annual incentive plans and long‑term incentive plans
• Conduct statistical analyses of compensation data
• Model financial impact of compensation plans
• Conduct performance metrics studies
• Monitor executive and other compensation trends
• Participate in broader projects including performance management, employee benefits, retirement, healthcare, performance optimization, cash and non‑cash reward and recognition
• Participate in marketing initiatives including supporting the development of compensation work and methodology approaches, writing and supporting proposals, and conducting surveys
• Develop analytical and communication skills while adding value for clients by helping solve complex problems
• Lead client engagements on a day‑to‑day basis and manage staff members on various projects, including:
• Benchmark compensation and develop reports to support compensation recommendations
• Design annual and long‑term incentive awards while considering tax, accounting, and regulatory ramifications
• Prepare tax calculations and various analyses/models to help clients make better informed compensation decisions and comply with applicable rules and regulations
• Review and draft technical memorandums and letters related to compensation and benefits issues
• Review the calculations and work product of peers for accuracy and reasonableness, serving as a thorough reviewer of data and results (most of the product reviewed will be in Excel and PowerPoint)
• Interpret and apply laws, regulations, judicial precedent, and other guidance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (JD, LLM in Taxation, or World at Work Certified)
• 7+ years of related work experience
• Strong knowledge of executive compensation and statistical analysis, incentive plan design and analysis, and pay structure analysis and design
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to articulate complex information, including presenting complex topics in an easily understood manner to clients
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to simultaneously manage several projects and meet deadlines
• High motivation to learn and grow
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Your journey at A&M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person’s unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top‑notch training and on‑the‑job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

Well‑being and benefits

We prioritize your well‑being and provide benefits and resources to support your personal journey. Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits, which include healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages. Employees are also eligible for a 401(k) retirement savings plan with an annual discretionary contribution from A&M and for paid time off, including vacation, personal days, 72 hours of sick time (prorated for part‑time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days varies based on tenure and role type. For more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs, please refer to our internal resources.

Recruitment and compensation

Alvarez & Marsal recruits on an ongoing basis. Candidates are considered as they apply until the opportunity is fulfilled. The salary range is $130,000 – $175,000 annually, dependent on education, experience, skills, and geography. A&M also offers a discretionary bonus program based on individual and firm performance. Please reach out to your recruiter for details.