Principal Consultant Executive Comp, Stock & M&A

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About the Team

About the Role

The Executive Compensation M&A and Stock Analyst is responsible for leading the development and maintaining the companys executive compensation program (at the Vice President level and above). This includes researching and analyzing market data designing and implementing compensation plans and partnering on communication materials. They are also responsible for developing and implementing compensation strategies for mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This includes designing and negotiating compensation packages advising on employee retention strategies and managing the integration of compensation programs during M&A transactions. Lastly this role will play a part in managing our company-wide and executive stock compensation programs.

About You

Basic Qualifications

• Research and analyze market data to determine competitive compensation levels for executives

• Design and implement executive compensation plans including base salary bonuses and stock

• Evaluate internal and market competitiveness and make recommendations for compensation adjustments

• Partner with the Legal team to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing executive compensation

• Prepare Compensation Committee materials and participate in review meetings

• Stay up-to-date on trends in executive compensation and best practices

• Provide advice and guidance to senior management on executive compensation issues

• Research and analyze market data to determine competitive compensation levels for employees that are part of an acquisition

• Advise on employee retention strategies during M&A transactions

• Manage the integration of compensation programs during M&A transactions

• Review all aspects of our stock compensation programs including grant levels participation rates expense forecasts and provide recommendations to most effectively manage the program

Other Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong analytical and modeling skills

• Strong ability to manage and prioritize high volume activities and manage multiple deadlines

• Problem solver able to troubleshoot issues independently or escalate when appropriate

• Exceptional detail orientation strong project management and organizational skills

• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills with the ability to understand and communicate the meaning of the data being presented

• Understanding of standard methodologies around compensation processes

• Experience with data compilation manipulation and analytics

• Advanced proficiency with Excel Word PowerPoint and the Google Suite

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidates compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including but not limited to geography experience skills job duties and business need among other things. For more information regarding Workdays comprehensive benefits please click here.

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