Principal Executive Compensation

The Principal Executive Compensation Analyst is a senior-level compensation professional responsible for the design, administration, analysis, and governance of executive compensation programs for senior leaders and executives. This role serves as a trusted advisor to HR leadership, Finance, and executive stakeholders, supporting executive compensation strategy, long-term incentive programs, and Board of Directors and Compensation Committee processes. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in executive compensation, equity and stock-based compensation, market benchmarking, governance, and compensation disclosures. The position requires strong analytical capabilities, exceptional attention to detail, executive presence, and the ability to manage highly confidential information. Responsibilities: Executive Compensation Strategy & Administration • Support the design, implementation, and administration of executive compensation programs, including: • Base salary • Annual incentive plans (STI) • Long-term incentive programs (LTI) • Equity and stock-based awards • Executive retention programs • Conduct market analyses using executive compensation surveys and external benchmark data. • Evaluate executive pay levels against market competitiveness and internal equity principles. • Prepare executive compensation recommendations and supporting analyses for senior leadership decisions. Board and Compensation Committee Support • Lead preparation of Compensation Committee and Board of Directors meeting materials. • Develop high-quality executive compensation presentations, briefing documents, and decision support materials. • Coordinate annual compensation review cycles for executive populations. • Support meeting logistics, documentation, follow-up actions, and governance requirements. Equity & Stock Compensation • Administer executive equity programs including RSUs, PSUs, and other long-term incentives. • Coordinate equity grant processes, vesting schedules, award modeling, and reporting. • Partner with Finance, Legal, Tax, Payroll, and external providers to ensure accurate administration. • Support equity accounting, disclosure requirements, and compliance activities. • Provide executive-level guidance on stock compensation program design and practices. Analytics & Reporting • Develop executive compensation models, scenarios, and financial impact analyses. • Analyze compensation trends, pay equity considerations, retention risks, and incentive outcomes. • Deliver insights and recommendations to senior HR and business leaders. • Serve as a subject matter expert on executive compensation matters. • Mentor junior compensation analysts and share best practices across the Total Rewards function. Qualifications • Minimum 10 years of progressive compensation experience. • Minimum 8 years supporting executive compensation programs. • Significant experience with equity and stock compensation administration. • Experience preparing Board of Directors and Compensation Committee materials. • Strong expertise in executive compensation benchmarking and market analysis. • Advanced Excel, financial modeling, and data analytics skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills with executive-level audiences. • Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and highly sensitive information. • Knowledge of executive compensation governance and corporate board practices. • Familiarity with SuccessFactors or other HRIS and compensation systems. We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process. Videos To Watch https://www.youtube.com/embed/k-zs4tB6nNc