Sr. Compensation Analyst (Hybrid)

About the role

With millions of diners, 60,000+ restaurant partners and 25+ years of experience, OpenTable, part of Booking Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: BKNG), is an industry leader with a passion for helping restaurants thrive. Our world-class technology empowers restaurants to focus on what matters most – their team, their guests, and their bottom line – while enabling diners to discover and book the perfect restaurant for every occasion. Every employee at OpenTable has a tangible impact on what we do and how we do it. You’ll also be part of a global team and its portfolio of metasearch brands. Hospitality is all about taking care of others, and it defines our culture.

Responsibilities

• Own the analysis and structuring of efficient global compensation programs to ensure organizational alignment and market competitiveness.
• Support the semi-annual compensation cycles by managing data analysis and troubleshooting technical issues with the HRIS systems team.
• Partner with People Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and Finance to provide data-driven recommendations that support hiring, internal movement, and strategy alignment.
• Develop a deep understanding of the OpenTable organizational structure and business to inform accurate, rigorous market pricing and benchmarking.
• Ensure reporting accuracy and compliance for global stakeholders by managing compensation and equity reporting workstreams with our holding company.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as a Compensation Analyst or in a related analytical field such as Financial Planning.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including experience with macros and VBA for complex data modeling.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver high-quality, error-free work products with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex compensation fundamentals to diverse stakeholders.
• Able to balance competing priorities and drive projects to completion in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Workday’s advanced compensation functionality and HRIS systems.
• Technical proficiency or education related to APIs and SQL queries.
• Background working in high-technology or internet-based environments.
• Experience in both "in-house" and consulting environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, including experience with macros and VBA for complex data modeling.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex compensation fundamentals to diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to balance competing priorities and drive projects to completion in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits and Perks

• Work from (almost) anywhere for up to 20 days per year.
• Focus on mental health and well-being: Company-paid therapy sessions through SpringHealth, Company-paid subscription to Headspace, Annual company-wide week off a year - the whole team fully recharges (and returns without a pile-up of work!)
• Paid parental leave.
• Generous paid vacation + time off for your birthday.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Focus on your career growth: Development Dollars, Leadership development, Access to thousands of on-demand e-learnings, Travel Discounts, Employee Resource Groups, Competitive retirement and health plans.
• Note for MA applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
• The range for this United States located role is $120,000-$140,000.
• We offer a competitive base salary and benefits including: health benefits; flexible spending account; retirement benefits; life insurance; paid time off (including PTO, paid sick leave, medical leave, bereavement leave, floating holidays and paid holidays); and parental leave benefits.
• This role is eligible to be considered for an annual bonus.

Work Environment & Flexibility

At OpenTable, we pride ourselves on fostering a global and dynamic work environment. As a team member with us, you will benefit from a schedule tailored to accommodate a global workforce operating across multiple time zones. While the majority of your responsibilities may align with conventional business hours, there will be instances where you are expected to manage communications - via calls, Slack messages, or emails - outside of regular working hours to effectively collaborate with international colleagues, respond to restaurant partners, and/or address urgent matters.

Inclusion

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. We know the best ideas come when we bring different voices to the table, so we’re building a team as dynamic as the diners and restaurants we serve—and fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome to be themselves.