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Description
Join our team as an Executive Compensation Associate and work alongside some of the industry's leading consultants on high-impact client projects. From day one, you'll gain hands-on experience with real assignments that challenge your analytical thinking, business insight, and problem-solving skills. You'll play a key role in collecting and interpreting data, presenting findings, and shaping strategies for top-tier clients. Along the way, you'll build deep technical expertise through structured learning tailored to your role—all while developing a strong foundation in executive compensation and the broader industry landscape.
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Role
Excellence
Develop technical knowledge and skills in the area of Executive Compensation
Deliver on projects to meet or exceed internal or client expectations
Contribute to sales and marketing efforts by supplying information for proposals
Apply financial rigour through accurate time recording and invoicing
Clients
Partner with consultants and clients to design strategies to attract, reward and retain talent
Help our clients ensure that their executive reward programs are competitive by performing competitive benchmarking analyses
Perform industry and financial research related to compensation strategy and design
Develop pay structures and incentive designs that help support companies' business strategies
Value equity awards through the application of financial formulas
Participate in the design and conduct of custom compensation surveys
Assist clients in their review and preparation of public disclosures, regulatory filings and plan documentation
Identify competitive best practices and emerging trends in executive compensation; monitor evolving regulatory, legislative and shareholder developments and report issues that may impact the client's approach to compensation strategy and design
Increase efficiency within client teams by identifying ways to improve processes
People
Build relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams
Team player; Ability to work independently as well as in a team
Qualifications
What you'll bring:
Technical
Experience as a compensation Associate, a genuine interest in this field as well as the ability to do the following:
Conduct custom compensation surveys
Perform industry and financial research related to compensation strategy and design
Perform analyses of competitive compensation levels
Develop pay structures and analyzing the mix between fixed and variable pay
Learn incentive plan design
Value stock option grants
Advanced MS Excel skills required
Develop the technical skills required to perform quality review of work product completed by analysts in preparation for client delivery
Interpersonal
A problem solver; able to identify and solve challenging problems
Analytical; able to draw conclusions from data in a logical, systematic way
Conceptual; ability to go beyond the detailsn and see the big picture
Results-driven; focused on achieving results that promote business success
Communicator; displays strong oral, written and public speaking skills
Organized; able to work and think in a methodical and orderly way
Committed to quality; continuously works to achieve the highest quality standards
Ability to carry out assignments with minimal supervision
Ability to manage own workload efficiently to full fill commitments in a timely manner
Bachelors or Masters degree in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics or any other major with significant quantitative course work, and a strong academic record
What we offer
Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.
We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle-to-work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. xxuwjjq Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We're committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email
Executive Compensation Consultant in Bristol employer: WTW
WTW is an exceptional employer that prioritises inclusivity and employee wellbeing, offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes 25 days of annual leave, private healthcare, and a defined contribution pension scheme. The work culture fosters professional growth through hybrid working options and opportunities to engage in meaningful community service, making it an ideal environment for those looking to develop their careers while contributing positively to society.
