Principal Compensation Analyst

Socket.dev; United States; Hybrid; USD 161,000 - 258,000; Full time

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Job summary

HubSpot is seeking a Principal Compensation Analyst to join the Total Rewards team and shape equitable, competitive compensation programs aligned with business strategy. You will bring structure to complexity, translate market data into clear recommendations, and partner with executives to ensure pay programs support HubSpot's mission.

You will lead global compensation initiatives, benchmark markets, and develop tools and dashboards for data-driven decision-making, while collaborating with HR,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive compensation experience.
• Expertise in benchmarking and survey methodology (Radford, Mercer, Compa, Pave).
• Experience managing global compensation programs in a high-growth environment.
• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets modeling skills.
• Strong executive presence and ability to communicate complex topics clearly.
• Experience with job evaluation frameworks and leveling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis, and implementation of global compensation programs including base pay, short-term incentives, and equity.
• Conduct global market benchmarking, assess peer groups, and ensure consistent market pricing practices while maintaining internal equity.
• Apply quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify problems, develop hypotheses, and recommend data-backed solutions for compensation programs and processes.
• Partner with the HRIS/Systems team to implement, test, and define requirements for Workday performance and compensation modules, ensuring seamless updates to structures and job profiles.
• Streamline and automate monthly, quarterly, and annual compensation reporting and analysis using modern data tools and AI workflows.
• Provide sophisticated compensation analytics, clearly conveying complex findings and recommendations to collaborators.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders on all compensation matters, including offer recommendations, promotions, and equity grants.
• Drive job architecture projects, evaluating roles, defining levels, and ensuring internal equity across the organization.
• Develop and maintain compensation modeling tools and dashboards that enable data-driven decision-making at scale.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and People Ops on executive compensation analysis and Board/Compensation Committee materials.
• Monitor legislative and market changes that affect compensation and recommend proactive adjustments.

Skills

Compensation experience

Benchmarking methods

Global compensation programs

Excel/Sheets modeling

Executive presence

Job evaluation frameworks

Tools

Workday

Job description

POS-33650

The opportunity

We're looking for a Principal Compensation Analyst to join HubSpot's Total Rewards team and help us build and evolve compensation programs that are equitable, competitive, and deeply connected to our business strategy. You'll bring structure to complexity, turn market data into clear recommendations, and partner closely with People Business Partners, Finance, and senior leaders to ensure our pay programs fuel HubSpot's mission.

What you'll own

• Lead the analysis, and implementation of global compensation programs including base pay, short-term incentives, and equity
• Conduct global market benchmarking, assess peer groups, and ensure consistent market pricing practices while maintaining internal equity
• Apply quantitative and qualitative analysis to identify problems, develop hypotheses, and recommend data-backed solutions for compensation programs and processes
• Partner with the HRIS/Systems team to implement, test, and define requirements for Workday performance and compensation modules, ensuring seamless updates to structures and job profiles
• Streamline and automate monthly, quarterly, and annual compensation reporting and analysis using modern data tools and AI workflows
• Provide sophisticated compensation analytics, clearly conveying complex findings and recommendations to collaborators
• Serve as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders on all compensation matters, including offer recommendations, promotions, and equity grants
• Drive job architecture projects, evaluating roles, defining levels, and ensuring internal equity across the organization
• Develop and maintain compensation modeling tools and dashboards that enable data-driven decision-making at scale
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and People Ops on executive compensation analysis and Board/Compensation Committee materials
• Monitor legislative and market changes that affect compensation (pay equity, transparency laws) and recommend proactive adjustments

What you'll bring

• 8+ years of progressive compensation experience
• Deep expertise in compensation benchmarking and survey methodology (Radford, Mercer, Compa, Pave)
• Proven ability to manage global compensation programs in a high-growth environment
• Advanced Excel / Google Sheets modeling skills
• Strong executive presence and ability to communicate complex topics clearly
• Experience with job evaluation frameworks and leveling

What would set you apart

• CCP designation (Certified Compensation Professional)
• Experience with Workday
• Background in broad-based compensation and administration
• Familiarity with pay equity analysis tools
• Experience at a publicly traded SaaS or tech company
• Prior experience supporting Compensation Committee reporting

Pay & Benefits

We believe in fairness and transparency. The cash compensation below includes base salary, on-target commission for employees in eligible roles, and annual bonus targets under HubSpot’s bonus plan for eligible roles. In addition to cash compensation, some roles are eligible to participate in HubSpot’s equity plan to receive restricted stock units (RSUs). Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay. Individual compensation packages are tailored to your skills, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

This resource will help guide how we recommend thinking about the range you see. Learn more about HubSpot’s compensation philosophy.

Benefits are also an important piece of your total compensation package. Explore the benefits and perks HubSpot offers to help employees grow better.

At HubSpot, fair compensation practices aren’t just about checking off the box for legal compliance. It’s about living out our value of transparency with our employees, candidates, and community.

Annual Cash Compensation Range: $161,300 — $258,100 USD

At HubSpot, we value both flexibility and connection. Whether you’re a Remote employee or work from the Office, we want you to start your journey here by building strong connections with your team and peers. If you are joining our Engineering team, you will be required to attend a regional HubSpot office for in-person onboarding. If you join our broader Product team, you’ll also attend other in-person events, such as your Product Group Summit and other gatherings, to continue building on those connections.

If you require an accommodation due to travel limitations or other reasons, please inform your recruiter during the hiring process. We are committed to supporting candidates who may need alternative arrangements

About HubSpot

HubSpot (NYSE: HUBS) is an AI-powered customer platform with all the software, integrations, and resources customers need to connect marketing, sales, and service. HubSpot's connected platform enables businesses to grow faster by focusing on what matters most: customers.

At HubSpot, bold is our baseline. Our employees around the globe move fast, stay customer‑obsessed, and win together. Our culture is grounded in four commitments: Solve for the Customer, Be Bold, Learn Fast, Align, Adapt & Go!, and Deliver with HEART. These commitments shape how we work, lead, and grow.

We’re building a company where people can do their best work. We focus on brilliant work, not badge swipes. By combining clarity, ownership, and trust, we create space for big thinking and meaningful progress. And we know that when our employees grow, our customers do too.

Recognized globally for our award‑winning culture by Comparably, Glassdoor, Fortune, and more, HubSpot is headquartered in Cambridge, MA, with employees and offices around the world.

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