Lead Compensation Analyst

Dynatrace; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynatrace is seeking a Lead Compensation Analyst to act as a compensation partner for multiple functions and drive program development and administration. You will support merit cycles, market data analyses, and budget models while advising leaders on job evaluation and classification.

In this role, you will own cost analyses, build dashboards, and collaborate with People & Culture and Finance to ensure accurate accruals and policy adherence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in compensation or financial analysis for large populations.
• BA/BS in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Accounting or related field; CCP preferred.
• Experience presenting analyses to leaders and influencing decisions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with People & Culture and Finance to advise on pay decisions, offers, promotions, and sensitive compensation questions.
• Lead implementation, administration, and analysis of broad-based compensation programs (merit, equity, variable pay).
• Advise on job evaluation, matching, and classification across functions; ensure data accuracy.
• Own compensation cost analyses, modeling, reports, dashboards, and budget models for audits and planning.

Skills

Stakeholder partnerships

Project management

Advanced analytical skills

Communication

Education

BA/BS in related field

CCP designation preferred

Tools

Excel (advanced modeling)

HRIS

SAP

Payfactors

Job description

# Lead Compensation Analyst## **Your role at Dynatrace**The Lead Compensation Analyst is an experienced individual contributor who provides compensation support across a large population of employee groups and serves as the compensation business partner for one or more functions. As part of the Global Compensation Team, this role performs the full scope of compensation program development and administration, advises leaders on job evaluation and classification, collaborates to lead merit and promotion processes, and manages process improvement initiatives. Areas of focus include annual incentive plan administration, global compensation planning cycles, market data, and the analytics and budget models that inform compensation decisions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:* Act as the compensation business partner for one or more functions, partnering with People & Culture Business Partners to advise on pay decisions, job evaluations, new hire offers, promotions, and sensitive compensation questions.* Collaborate with team members to lead the implementation, administration, and analysis of broad-based compensation programs, policies, and projects (e.g., annual compensation cycle, merit, equity, and variable pay), reviewing proposed pay changes for conformance to policy and recommending enhancements based on market trends and business needs.* Advise on job evaluation, job matching, and job classification across functions, ensuring accuracy and consistency of job architecture data.* Participate in complex compensation surveys, preparing and analyzing survey and employee salary data and recommending program changes as appropriate.* Contribute to reviews and updates of the global salary structure, including maintenance of job codes and job titles.* Own compensation cost analyses and modeling, and produce reports, dashboards, and budget models that support program administration, analysis, and audit and compliance requirements.* Work with People & Culture, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure the accuracy of compensation accruals and provisions supporting the compensation cycle (merit, promotions).* Engage with People & Culture and management on the development and application of compensation policies, practices, and guidelines.* Manage process improvement initiatives and build compensation tools and resources, including ad hoc projects and analyses using Excel and PowerPoint, to support a large and diverse employee population.## **What will help you succeed**Minimum Requirements* 5+ years of progressive compensation and/or financial analysis experience, including support of a large and diverse employee population* BA/BS degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field; advanced degree or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation preferredPreferred Requirements* Proven ability to build partnerships and influence stakeholders across People & Culture, Finance, and the business, with sound judgment on sensitive matters* Strong project management skills; able to prioritize multiple initiatives and work with minimal guidance in a fast-paced environment* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presenting analyses and recommendations to leaders* Advanced skills in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel (e.g., complex modeling, pivot tables, lookups); experience with HRIS and market data tools such as SAP and Payfactors* Highly resourceful problem solver with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and sound business acumen* Working knowledge of employment laws and regulations affecting compensation; experience in technology and/or SaaS industry preferred## **Why you will love being a Dynatracer*** A one-product software company creating real value for the largest enterprises and millions of end customers globally, striving for a world where software works perfectly.* Working with the latest technologies and at the forefront of innovation in tech on scale; but also, in other areas like marketing, design, or research.* A team that thinks outside the box, welcomes unconventional ideas, and pushes boundaries.* An environment that fosters innovation, enables creative collaboration, and allows you to grow.* A globally unique and tailor-made career development program recognizing your potential, promoting your strengths, and supporting you in achieving your career goals.* A truly international mindset that is being shaped by the diverse personalities, expertise, and backgrounds of our global team.* A relocation team that is eager to help you start your journey to a new country, always there to support and by your side.* Attractive compensation packages and stock purchase options with numerous benefits and advantages.## **Compensation and Rewards**DOE, salary $128K - $160K, plus Health, Dental, Life, STD, LTD, 401K, PTO. Total compensation may vary depending on candidate experience/education and location.