Compensation Analyst

About the Team:

The People team at Dow Jones is dedicated to attracting developing and retaining world-class talent that drives our mission forward. As strategic partners we provide comprehensive support across the entire employee lifecycle. Our team includes Talent Acquisition Talent Management People Business Partners Compensation HR Operations Workplace and Securityall working together to create an exceptional employee experience. We champion a culture of inclusion innovation and excellence ensuring our people have the resources support and opportunities they need to thrive and do their best work.

About the Role:

As a Compensation Analyst you will serve as a trusted advisor to People leaders and business stakeholders on compensation strategy programs and pay decisions. You will leverage market data internal pay insights and business context to provide thoughtful data-driven recommendations that support attracting motivating and retaining talent.

You will partner closely with HRBPs Talent Finance and business leaders to deliver compensation programs including annual pay reviews promotions incentives and other reward initiatives. You will also help ensure our compensation practices remain competitive equitable consistent and aligned with our broader talent and business strategy.

You will be part of the People team and report directly to the Manager Compensation. This role will sit in NYC and be 3 days in the office.

You Will:

• Partner with Compensation team members People Business Partners and business leaders to provide compensation guidance on pay decisions promotions job changes new hires retention and other compensation matters.

• Build an understanding of business and organizational needs and apply compensation principles market data internal equity and established guidelines to develop practical recommendations.

• Conduct compensation analysis using market benchmarks internal pay data job evaluations salary structures and other compensation insights to assess pay positioning competitiveness and equity.

• Support leaders and People Business Partners through annual compensation cycles and ongoing compensation decisions including merit promotions incentive planning and other pay programs.

• Identify and communicate compensation trends potential pay compression equity concerns market positioning issues and other areas that may require further review.

• Translate compensation data and analysis into clear concise insights that help People and business leaders understand their options and the factors that should be considered in compensation decisions.

• Develop and deliver compensation reporting and analytics for business and People leadership using data to identify trends inform decisions and support effective compensation practices.

• Build relationships and develop a strong understanding of the business while continuing to grow compensation consulting and advisory capabilities and increasing independence in managing more complex compensation matters.

You Have:

• 2 years of experience in compensation HR or a related field with experience providing compensation guidance to HR or business stakeholders.

• Experience with market benchmarking job evaluation salary structures pay equity and compensation program administration.

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret compensation data and turn insights into practical business recommendations.

• Strong business partnering and communication skills with the ability to confidently advise and influence leaders at varying levels.

• Experience working with HR systems compensation and data analysis tools; advanced Excel skills preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive compensation information with a high degree of discretion.

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Finance or a related field or equivalent experience.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare Plans

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive Insurance Plans

• Lifestyle Programs & Wellness Resources

• Education Benefits

• Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support

• Commuter Transit Program

• Subscription Discounts

• Employee Referral Program

• Financial Health Programs

• Cybersecurity Protection

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Business Area:

Dow Jones - People

Job Category:

Human Resources

Union Status:

Non-Union role

Base Pay Range: $80000 - $100000

Were committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidates experience skills location and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles targets are determined based on multiple considerations including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health retirement wellbeing and more along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.