Analyst/Sr Analyst, Compensation (Dallas, TX, US)

American Airlines • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

The Analyst, Compensation is a member of the Global Compensation, Mobility, and People Support team within the People Division. This role supports the design, implementation, and administration of the company's compensation programs. The Analyst takes a consultative approach to supporting business units, partnering closely with HR and operational leaders to provide strategic guidance, data-driven insights, and market-informed recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent experience/training
• 3+ years of experience in Compensation, Finance, or similar analytical role
• Prior experience managing multiple projects concurrently while providing strong customer service
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.
• Effective communicator with ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Work experience in analytical role
• Advanced Excel skills
• High level of professionalism, discretion and objectivity
• Ability to apply appropriate judgment and discretion in completing work assignments to ensure confidentiality of employee compensation data
• Detail-oriented with ability to work in fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience presenting to leadership
• Familiarity with operational environments (e.g., airport, maintenance, flight operations)

Responsibilities

• Serves as a trusted advisor to HR and business leaders on compensation matters, providing consultative support for hiring, promotions, organizational design, and compensation decisions
• Performs compensation analyses and job evaluations to support business decisions and maintain internal equity
• Develops and delivers clear, data-driven compensation recommendations tailored to specific business contexts
• Assists with annual compensation processes, including merit planning, salary structure adjustments, and incentive plan administration
• Participates in salary surveys and uses market data to price jobs and benchmark compensation practices against the external market
• Contributes to the development and refinement of pay structures and compensation models
• Conducts develops and maintains job descriptions, and ensures alignment with internal structures and market benchmarks
• Prepares reports, dashboards, and ad hoc analyses to inform decision-making and track compensation trends
• Creates one-page learning tools, presentation materials, and communications to explain compensation programs and updates to business audiences
• Participates in compensation-related system testing, process improvements, and policy development
• Ensures compliance with internal policies and external regulations related to compensation
• Ability to travel to represent the Company at airline industry conferences or to meet/work with Compensation and Human Resource counterparts, as needed

Benefits

• Travel Perks: You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: Access to health, dental, prescription and vision benefits from day one.
• Wellness Programs: Programs providing tools, resources and support for personal well-being.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire with employer contributions after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Air Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees