Sr. Compensation Analyst

Axon•Sterling, VA

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

Axon is on a mission to Protect Life, pursuing critical safety and justice issues with an ecosystem of devices and cloud software. The company fosters a fast-paced, challenging, and meaningful environment where employees take ownership and drive change. As a Senior Compensation Analyst, you will be crucial in attracting, rewarding, and retaining top talent globally. You will collaborate with HR, Talent Acquisition, and business leadership to design and implement data-driven compensation strategies that support Axon’s growth and performance culture. This role requires blending analytical rigor with creative problem-solving, utilizing tools like AI, automation, and advanced data visualization to modernize compensation insights. You will help scale global Total Rewards programs, ensure equity and competitiveness, and directly contribute to Axon's mission.

Requirements

Bachelor's in analytical fields such as finance, accounting, business administration, or economics
4-6 years of progressive compensation and/or HR partner experience with increasing levels of responsibility orchestrating end-to-end compensation offerings from innovative strategy and design to effective implementation and continuous improvement, with a focus on automated solutions and the employee experience.
Advanced analytical (Excel) and problem-solving skills
Proficient with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Experience managing highly complex projects
Excellent time management
Strong interpersonal and communication (written and verbal) skills

Nice To Haves

International compensation experience is a plus
Exposure to and/or interest in Benefits projects

Responsibilities

Serve as the Compensation Partner for a specific line of business, collaborating closely with that vertical’s HR Leader to advise on all compensation-related topics, including offers, promotions, pay structures, and retention strategies.
Own and lead major compensation programs such as Axon’s annual pay equity analysis, year-end compensation cycle, and/or XSP stock processes, ensuring rigor, equity, and flawless execution.
Design, develop, and communicate global compensation programs that are market-competitive, scalable, and aligned to Axon’s business strategy.
Conduct job evaluations, job leveling, and provide salary recommendations ensuring internal equity and external competitiveness across all regions.
Partner with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition on complex internal and external offers; guide leaders with clear compensation storytelling and market context.
Lead or support key annual processes — including salary planning, incentive design, and equity reviews — partnering with HRIS, Payroll, and Stock teams.
Use AI and automation tools to improve compensation analytics, streamline reporting, and enhance decision-making — e.g., building dashboards, modeling market trends, and summarizing data-driven insights.
Contribute to the development and governance of Axon’s job architecture, career frameworks, and pay structures that reward performance and impact.
Analyze effectiveness and competitiveness of existing programs and model alternative scenarios to support business planning.
Manage compliance with relevant pay regulations and maintain audit-ready documentation for global programs.