Senior Compensation Analyst

East West Bank; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

East West Bank seeks a Senior Compensation Analyst to lead development and implementation of compensation programs aligning with business objectives. The role reports to the Director of Compensation and requires strong analytical and consultative skills.

You will analyze compensation data, support salary structures, and manage incentive programs. Based in California, this individual contributor position emphasizes accuracy, process improvement, and collaboration with HR/business partners to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Human Resources or relevant field.
• 5+ years professional level broad compensation experience.
• Strong Excel skills; analytical and quantitative abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to see the broader picture.
• Excellent written and oral communication; cross-functional collaboration.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Administer and communicate Bank’s performance and compensation activities.
• Conduct compensation analyses to support hiring, promotions, and retention.
• Participate in salary benchmark surveys and market analyses with recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation regulations.
• Collaborate with the Director of Compensation and HR partners on programs.
• Continuously improve compensation processes, systems, and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Human Resources or relevant field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Introduction

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement.

Introduction

Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our teams of experienced, multi-cultural professionals help guide businesses and community members on both sides of the Pacific looking to explore new markets and create new opportunities, and our sustained growth and expertise in industries like real estate, entertainment and media, private equity and venture capital, and high-tech help build sustainable businesses and expand our associates’ potential for career advancement.

Headquartered in California, East West Bank (Nasdaq: EWBC) is a top-performing commercial bank with a strong foundation, an enterprising spirit and a commitment to absolute integrity. East West Bank gives people the confidence to reach further.

Overview

We are currently seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst to lead the development, analysis, and implementation of the Bank’s performance and compensation programs that align with our business objectives. This position is reported to the Director of Compensation and will be responsible for conducting in-depth compensation analyses, supporting salary structures, managing incentive programs, and ensuring compliance with compensation regulations. This is an individual contributor in the compensation function and requires exceptional consultative, analytical and influencing skills along with a strong customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in the administration and communication of Bank’s performance and compensation activities including annual performance review and compensation planning cycle, sales incentive plan, system implementation, and process improvement as needed
• Conduct compensation analyses to support hiring, promotions, internation transfer, and retention strategies which are market competitive and internally aligned
• Participate in the salary benchmark survey, conduct regular market analysis to ensure the competitiveness of the organization's compensation packages, and proactively provide the analysis of market trends with recommendations.
• Stays abreast of federal, state, and local compensation and payroll ordinances and Bank regulatory requirements ensuring Bank compliance
• Work with Director of Compensation and HR business partners on a variety of projects, including program design, analysis, budgeting, and implementation of new programs as needed.
• Continuously improve compensation processes, systems, and best practices
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, Human Resources or relevant field of study
• 5+ years professional level broad compensation experience including drafting job descriptions, evaluating jobs, participating in compensation surveys as well as managing salary grades, job families, career ladders and related compensation policies, programs and procedures
• Exceptional knowledge of Excel and extremely strong analytical and quantitative skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
• Highly detailed driven with emphasis on accuracy, coupled with the ability to see the broader picture
• Strong interpersonal skills – including excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Banking industry compensation experience is beneficial and Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) is a plus

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is USD $75,000.00/Yr. - USD $140,000.00/Yr. Exact offers will be determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.