Executive Compensation Analyst

CDW•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Executive Compensation Analyst supports the design, implementation, analysis, and administration of CDW’s executive compensation programs, including day-to-day administration of long-term incentive and deferred compensation plans. The role provides expertise on executive pay data, equity governance, and Compensation Committee support, partnering with Human Resources, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership to help ensure programs are competitive, compliant, and accurately administered. The analyst supports proxy statement preparation and Compensation Committee materials; leads executive job leveling, compensation benchmarking, and market-positioning recommendations; and develops and models compensation offers. The role partners with Finance on equity expense forecasting and stock-based compensation accounting, coordinates with external compensation consultants, and supports effective equity plan management. It also administers equity awards and deferred compensation, reviews stock-compensation regulatory filings with the Stock Plan Administrator and Legal, and improves processes, controls, and automation. The analyst may mentor junior team members and lead or participate in special projects. CDW encourages curiosity, learning, and thoughtful, responsible use of AI as the company integrates evolving technology into its work. The company describes its environment as collaborative and supportive, where coworkers work together, learn continuously, and contribute to customer and community impact.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 3 or more years of experience in an analytical role, preferably in Compensation or Finance; alternatively, 7 or more years of experience in an analytical role, preferably in Compensation or Finance.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills, with accuracy and attention to detail.
Advanced mathematical skills, financial knowledge, Excel skills, and spreadsheet analysis.
Ability to handle highly confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
Ability to work independently under pressing deadlines, prioritize tasks, and remain flexible as priorities change.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex data clearly and collaborate across the organization and with coworkers at all levels, including senior leadership.

Nice To Haves

Executive compensation experience at a public company or compensation consulting firm.
Experience with stock plan administration platforms such as Fidelity, ETRADE, Morgan Stanley Shareworks, or Certent.
Familiarity with SEC proxy disclosure requirements and Section 16 reporting.
Certified Equity Professional (CEP) or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification, or progress toward one.
Experience with Workday or a similar HRIS.

Responsibilities

Support proxy statement preparation, including executive compensation tables, the Compensation Discussion and Analysis (CD&A), and related disclosures.
Lead executive job leveling and compensation benchmarking using peer group data, published surveys, and proxy analysis.
Recommend market positioning for executive roles.
Develop and model internal and external executive-level compensation offers, considering market competitiveness and fairness relative to current executives.
Prepare Compensation Committee materials, including analytics, reports, and presentations for senior leadership and the Board.
Partner with Finance on equity expense forecasting, share usage and burn rate analysis, and accounting for stock-based compensation.
Coordinate with external compensation consultants on peer group reviews, market studies, and program design recommendations.
Partner cross-functionally on equity compensation program management, including plan design, documentation, and communications to coworkers.
Identify and implement process improvements, controls, and automation to improve accuracy and efficiency in executive compensation administration.
Serve as a resource and mentor to junior team members on executive compensation processes and tools.
Lead or participate in special compensation projects and perform other duties as assigned.
Support stock plan administration, including the grant and vest cycle for equity awards, award agreements, participant communications, data integrity, and reconciliation with the stock plan administrator and payroll.
Administer the deferred compensation plan, including enrollment, contribution tracking, distributions, and vendor partnership.
Review regulatory filings for stock compensation transactions, including Section 16 Forms 3, 4, and 5, in partnership with the Stock Plan Administrator and Legal.