Sales Compensation Analyst, Strategy

Guardians Group Distribution Compensation team is seeking a highly motivated individual ready to further their career as a Sales Compensation Analyst Strategy in 2026! We are looking for an avid learner with a can do attitude who is enthusiastic about leveraging data analytics to provide business insights and drive sales results through innovative incentive compensation programs. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical process and interpersonal skills and will be eager to embrace AI-powered tools to enhance accuracy efficiency and collaboration in their daily work.

This individual will support all facets of incentive compensation strategy and design - including designing modeling goal setting analysis and communicating incentive compensation for our internal and external Group Sales Distribution team.

You Will

• Efficiently leverage data from multiple sources using advanced tools and techniques including Microsoft Copilot and Excel to produce highly accurate analytical results with minimal guidance.
• Use data driven insights to build presentations that tell a story that internal stakeholders can easily understand.
• Actively engage in the design tracking analysis and communication of annual incentive plans and broker compensation programs that motivate our distribution and brokers to achieve/exceed their sales and retention goals.
• Assist in the development review and distribution of detailed compensation plan documents for various incentive-based roles in partnership with HR and legal team.
• Support the annual sales planning process by building workbooks that clearly communicate information to aid our sales partners in setting goals and maintain data integrity throughout the goal setting process.
• Assist in the data collection and analysis of compensation information for benchmarking Guardian compensation plans.
• Aid in the creative design of new rewards programs to drive sales results in alignment with Guardians strategic objectives.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation of procedures processes and controls utilizing Microsoft Copilot for drafting standardizing and updating documentation efficiently.
• Effectively manage competing priorities delivering output within established deadlines and quickly pivoting as dictated by business needs.
• Respond to inquiries from our internal distribution customers in a timely and professional manner enhancing customer experience through personalized and efficient communication.
• Assist in supporting adhoc projects and initiatives as needed by the business.

You Have

• Bachelors degree and a minimum of 4 years of equivalent work experience.
• A strong analytical background including the ability to analyze compensation programs and data identify anomalies and trends and leverage AI-powered tools and insights.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel PowerPoint) and proficiency in Microsoft Copilot for automating tasks generating reports and supporting data analysis.
• Experience in incentive compensation within a sales environment and/or a solid understanding of compensation design is a plus.
• A self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently with minimal direction while proactively utilizing Guardian resources to enhance productivity and decision-making.
• Strong organizational skills responsiveness to deadlines and meticulous attention to detail are critical.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and make decisions using sound judgment.
• Comfort thriving in a fast-paced dynamic environment with adaptability to embrace emerging technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple deliverables simultaneously effectively prioritizing tasks with the support of your leader.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills including proficiency in using Microsoft Copilot for drafting and refining content.
• A high level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Location

Hybrid 1 day a week in office- preferred locations: Bethlehem Pittsville Atlanta Chicago and Boston

Salary Range:

The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education experience knowledge and abilities of the successful addition to salary this role may also be eligible for annual sales or other incentive compensation.

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As part of Guardians Purpose to inspire well-being we are committed to offering contemporary supportive flexible and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age race color creed religion sex affectional or sexual orientation national origin ancestry marital status disability military or veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

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Visa Sponsorship

Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

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