Sr. Compensation Analyst

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• Location:
  
  Onsite at an Axon Hub
• Reports to:
  
  VP, Total Rewards

• 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.

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

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match.
• Discretionary paid time off.
• Paid parental leave for all.
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans.
• Fitness Programs.
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support.
• Learning & Development programs.
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices.

The starting base pay for this role is between USD $104,420 in the lowest geographic market and USD $163,872 in the highest geographic market. Actual base pay is contingent on level, function, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, geographic market, and often a combination of all these factors.

This role is based out of our NYC office and follows a hybrid schedule. We rely on in-person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Tuesdays through Fridays, with the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays, unless approved for accommodation.

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