Executive Compensation Consultant

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Ohio; Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Company holidays

Parental leave

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Education sponsorship

Job summary

SullivanCotter is seeking an Executive Compensation Consultant for a fully remote role across AZ, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX and WI. The position offers a salary range of $101,400 to $142,000 per year and requires 1–5 years of client consulting experience with a strong analytical mindset.

You will lead advisory work on executive compensation programs, governance, and pay-for-performance strategies, partnering with clients and internal teams to deliver compliant,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field; finance/economics/statistics is a plus.
• 1–5 years of progressive client consulting experience.
• 3–5 years of analytical experience: data analysis, modeling, presentations.
• Compensation consulting experience preferred; Excel/Word/PowerPoint proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive compensation consulting services and develop, implement, and/or administer executive compensation programs.
• Serve as a market expert on client compensation issues.
• Conduct executive job evaluations and advise on levels and titles.
• Perform market pricing, peer analysis, surveys, data interpretation, and financial modeling.
• Analyze data to set compensation levels and titles for exec positions.
• Identify data issues and guide clients to solutions; keep project manager informed.
• Assist with complex reports and proposal writing; mentor junior staff.
• Participate in client meetings and establish relationships as a primary contact.
• Shadow project managers and client relationship managers as requested.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Self-starter

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in business-related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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Executive Compensation Consultant

Full Time - 1.0 Prof-Experienced Remote, AZ, US

Salary Range: $101,400.00 To $142,000.00 Annually

This is a remote role; however, we only operate in the following states: AZ, FL, GA, IL, IN, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TX and WI.

ABOUT SULLIVANCOTTER

SullivanCotter partners with health care and other not-for-profit organizations to enhance performance and improve outcomes by developing and implementing integrated workforce strategies. Using our time-tested methodologies and industry-leading research and information, we provide data-driven insights, expertise, and solutions to help organizations align business strategy and performance objectives - enabling our clients to deliver on their mission, vision and values.

ABOUT THE EXECUTIVE WORKFORCE SERVICES PRACTICE

Our Executive Workforce Services consultants provide comprehensive advisory services spanning executive compensation, governance, and leadership strategy. We help organizations define and implement effective executive compensation programs that align with market benchmarks, organizational strategies, and regulatory requirements. Our expertise includes governance support for boards and committees, performance evaluations for executives, and design of competitive total compensation. We also advise on executive benefits and pay-for-performance strategies. Additionally, we provide insights on emerging trends, regulatory compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and employment agreements to ensure a holistic and compliant approach to executive talent management.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provide comprehensive executive compensation consulting services and develop, implement, and/or administer executive compensation programs
• Provide subject matter expertise and serve as a market expert regarding specific client market compensation issues
• Conduct executive job evaluations; analyze job responsibilities, activities, duties, requirements, and organizational structure and recommend internal job placement in the appropriate level and title
• Conduct market pricing, peer group selection, survey analyses, interpreting compensation data, financial modeling, and special research projects
• Analyze data to determine the appropriate compensation level and job title for existing and proposed executive positions, including more complex positions involving responsibilities within multiple focus areas
• Identify complex job matching and data issues and proactively consult with clients and key associates to determine the appropriate course of action, acting quickly to remove obstacles impeding project steps
• Effectively keep the project manager apprised of project status, including delays or potential problems, holding self and team members accountable for client deadlines and deliverables
• Assist with more complex report and proposal writing related to describing and summarizing project objectives, methodologies, analysis and results, and proof for accuracy
• Serve as a peer reviewer and mentor of technical knowledge to effectively guide more junior associates in complex research, data collection, and analytics
• Participate in appropriate client delivery team meetings to understand team and client initiatives
• Establish client relationships and act as a key point of contact for client inquiries, as appropriate
• Shadow project and client relationship managers at client meetings or teleconferences, as requested

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field, ideally with an emphasis in finance, economics, statistics, mathematics, accounting, or health care administration
• One to five years of progressive experience directly consulting with clients
• Three to five years of related analytical experience required involving data analysis, financial modeling, and presentation design
• Compensation consulting experience preferred
• Solid technical knowledge and experience working with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; basic programming experience is a plus
• Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to:
  • Determine appropriate data analytic approaches and tools based on project tasks and client requirements
  • Analyze, organize, and interpret data using a logical and systematic process
  • Remove irrelevant data when conducting analytical work and developing creative solutions
  • Visualize and articulate complex problems and concepts
  • Recognize patterns in complex sets of data and recommend practical models
  • Identify and recommend solutions to remove obstacles impeding project steps or task achievement
• Knowledge of laws and regulations that impact our health care clients
• Excellent interpersonal, writing, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to:
  • Make clear and convincing oral presentations that achieve a specific purpose
  • Successfully tailor communications to the audience, as appropriate
  • Effectively present facts, analysis, and conclusions or solutions in a way that demonstrates command of content
  • Write concise project communications, documents, and presentations with an appropriate level of technical detail and complexity
  • Use an appropriate writing style consistent with organizational guidelines, templates, and brand standards
• Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to manage and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-starter with demonstrated ability to successfully assist with complex project deliverables in a driven and changing organization
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to work under tight deadlines or changing needs
• Confidence and ability to work independently and in a team structure
• Intellectually curious, seeking opportunities to develop new skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in a business-related field
• Certified Compensation or Benefits Professional designation
• Experience working within a consulting, compensation, or health care-related firm

SALARY, BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Medical and dental coverage at no premium cost for employees
• 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Company-paid holidays
• Gender-neutral parental leave
• Bereavement and pet leave
• Continuing education and professional accreditation sponsorship
• Life and AD&D insuranceShort- and long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Mental health support program

The base salary range for this position is listed below. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including but not limited to academic achievements, skills and experience. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

• $101,400 - 142,000 annually

OUR VALUES IN ACTION: HOW WE CARE

We live our values daily through four commitments:

• Connect: Collaborate selflessly to support others, advance ideas, and solve problems using critical thinking.
• Act: Bring integrity and respect to every interaction- no exceptions.
• Reach: Commit to continuous learning and knowledge sharing that strengthens teams and clients.
• Embrace: Foster inclusion and belonging so everyone can thrive and contribute.

SullivanCotter Holdings, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law or marital status.