Compensation Associate – Rewards Data Intelligence

WTW•Stamford, CT

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

At WTW, we are a global network of senior HR and Compensation consultants serving top financial services clients. With deep industry expertise, we deliver compensation surveys, advanced analytics, market practice insights, and integrated solutions that help organizations design and manage competitive pay programs. As a Compensation Associate, you will manage multiple survey projects and contribute to high-profile consulting engagements within our Global Financial Services Industry group. This is a unique opportunity to influence compensation strategies across leading financial institutions worldwide.

Requirements

1–3 years of compensation survey experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Corporate exposure through internships, part-time roles, or related education
Willingness to travel occasionally for client meetings
Strong analytical and project management abilities
Exceptional organizational and time management skills
Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Results-driven mindset focused on business success
Proficiency in databases and Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); advanced Excel skills preferred

Nice To Haves

Background in Human Resources or prior consulting experience
Advanced Excel expertise (statistical analysis, graphs, lookups, formulas)
Experience working with global financial services clients
Familiarity with compensation program design and market practice reporting

Responsibilities

Manage the full compensation survey cycle from launch to report delivery, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timely results
Serve as the primary client contact, leading job matching sessions and resolving data issues
Deliver clear insights that strengthen client relationships and drive survey participation
Analyze large datasets and interpret compensation trends
Prepare impactful reports and presentations
Support bespoke consulting projects, including benchmarking, incentive plan design, and regulatory updates
Contribute to broader initiatives such as industry research, training, and business development

Benefits

Medical (including prescription coverage)
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account
Commuter Account
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Group Accident
Group Critical Illness
Life Insurance
AD&D
Group Legal
Identify Theft Protection
Wellbeing Program
Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
Paid Holidays
Annual Paid Time Off (includes state/local paid leave where required)
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave)
Qualified contributory pension plan (if eligible)
401(k) plan with annual nonelective company contribution
Annual short-term incentive bonus