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Compensation Analyst

AT MarketAxess
MarketAxess

Compensation Analyst

New York, NY

About Us 

MarketAxess is on a journey to digitally transform one of the world’s largest financial markets, enabling the shift from analog, phone-based trading to a fully electronic marketplace. Why does this matter? Because our platform makes trading fixed-income more accessible, ultimately improving transparency, efficiency, and competition in the marketplace. Changing the way an established industry transacts is no easy feat. There will be twists and turns, because no one’s ever done this before. But now, more than 2,000 clients around the world rely on our solutions, and that number is only expected to grow in the years ahead. We know where we’re going. How we get there is up to us. Join us and help Take Us There. 

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The Role  

We are seeking a Compensation Analyst to join our HR TeamThe Compensation Analyst will be an analytical individual who is detail orientated and enjoys being a collaborative team player. They will be responsible for supporting analytics, planning, administration, and implementation of compensation benchmarking and structure. This individual will be cross functionally working with human resources business partners, recruiting partners, and different levels of management in efforts to contribute to the overall success of the company’s compensation framework. Reporting directly to the Global Head of Compensation, this role will support end-to-end compensation-related processes for 950 employees across 10 different countries.  

How You'll Help Take Us There 

  • Prepare materials for the Compensation and Talent Committee of the Board of Directors in both Excel and PowerPoint. 
  • Assist in preparing exhibits for the Compensation, Discussion and Analysis section of the annual Proxy Statement. 
  • Assist in compensation-related budget processes, including but not limited to annual salary increases and incentive forecasting.  
  • Perform pay equity and job leveling analyses regularly to ensure continued pay and title governance. 
  • Will help facilitate the annual year-end compensation processes, including the production of compensation statements for all global employees.  
  • Leverage Excel-based tools to objectively evaluate and report on the quantitative performance of our global sales organization.  
  • Form consultative partnerships with both managerial staff across the firm and HR colleagues. 
  • Prepare materials for and partner with audit colleagues regularly.   
  • Partner with the Global Head of Compensation to develop and implement new processes and tool enhancements to continue to improve and scale our comp and analytics capabilities. 

What We're Looking for  

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Accounting, Finance, Economics. 
  • Excellent analytical skills and exceptional Excel and PowerPoint. 
  • Must be extremely organized, detail oriented, and demonstrate high personal integrity. 
  • Advanced knowledge and application of Excel (pivot tables and v-look ups) 
  • Strong attention to detail and a high sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. 
  • Proven track record of being able to maintain and protect confidential data and sensitive information.  
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States permanently without employment visa sponsorship required now or in the future. 

What You Can Expect from Us 

In addition to working on cutting edge technology and in our culture of innovation, collaboration, and openness, we offer:  

  • Hybrid Environment: Our employees enjoy a mix of working in the office and from home.  
  • Free Food: We provide free lunch for employees when they are working in the office. Plus, our offices are stocked with snacks. 
  • Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO package including vacation and personal days, sick leave and charity days 
  • Generous Parental Leave: Up to 20 weeks fully paid leave 
  • 401(k): Dollar-for-dollar employer match up to $17.5K 
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Employees can purchase MarketAxess common stock at a discount 
  • Wellness Stipend: We provide employees with up to $1K annually towards gym memberships, home office equipment and more 
  • Onsite Healthcare: We offer convenient access to world-class care through Mount Sinai at our Hudson Yards location 
  • Tuition Assistance and Professional Training: Benefit from on-demand learning, boot camps, and opportunities to attend conferences 
  • Core benefits: Highly competitive medical, dental, and vision programs 

For job positions in NYC, NY, and other locations where required, the estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is $75,000 - $85,000 USD base. Actual salary may vary depending on job-related factors, which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. You may also be eligible for annual cash incentives, equity, and other benefit programs. 

MarketAxess Corporation and its affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal and state law. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA
Job ID: 4419146006
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Pension
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Founder led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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