Manager, Compensation & Benefits Consulting

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute complex compensation and benefits projects.
• Provide expert advice on compensation, taxation, accounting, and business matters related to intricate transactions.
• Conduct competitive market analysis and deliver both quantitative and qualitative insights.
• Possess strong knowledge of executive compensation taxation, including IRS Code sections 83, 162(m), 280G, and 409A.
• Manage multiple executive compensation engagements across various industries, both within and outside of transaction settings.
• Ensure client satisfaction through timely and effective responses to client needs.
• Participate in client meetings and collaborate within teams to provide integrated compensation and benefits solutions.
• Conduct proxy statement studies and analyze publicly available compensation data.
• Design and implement annual and long-term incentive plans.
• Perform statistical analyses of compensation data and assess the financial impact of compensation structures.
• Research and monitor trends in executive and employee compensation.
• Develop and implement compensation programs for bankruptcy cases, including KEIPs, KERPs, MIPs, and severance programs.
• Assist clients with stakeholder communications and negotiations, including interactions with boards of directors, creditors’ committees, and regulatory bodies.
• Support marketing efforts by developing compensation methodologies, contributing to proposals, and conducting surveys.
• Enhance analytical and communication skills while providing value-driven solutions to clients’ complex challenges.

Engagement and Project Management:

• Oversee daily client engagements and supervise project teams.
• Conduct benchmarking and develop reports to support compensation recommendations.
• Design and evaluate incentive programs while considering tax, accounting, and regulatory implications.
• Perform tax calculations and financial modeling to inform client compensation decisions.
• Draft and review technical memos and advisory letters on compensation and benefits matters.
• Ensure accuracy and reliability in all work products, including Excel models and PowerPoint presentations.
• Interpret and apply legal and regulatory guidelines effectively.
• Manage risk, resource allocation, staffing, and financial performance across multiple engagements, including billing, collections, and budgeting.
• Identify key tax issues and provide clear, concise, and well-reasoned analyses.
• Develop and maintain client relationships while demonstrating an understanding of their businesses.
• Oversee day-to-day account management to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.
• Mentor and support Associates and Senior Associates through training, performance feedback, and professional development.
• Balance workload and deadlines to ensure efficiency, quality, and effectiveness in project execution.
• Foster a collaborative environment that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences.
• Contribute to business development by identifying opportunities for additional services, thought leadership, client pitches, and process optimization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• One of the following certifications required: Juris Doctor (JD), Master’s in Taxation, CPA license, or a specialized compensation and benefits certification.
• 5–7 years of experience in compensation and benefits, with a focus on technical issues.
• Strong expertise in executive compensation, statistical analysis, incentive plan design, and pay structure evaluation.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to simplify complex concepts for clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• High motivation to learn, grow, and contribute to the firm’s success.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  

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