Executive Compensation Specialist
About the role
We are seeking an Executive Compensation Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role plays a high-impact role in shaping and optimizing our organization's total rewards programs.
Responsibilities
- Support the development, evolution, and governance of executive compensation programs
- Conduct regular market research to stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and emerging compensation strategies
- Manage the administration of the annual incentive program and multiple equity programs
- Benchmark our compensation programs against industry peers and provide insights as appropriate
- Support the creation of high-quality, decision-ready materials for senior leadership and the Compensation Committee
- Lead the development of clear, compelling communication strategies and materials for executive compensation programs
- Support compliance with SEC regulations, IRS rules (e.g., 409A, 162(m)), and other relevant governance requirements
- Establish and uphold robust documentation processes and audit trails for executive compensation decisions
- Contribute to the preparation of public disclosures, when relevant
Requirements
You must have prior experience with executive compensation in a publicly traded company or in reward consulting. Hands-on experience with equity programs, strong analytical and modeling skills, excellent communication and negotiation abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and ability to produce quality results in a highly matrixed, fast-paced environment are required.
Qualifications
- Five (5) years of progressive Compensation experience
- Prior experience in a large global company and/or in reward consulting
- Prior experience in a private-equity portfolio company
- Prior experience supporting M&A and/or taking a company through an IPO
- Experience with Workday HCM
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation is a plus
Skills
You should be able to evaluate the pros, cons, risks, and benefits of different solution options, carefully considering relevant factors and applying sound decision-making principles. You should continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and effectively communicate across settings.
Location
The role can be hybrid/flexible with candidates willing to travel on a regular basis to St. Louis and/or other company locations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five (5) years of progressive Compensation experience
- Prior experience in a large global company and/or in reward consulting
- Prior experience in a private-equity portfolio company
- Prior experience supporting M&A and/or taking a company through an IPO
- Experience with Workday HCM
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation is a plus
Benefits
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Schedule
The role can be hybrid/flexible with candidates willing to travel on a regular basis to St. Louis and/or other company locations.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.