Compensation Strategist

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Compensation Strategist to join our Talent & Culture organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in compensation design and a passion for delivering real results for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead the compensation strategy, design and payout process for the Business Development (Sales & Alliances) organization
Liaise with Business Development (Sales & Alliances) leaders to design all sales plans that meet business needs; own and execute sales plans and update as needed
Analyze market compensation survey results and advise client group on competitive position, market trends and insights; provide complex market analyses, recommendations and solutions to compensation issues that arise during the year; develop strategic presentations for leadership
Develop year-end compensation salary increase guidelines, analyze budget versus spend and offer guidance and insights around performance development and compensation processes
Work with Finance and Accounting throughout the year to project variable compensation and determine variable compensation accruals for formulaic plans
Collaborate with HR Business Advisors and leaders in client group to benchmark roles, advise on job description development, make recommendations on job levels and assess competitive pay levels

Requirements:
Minimum five years of recent, broad-based compensation experience, with a primary focus on sales compensation design; experience in consulting/services industry a plus
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
Microsoft Office applications proficiency including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
Strong analytic aptitude, including the capacity to communicate insights drawn from data using data visualization and written conclusions; possess complex analytical, organizational, and influencing skills
Excellent project management skills including robust follow-up and detail tracking; knowledge of compensation and benefits subjects; ability to handle multiple priorities and produce work at volume, being a team player with positive attitude with a strong capacity to work with limited supervision

What We Offer:
KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

How to Apply:
Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them. KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. The firm is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides two firmwide breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday.

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