Senior Compensation Analyst (Fintech)

TL;DR

Senior Compensation Analyst (Fintech): Designing and managing compensation models and analytics to attract and retain top talent with an accent on scalability, market benchmarking, and data-driven pay decisions. Focus on building automated tooling, integrating AI into HR operations, and executing complex variable compensation cycles.

Location: Must be based in Chicago, IL; Menlo Park, CA; or New York, NY with in-person attendance expected at least 3-5 days per week.

Salary: $106,000 - $160,000 USD (depending on location zone)

Company

A financial services platform on a mission to democratize finance for all.

What you will do

• Develop scalable compensation models for market benchmarking, budget planning, and scenario analysis.
• Drive survey participation, job matching, and market pricing to ensure global pay competitiveness.
• Administer annual merit, promotion, and variable incentive compensation cycles end-to-end.
• Enhance compensation tooling, job catalogs, and databases to reduce manual errors via automation.
• Support M&A integration by harmonizing pay structures and performing due diligence.
• Implement AI tools to streamline benchmarking, reporting, and internal communications.

Requirements

• 4–6 years of experience in compensation analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and Google Sheets for modeling large datasets.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS and benchmarking tools.
• Experience administering broad-based and variable/incentive compensation.
• Ability to translate complex data analysis into actionable business recommendations.
• Must be based in the US (specifically CA, NY, or IL).

Culture & Benefits

• Performance-driven compensation including bonuses and equity ownership.
• 100% paid health insurance for employees and 90% for dependents.
• 401(k) matching and a flexible lifestyle wallet for wellness and learning.
• Comprehensive leave policy including paid time off, sick time, and parental leave.
• On-site perks such as catered meals and high-quality workspaces.