Fractional Compensation Analyst (Advisor Network)

Remote; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Arootah is seeking a Compensation Analyst consultant to design and manage client compensation programs for hedge funds, private equity, and family offices. You will collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure competitive structures that attract and retain top talent in the alternative asset industry.

You will conduct market analysis, lead annual compensation reviews, and provide guidance on salary offers and incentive programs while staying current with industry regulations and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Finance, or business.
• Experience as Compensation Analyst in asset management or financial services.
• Strong analytical skills and benchmarking/market data knowledge.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Advanced Excel and analytics tools.
• CCP designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage compensation programs for clients in the fund/alternative asset space.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other departments to gather data for decisions.
• Provide guidance to senior management on offers, promotions, and incentives.
• Conduct market analysis and salary benchmarking to inform strategy.
• Lead annual compensation review processes aligned with business objectives.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices.

Skills

Market analysis

Benchmarking

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Opportunity Overview

Arootah engages a curated network of senior operators to support clients across the alternative investment industry, including hedge funds, private equity firms, and family offices. Advisors are deployed on project-based engagements when client needs match their expertise. Joining the network does not guarantee placement; it provides access to opportunities as they arise.

Why Join the Arootah Network

• Alt-industry-only engagements with hedge funds, private equity firms, and family offices
• Project-based work that fits around existing commitments
• Client origination and engagement management handled by Arootah; advisors focus on delivery

About Arootah

Arootah is a talent solutions firm purpose-built for the alternative investment industry. We advise and we execute, covering the full talent spectrum from entry to exit across five services: Talent Acquisition, Fractional Leadership, Talent Development, Retention & Compensation, and Transition.

Most talent firms solve one problem. Because we cover the full spectrum, we can help clients identify and solve the right one. We start with diagnosis, then deliver.

Our team has run alternative investment firms at the highest levels as COOs, CFOs, and CCOs. That operator experience, combined with 15+ years of alternatives-specific recruiting and a network of 700+ vetted advisors across 18 functional disciplines, is what makes the advice credible and the execution reliable. We also draw on a network of 600+ coaches, deploying those with specific experience guiding senior executives in the alternatives industry.

One industry. One talent partner. Entry to exit.

Learn more: https://arootah.com/

Who We’re Looking For

As a Compensation Analyst consultant, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and managing our clients compensation programs. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure competitive and performance-driven compensation structures that attract, retain, and motivate top talent in the highly competitive Alternative Asset industry.

Core Areas of Expertise

• Conduct comprehensive market analysis to ensure the competitiveness of compensation packages for all roles within the fund.
• Design, implement, and manage annual compensation review processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and industry benchmarks.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other departments to gather relevant data and insights for compensation decision-making.
• Provide guidance and support to senior management on compensation-related matters, including salary offers, promotions, and incentive programs.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to compensation and benefits.
• Conduct regular salary surveys and benchmarking to inform compensation strategy and decision-making.
• Participate in the development and communication of total rewards programs to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Compensation Analyst, preferably in the Alternative Asset or financial services industry.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in compensation benchmarking and market analysis. Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance standards related to compensation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant analytic tools
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation is a plus