Executive Compensation Analyst

IRB USA Inspire Resources; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IRB USA Inspire Resources seeks an Analyst, Executive Compensation to design, analyze, and administer executive pay and equity programs. You will partner with Legal, Finance, Payroll, HR, and external vendors to support compensation planning, data integrity, and reporting for senior leadership and the Compensation Committee.

The role emphasizes benchmarking, peer analyses, and modeling to inform decisions; you will prepare materials, develop analyses, and maintain accurate data for leadership in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or related field.
• 1+ years of experience in compensation, analytics, finance, or similar role within a large organization.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and analysis of executive compensation programs for senior leadership.
• Assist in equity compensation administration, grants processing, vesting, and reporting.
• Prepare market benchmarking, peer analyses, and compensation modeling.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses related to compensation outcomes.
• Prepare materials for senior leadership and Compensation Committee reviews.
• Maintain accurate executive compensation data and support audits and reporting.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Payroll, HR, and external vendors for governance and compliance.
• Support compensation planning processes for executives, including annual cycles and incentive payouts.
• Document and maintain executive compensation policies and controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve compensation and stock administration processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data manipulation

Executive communication

Confidential data handling

MS Office

Workday (HRIS)

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday

MS PowerPoint

MS Word

Job description

Overview

The Analyst, Executive Compensation supports the design, analysis, and administration of executive compensation and equity programs. This role partners cross‑functionally to support compensation planning processes, maintain data integrity, and develop analyses to inform leadership decision‑making. The Analyst assists in the preparation of materials for senior leadership and Compensation Committee review and requires strong analytical capability, attention to detail, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and analysis of executive compensation programs, including base salary, annual incentive, long‑term incentive, and retention award programs for senior leadership.
• Assist in the administration of equity compensation and stock programs, including grant processing, vesting, exercises, reporting, and employee support.
• Prepare market benchmarking, peer analyses, and compensation modeling to support executive compensation recommendations and decision‑making.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses related to executive compensation outcomes, equity usage, dilution, and compensation expense.
• Prepare materials for senior leadership and Compensation Committee review, including analyses, exhibits, and presentation materials.
• Maintain accurate executive compensation and equity data, support audits, reconciliations, and reporting to ensure data integrity and process accuracy.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Payroll, HR, and external vendors to support the administration, governance, and compliance of executive compensation and equity programs.
• Support compensation planning processes for executives, including annual review cycles, incentive payout administration, and long‑term incentive grant processes.
• Document and maintain executive compensation policies, procedures, and controls.
• Identify and elevate opportunities to improve compensation and stock administration processes, reporting, and systems.
• Monitor market trends, peer practices, and regulatory developments relevant to executive compensation and equity administration.
• Support special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in compensation, analytics, finance, or a similar role within a large organization.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations.
• Strong analytical skills and experience manipulating and reporting data; ability to summarize and communicate complex information for different audiences, including executives.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and oral/written communication skills.
• Attention to detail in composing and proofing materials, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Working knowledge of laws and regulations as they apply to executive and equity compensation (preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and HRIS systems (Workday preferred).
• Ability to prioritize deliverables and collaborate efficiently on large, multi‑stage projects.
• Establishes, fosters, and maintains positive relationships with internal and external partners.
• Thrives in a collaborative, matrixed work environment.