Compensation Analyst – Early Careers

WTW

. Partner with consultants and clients to design work and rewards programs to attract, reward and retain talent .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 - $80,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills and client service capabilities, with a focus on designing and analyzing rewards programs. Proficient in data analysis, financial modeling, and effective communication to present findings and insights to clients.

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Data AnalysisFinancial Impact AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelClient Relationship ManagementQuantitative Research

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisFinancial ModelingMarket Pay BenchmarkingRewards Program DesignAnalytical Reporting

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedProblem SolvingTeam CollaborationStrong Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGenAI Platforms

Industry Keywords

Careers and CompensationIncentive Plan DesignClient DevelopmentQuantitative Course Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with consultants and clients to design work and rewards programs to attract, reward and retain talent
Collaborate with the Data & Analytics team to provide market pay benchmarking and strategic insights
Analyze rewards program design and rewards practices using WTW data, tools and processes
Model pay structures and conduct financial impact analyses of alternative designs
Develop, analyze and calibrate executive and broad-based incentive plan designs
Draft reports and exhibits presenting analytical work to client audiences
Perform industry and financial research
Participate in client meetings and working sessions
Assist with proposals and client-specific business development efforts
Build understanding of client solutions, digital platforms and AI applications
Cultivate internal and client relationships and contribute to business development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Progress towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a business-oriented field or another major with significant quantitative course work
Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
Work experience demonstrating strong analytical and client service skills, such as internships or part-time jobs involving quantitative and qualitative data analysis
Interest in Careers and Compensation demonstrated through work experience, coursework, and/or research assignments
Passion for solving problems and sharing solutions to exceed client standards
Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a close team environment
Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills, including analyzing data and interpreting, summarizing and presenting findings
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with colleagues at all levels
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel
Basic familiarity with GenAI platforms
Local and able to commute to the New York office for this hybrid position
Able to work legally in the United States indefinitely without visa sponsorship
Graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree between May 2026 and June 2027

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual short-term incentive bonus
Medical insurance including prescription coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Commuter Account
Health Care Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Group Accident insurance
Group Critical Illness insurance
Life Insurance
AD&D insurance
Group Legal insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Wellbeing Program
Work/Life Resources including Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays
Annual Paid Time Off
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Bereavement leave
FMLA leave
ADA leave
Jury Duty leave
Military Leave
Parental and Adoption Leave
Paid Time Off (Washington State only)
Contributory Pension Plan
Savings Plan (401k)