Executive Compensation & Analytics Analyst

Mercer; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) savings plan

Job summary

Mercer seeks an Executive Rewards Compensation Analyst in Chicago to design and implement executive compensation programs aligned with business strategy. You will partner with senior leaders, Boards, and HR to optimize pay practices while leveraging data-driven insights.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement in Chicago with in-office/client engagement three days per week, and opportunities to work with senior executives on governance and market practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–3 years in consulting or corporate roles in executive compensation, total rewards, or finance.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and adapt to client needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on executive compensation trends, governance, regulatory requirements, and market practices.
• Collect and analyze data for executive pay programs including benchmarking and incentive design features.
• Utilize AI and technology-enabled tools to enhance analysis.
• Prepare materials for Board and Compensation Committee meetings.
• Participate in client meetings and contribute to compensation discussions.
• Support knowledge sharing and learning within the executive rewards practice.

Skills

Executive comp

Quantitative analysis

Client communication

Data analysis

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Mercer seeks an Executive Rewards Compensation Analyst in Chicago to design and implement executive compensation programs aligned with business strategy. You will partner with senior leaders, Boards, and HR to optimize pay practices while leveraging data-driven insights.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement in Chicago with in-office/client engagement three days per week, and opportunities to work with senior executives on governance and market practices.