Executive Compensation Analyst — Strategic HR Analytics

Mount Sinai Morningside; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking an Executive Compensation Analyst to support the design, analysis, and administration of executive compensation programs within Corporate HR Administration. You will report to the Director of Executive Compensation and contribute to compensation strategy, governance, and reporting.

The role requires strong analytical skills, advanced Excel, and 5+ years in HR with compensation experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (modeling, data analysis, pivot tables).
• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• 5+ years of Human Resource experience with at least 2 years in compensation, executive compensation, consulting, or finance/analytics preferred.
• Familiarity with compensation surveys (e.g., Mercer, Radford) and governance best practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and analysis of executive compensation programs, including base salary, annual incentives, and long‑term plans.
• Prepare compensation benchmarking analyses using market survey data and peer group comparisons.
• Maintain executive compensation data, systems, and reporting tools with a high level of accuracy.
• Assist in the development of materials for the Compensation Committee of the Board of Trustees.
• Execute tasks to ensure compliance with applicable laws and internal governance standards.
• Model financial impact of compensation programs and proposed changes.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses and participate in projects and initiatives as needed.

Skills

Excel modeling

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Confidential information handling

Data storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking an Executive Compensation Analyst to support the design, analysis, and administration of executive compensation programs within Corporate HR Administration. You will report to the Director of Executive Compensation and contribute to compensation strategy, governance, and reporting.

The role requires strong analytical skills, advanced Excel, and 5+ years in HR with compensation experience.