Global Compensation Analyst

Responsibilities

• Understand, apply, iterate, and actively reinforce the company’s Job Architecture and leveling framework to ensure consistency and clarity across roles globally.
• Support the design and evolution of compensation programs by leveraging the framework to drive simplification, standardization, and internal equity.
• Partner with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition to ensure roles are appropriately leveled and aligned to organizational strategy.
• Conduct thorough job evaluations and market pricing using Aon Radford as the primary survey source, along with other providers (e.g., Mercer, WTW, Culpepper).
• Deliver strategic guidance to HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders to maintain market competitiveness while reinforcing internal equity.
• Support pricing for new roles, promotions, reorganizations, and structural changes.
• Partner with Finance and Sales Operations to support the design, operation, and governance of commission and incentive compensation plans.
• Aid in plan modeling, cost analysis, and scenario testing to ensure pay-for-performance alignment and financial sustainability.
• Review commission structures to ensure consistency with job levels, pay mix, and compensation philosophy.
• Support execution of annual compensation processes, including merit increases and incentive programs, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Analyze outcomes for equity, compression, and competitiveness, and support leadership review discussions.
• Serve as a key point of contact for HR teams across regions, providing day-to-day guidance on compensation inquiries and ensuring consistent application of policies and practices.
• Provide subject-matter-expert guidance to HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, managers, and employees to support informed decision-making.
• Regularly audit compensation data in Workday HCM to ensure accuracy; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain documentation, controls, and audit-ready records appropriate for a public company environment.
• Contribute to ad-hoc analyses and strategic compensation initiatives that support business needs and enhance program effectiveness.
• Develop compensation reporting and analytics to provide clear, actionable insights for HR, Finance, and leadership.
• Support continuous improvement of compensation processes, tools, and governance.

Qualifications

• 3–6+ years of experience in compensation or total rewards
• Hands-on experience with market pricing and survey data, including Aon Radford
• Experience supporting sales incentive or commission plans
• Strong analytical and Excel skills (modeling, pivot tables, lookups)
• Working knowledge of job architecture, leveling frameworks, and salary banding
• High attention to detail, discretion, and sound judgment in handling confidential information

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Unlimited PTO
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employee Equity
• Employee Discounts, Virtual Wellness Classes, and Pet Insurance and more!!

PAY

The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $130,000, depending on location and experience.

People & Culture at Zeta

Zeta considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Zeta discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

We’re committed to building a workplace culture of trust and belonging, so everyone feels invited to bring their whole selves to work. We provide a forum for employees to celebrate, support and advocate for one another. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion here: https://zetaglobal.com/blog/a-look-into-zetas-ergs/

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