
Analyst, Compensation and People Operations
New York, NY at a glance
- Rent
- #3 of 51$4,100/mo+44% vs US avg
- Weather
- #21 of 51186 mild days15 hot · 77 cold
- Income tax
- #3 of 5110.9% top rateNew York
What you need
- 2+ yrs broad-based compensation experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience
- Proficient in compensation benchmarking tools, HRIS, Excel
- Strong analytical skills for compensation data and market trends
- Clear presentation skills for complex compensation concepts
What you'll do
- Assist in compensation strategy development and execution
- Conduct market research and benchmarking analyses
- Support annual compensation planning and executive reporting
- Manage compensation data in UKG Ready and prepare reports
- Coordinate equity grants, immigration, benefits administration
ABOUT THE POSITIONABOUT THE POSITION
You will play a vital role in translating Generate’s compensation philosophy into world-class programs that attract, motivate, and retain top talent. Partnering with Finance, Legal, the Talent Team, and external consultants, you will ensure our compensation programs are market-driven, well-designed, and clearly communicated. You’re quantitatively inclined, fluent in Excel, and excited about solving highly complex problems. You have a service-oriented mindset and are comfortable interfacing with Generate’s broader employee base, acting as a central source of knowledge for all things compensation.
Additionally, this role will have exposure to the broader People Operations functions with the opportunity to learn about and influence areas such as HR systems, management reporting, immigration, policies, benefits, and payroll.
What you will be doing at Generate Capital as the Compensation & People Operations Analyst
Assist in the development and execution of the company’s compensation strategy, including base salary, bonus, and long-term incentives
Conduct market research and benchmarking analyses to ensure competitive compensation practices, and provide recommendations on compensation trends, best practices, and industry standards
Support the implementation and management of a new compensation system
Support the annual compensation planning process, including data collection, analysis, and reporting findings to the Executive Team and Board of Directors
Partner with the People and Finance teams to prepare accurate compensation budgets and forecasts, and ensure timeline processing of equity grants, vesting, and exercise activities
Collaborate closely with the Talent team and senior leaders to ensure alignment between compensation and performance management processes
Interface directly with leaders of the business to advise on key decisions, process milestones and developments in the broader market related to compensation
Develop and deliver communication materials and educational content for employees on compensation and equity programs, including developing offer letters, equity plan documents, participant guides, etc.
Maintain accurate employee and compensation data in UKG Ready and related systems, run data audits, and prepare recurring and ad hoc workforce reports
Support system implementations and improvements through data preparation, testing, issue tracking, and documentation of processes and controls
Help coordinate immigration cases with external counsel by collecting documentation, tracking deadlines, and keeping case records current
Support benefits administration and open enrollment through data checks, enrollment materials, eligibility updates, and coordination with benefits partners
Prepare and reconcile approved compensation changes and one-time payments with Payroll, and help investigate discrepancies
Candidate qualifications & core characteristics:
A demonstrated passion for, or commitment to, our mission
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
Ideally 2+ years of compensation experience in broad-based compensation, compensation consulting, and people operations
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret compensation data and market trends
Proficient in using compensation benchmarking tools, HRIS systems, and strong aptitude in Microsoft Excel
Clear and confident presentation skills; capable of conveying complex concepts across stakeholder groups
Strong team player, with proven ability to drive results both collaboratively and independently
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Unimpeachable integrity and glowing references
High level of self-awareness and humility, with excitement about confronting uncomfortable situations or new challenges
Generate’s compensation packages are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Salary decisions take into account a wide variety of factors including, but not limited to: skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $90,000-$125,000. In addition, the compensation package may include a discretionary bonus and other benefits, including health care benefits, retirement benefits, benefits permitting paid days off (including sick leave, parental leave, and paid time off or vacation benefits), and other benefits that must be reported for federal tax purposes. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of this range.
Generate Capital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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About Generate
Generate is a tech-enabled architecture platform. We are committed to the sustainable development of cities, and specialize in streamlining the design and delivery of mass timber through our pre-vetted building solutions and generative systems.
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