Compensation Analytics & Insights Analyst

Location: Plano, TX, United States

Job Family: Compensation

About the Role

At JPMorgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with a commitment to innovation and excellence in every aspect of our operations. The Compensation Analytics & Insights Analyst role within our Human Resources division in Plano, TX, is pivotal in supporting our compensation strategies that attract and retain top talent in the competitive banking sector. In this position, you will develop and deliver key compensation reports and solutions, leveraging data analytics to provide stakeholders with deep insights into pay structures, incentives, and equity programs. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects that align with our firm's goals of fostering a high-performance culture while ensuring compliance with stringent financial regulations. As a Compensation Analytics & Insights Analyst, you will collaborate closely with HR partners, Finance teams, and business leaders to analyze compensation data and uncover trends that inform strategic decisions. Your responsibilities will include creating advanced dashboards, conducting benchmarking analyses against industry peers, and supporting the annual compensation cycle with scenario modeling. Working in our state-of-the-art Plano facility, you will utilize cutting-edge tools to handle large datasets from our global operations, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in a highly regulated environment. This is an ideal role for a detail-oriented professional passionate about the intersection of data analytics and human capital management in finance. JPMorgan Chase values professional growth and offers robust development opportunities to help you advance your career. Joining our team means becoming part of a diverse, inclusive organization that prioritizes employee well-being and innovation. If you have a strong foundation in analytics and a keen interest in compensation within the financial services industry, this position provides a platform to make meaningful contributions to one of the world's most admired banks.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain key compensation reports and dashboards to support decision-making for senior stakeholders at JPMorgan Chase
• Analyze compensation data trends, including salary benchmarks, incentive payouts, and equity grants, to provide actionable insights
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to design and implement compensation solutions aligned with business objectives
• Ensure data integrity and compliance with internal policies and financial regulations in all analytics deliverables
• Conduct ad-hoc analyses on compensation metrics to support talent strategy and performance management initiatives
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership through clear visualizations and executive summaries
• Support the annual compensation planning cycle by modeling scenarios and forecasting budget impacts
• Identify opportunities to enhance compensation analytics processes using advanced tools and methodologies
• Monitor industry benchmarks and competitive intelligence to inform JPMorgan Chase's compensation strategies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Statistics, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in compensation analytics, HR analytics, or financial reporting within the financial services industry
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Excel, and Tableau for generating compensation insights
• Strong understanding of compensation structures, including base pay, incentives, and equity in a banking environment
• Experience with large-scale data sets and ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality in regulated financial settings
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including HR, Finance, and Business Units at a global firm like JPMorgan Chase

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Analytics, Data Science, or Human Resources
• Experience with compensation software like Workday or SAP SuccessFactors in financial institutions
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance in compensation reporting (e.g., SEC, Dodd-Frank) for banking sectors
• Prior internship or role at a major financial services company

Required Skills

• Advanced proficiency in SQL for querying large compensation databases
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling and data manipulation
• Experience with visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI for reporting
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex compensation data
• Knowledge of Python or R for statistical analysis in financial contexts
• Excellent communication skills for presenting insights to non-technical stakeholders
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling sensitive financial information
• Project management abilities to deliver reports on tight deadlines
• Understanding of financial services regulations impacting compensation
• Team collaboration and interpersonal skills in a fast-paced banking environment
• Problem-solving mindset for optimizing analytics processes
• Familiarity with HRIS systems like Workday in compensation workflows
• Quantitative skills for benchmarking and forecasting
• Adaptability to evolving compensation trends in the industry

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick days, and parental leave
• Professional development programs and tuition reimbursement for advanced education
• Employee stock purchase plan and performance-based bonuses
• Wellness programs including gym memberships and mental health support
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid options in Plano, TX
• Access to JPMorgan Chase's global employee assistance program

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.