Compensation Analyst

Job Title: Compensation AnalystJob Description

The Compensation Specialist will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and managing compensation programs that attract and retain talent across the company. You will be responsible for analyzing market data, ensuring compliance with global compensation regulations, and providing strategic guidance on equity-based compensation. Your expertise will help support the company’s growth and scale while fostering a competitive and fair compensation structure across both domestic and international markets.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to develop and refine compensation strategies that align with company goals, industry benchmarks, and talent needs.
• Manage and administer the company’s equity compensation programs, including stock options, RSUs, and other equity-based incentives.
• Conduct regular salary benchmarking and compensation market analysis to ensure competitive pay practices.
• Execute compensation programs for international teams, taking into account regional market trends, currency differences, taxation, and local compliance requirements.
• Use data analytics to provide insights and recommendations on compensation trends, program effectiveness, and employee retention.
• Provide support and education to employees regarding compensation policies, including equity programs.
• Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership to ensure alignment on compensation-related decisions.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of compensation programs, making recommendations for adjustments and improvements.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in compensation, with at least 2 years focused on equity compensation management and global compensation strategies for Pre-IPO companies.
• Proven experience designing and implementing compensation programs in a startup or high-growth environment.
• Deep knowledge of compensation principles, job evaluation, salary benchmarking, and equity compensation programs (stock options, RSUs, ESPPs, etc.).
• Expertise in domestic and international compensation practices, including regulatory requirements and tax implications.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret compensation data and present insights to leadership.
• Experience with compensation management software (e.g., Workday, PayScale, Carta, or similar).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• A Master’s degree or professional certifications (e.g., CCP, GRP) is a plus.
• Experience with Radford Data Leveraging, Compensation Benchmarking tools.
• Startup experience.
• People leadership skills.
• Versatility, adaptability, and willingness to work onsite.
• Ability to partner with TA/HR.
• Flexibility and executive partnerships with C-level executives.

Work Environment

This is an in-office role, Monday to Friday during business hours. The work environment is business casual, reflecting a start-up style atmosphere. The company offers comprehensive health insurance plans, generous PTO and holidays, paid parental leave, competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, a 401(k) plan with company match, stock options, and various insurance options. Additional perks include free lunch and unlimited drinks and snacks in the office.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $32.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 18, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.