Compensation Analyst – Work and Rewards

WTW

. Partner with consultants and clients to design work and rewards programs that 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 compensation benchmarking, incentive design, and total rewards strategy. Proficient in data analysis and presentation, with a solid understanding of digital platforms and AI applications.

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Analytical SkillsCompensation BenchmarkingIncentive DesignMicrosoft ExcelClient Service Skills

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisFinancial Impact AnalysisPay Structure ModelingExecutive Incentive Plan DesignQuantitative Coursework

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsWritten Communication SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGenAI Platforms

Industry Keywords

Total Rewards StrategyPay EquityPay-for-PerformanceCareer ManagementM&A Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with consultants and clients to design work and rewards programs that attract, reward, and retain talent
Collaborate with the Data & Analytics team to provide market pay benchmarking and strategic insights
Analyze rewards program designs and 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
Gain exposure to compensation benchmarking, base pay programs, job leveling and architecture, incentive design, pay equity, pay-for-performance, career and talent management, M&A support, and total rewards strategy

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 coursework
Minimum overall GPA of 3.0
Graduation with a bachelor’s or master’s degree between May 2026 and June 2027
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
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a close team environment
Strong analytical skills, including analyzing data and interpreting, summarizing, and presenting findings
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interact with colleagues at all levels
Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
Basic familiarity with GenAI platforms
Local to and able to commute to the New York office for this hybrid position
Legally authorized to work indefinitely in the United States without visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

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