Executive Compensation Analyst

The Executive Compensation Analyst is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, analysis, and administration of CDW's executive compensation programs, including the day-to-day administration of the CDW long-term incentive plans, and deferred compensation plan. The role serves as a trusted resource for executive pay data, equity governance, and Compensation Committee support. It partners closely with Human Resources, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership to make sure executive programs are competitive, compliant, and accurately administered.

What you will do Support proxy statement preparation, including executive compensation tables, the Compensation Discussion and Analysis (CD&A), and related disclosures.

Lead executive job leveling and compensation benchmarking using peer group data, published surveys, and proxy analysis. Recommend market positioning for executive roles.

Develop and model internal and external executive-level compensation offers, making sure they are competitive in the market and fair compared with current executives.

Prepare Compensation Committee materials, including analytics, reports, and presentations for senior leadership and the Board.

Partner with Finance on equity expense forecasting, share usage and burn rate analysis, and accounting for stock-based compensation.

Coordinate with external compensation consultants on peer group reviews, market studies, and program design recommendations.

Partner cross-functionally to ensure effective equity compensation program management, including plan design, documentation, and communication to coworkers.

Identify and implement process improvements, controls, and automation that improve accuracy and efficiency in executive compensation administration.

Serve as a resource and mentor to junior team members on executive compensation processes and tools.

Lead or participate in special compensation projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Support stock plan administration, including the full grant and vest cycle for equity awards, award agreements, participant communications, data integrity, and reconciliation with the stock plan administrator and payroll.

Administer the deferred compensation plan, including enrollment, contribution tracking, distributions, and vendor partnership.

Review regulatory filings for stock compensation transactions, including Section 16 reporting (Forms 3, 4, and
5), in partnership with the Stock Plan Administrator and Legal.

What we expect of you Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in an analytical role, preferably in Compensation or Finance, OR7+ years of experience in an analytical role, preferably in Compensation or Finance Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial modeling skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. The position requires advanced mathematical skills, financial knowledge, Excel skills, and spreadsheet analysis.

Ability to handle highly confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.

Ability to work independently under pressing deadlines, prioritize tasks, and stay flexible as priorities change.

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly and collaborate with teams across the organization (Finance, Legal) and coworkers at all levels, including senior leadership.

Executive compensation experience at a public company or a compensation consulting firm, is a plus.

Experience with stock plan administration platforms (e.g., Fidelity, E
* TRADE, Morgan Stanley Share works, Certent), is a plus.

Familiarity with SEC proxy disclosure requirements and Section 16 reporting, is a plus.

Certified Equity Professional (CEP) or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification, or…