Executive Compensation Consultant - Total Rewards

Wells Fargo Bank•Charlotte, NC

4d•$68,000 - $114,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Executive Compensation Consultant Overview: Wells Fargo is seeking a Compensation Consultant to join our Total Rewards Executive Compensation Team. This influential role will provide strategic consultation on executive compensation strategies to support business objectives and ensure market competitiveness. This position plays a key role in executive compensation programs, advising the business on complex matters related to executive compensation, and partnering with stakeholders to successfully deliver executive compensation programs and processes, while ensuring alignment with governance and compliance standards. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Partner: Serve as a trusted advisor and key partner to senior HR Leadership, Legal, and Finance by fostering open communication, understanding stakeholder needs, and delivering value-added executive compensation support Develop and maintain strong partnerships with cross functional teams, including HR, Finance, Legal, the Chief Operating Office, and Total Rewards Communities of Excellence to ensure alignment and consistency in executive compensation disclosures and practices Business Literacy and Analysis: Leverage business knowledge and acumen for executive compensation and Proxy analysis Assess business priorities and analyze executive compensation data and trends to deliver forward-thinking actionable recommendations to senior leadership that align pay strategies with organizational goals, talent needs and market dynamics in an executive-ready manner Execution: Participate in all aspects of the Operating Committee (OC) Performance Management process Support in the preparation of meeting materials for the Board of Directors Human Resource Committee (HRC) ensuring all materials and reporting requirements are thorough, accurate, and achieved in a timely manner, and collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Legal, and Risk departments on related matters as needed Support executive compensation for the OC which requires Human Resources Committee (HRC) of the Board of Directors decisioning and approval, including the annual pay process for existing executives, and supporting key external new hires or internal promotions Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to inform executive compensation decisions and maintain competitiveness in alignment with business priorities Assist in the drafting of narrative for the Compensation Discussion & Analysis (CD&A) of the annual Proxy statement, along with all required disclosures Own calculations for the Stock Ownership Policy and Perquisites Ensure business-specific executive compensation practices comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and risk management standards Partner with external consulting firms on market pricing, surveys, and other ad hoc projects

Requirements

2+ years of Compensation or Analytics experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Nice To Haves

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to advise senior stakeholders and influence outcomes
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, and evaluate data to make informed decisions about executive compensation structures and market competitiveness that align with business needs
Strong excel skills and ability to create polished presentations
Experience collecting and analyzing market data to evaluate executive positions and provide strategic guidance
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all organizational levels, where flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability are critical
Strong executive presence and confidence in presenting to senior leadership
Understanding of SEC rules and regulations
Must be able to work with sensitive/confidential information
Familiarity with external market data sources and benchmarking methodologies
Knowledge of executive compensation governance, compliance, and risk management practices
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Workday; experience with data insights and reporting tools.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and navigate ambiguity with sound judgment and autonomy

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor and key partner to senior HR Leadership, Legal, and Finance
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with cross functional teams, including HR, Finance, Legal, the Chief Operating Office, and Total Rewards Communities of Excellence
Leverage business knowledge and acumen for executive compensation and Proxy analysis
Assess business priorities and analyze executive compensation data and trends
Participate in all aspects of the Operating Committee (OC) Performance Management process
Support in the preparation of meeting materials for the Board of Directors Human Resource Committee (HRC)
Support executive compensation for the OC which requires Human Resources Committee (HRC) of the Board of Directors decisioning and approval
Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to inform executive compensation decisions and maintain competitiveness
Assist in the drafting of narrative for the Compensation Discussion & Analysis (CD&A) of the annual Proxy statement, along with all required disclosures
Own calculations for the Stock Ownership Policy and Perquisites
Ensure business-specific executive compensation practices comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and risk management standards
Partner with external consulting firms on market pricing, surveys, and other ad hoc projects