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Axon · 2 days ago

Sr. Compensation Analyst

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$104K/yr - $164K/yr

4+ years exp

Axon is on a mission to protect life through technology, seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst to play a key role in shaping compensation strategies. The role involves collaborating across HR and business leadership to design data-driven compensation programs that attract and retain top talent globally.

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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Compensation strategy designData analysisProject managementExcel proficiencyInternational compensation experienceMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointCommunication skillsTime managementInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

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