Executive Compensation Analyst

CDW•Vernon Hills, IL

3d•$79,000 - $92,000

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 plans and the deferred compensation plan. The role serves as a resource for 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 position supports proxy statement preparation and executive compensation disclosures; conducts executive job leveling and compensation benchmarking; develops and models executive compensation offers; and prepares analytics, reports, and presentations for the Compensation Committee, senior leadership, and the Board. It partners with Finance on equity expense forecasting, share usage, burn rate analysis, and stock-based compensation accounting, and coordinates with external compensation consultants on peer reviews, market studies, and program design. The analyst also supports equity program management and stock plan administration across the full grant and vest cycle, including award agreements, participant communications, data integrity, and reconciliation with the stock plan administrator and payroll. The role administers the deferred compensation plan, reviews stock compensation regulatory filings including Section 16 reports, improves processes and controls, mentors junior team members, and supports special projects and other assigned duties. CDW describes itself as an AI-fluent organization that values curiosity, learning, responsible experimentation, and the use of AI to augment human creativity and decision-making. The stated pay range is $79,000–$92,000, depending on experience and skill set; salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials. CDW describes itself as a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider and an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in an analytical role, preferably in Compensation or Finance; alternatively, at least 7 years of experience in an analytical role, preferably in Compensation or Finance.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills, with a high level of 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, E*TRADE, 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, ensuring 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 to support equity compensation program management, including plan design, documentation, and communication 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 full 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 reporting (Forms 3, 4, and 5), in partnership with the Stock Plan Administrator and Legal.