We’re obsessed with making hard work pay off, for our people, our customers, and the world around us. As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, we’re shaping the future of work so teams can reach their potential and focus on what matters most.
Qualifications: Strong verbal and written communication skills Strong analytical and modeling skills Strong ability to manage and prioritize high volume activities, and manage multiple deadlines Problem solver, able to troubleshoot issues independently or escalate when appropriate Exceptional detail orientation, strong project management and organizational skills Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills with the ability to understand and communicate the meaning of the data being presented
Benefits
In return, we’ll give you the trust to take risks, the tools to grow, the skills to develop and the support of a company invested in you for the long haul.
We are looking for an experienced professional to provide analytical support to the Compensation Team at Workday on a global basis.
About the Role The Executive Compensation, M&A, and Stock Analyst is responsible for leading the development and maintaining the company's executive compensation program (at the Vice President level and above).
This includes researching and analyzing market data, designing and implementing compensation plans, and partnering on communication materials.
They are also responsible for developing and implementing compensation strategies for mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
This includes designing and negotiating compensation packages, advising on employee retention strategies, and managing the integration of compensation programs during M&A transactions.
Lastly, this role will play a part in managing our company-wide and executive stock compensation programs. About You Basic
Qualifications Research and analyze market data to determine competitive compensation levels for executives Design and implement executive compensation plans, including base salary, bonuses, and stock Evaluate internal and market competitiveness and make recommendations for compensation adjustments Partner with the Legal team to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing executive compensation Prepare Compensation Committee materials and participate in review meetings Stay
Experience with data compilation, manipulation, and analytics Advanced proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint and the Google Suite Workday Pay Transparency Statement The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below.
Workday pay ranges vary based on work location.
As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants.
Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things.
Primary Location: USA.CA.Pleasanton Primary Location Base Pay Range: $172,800 USD - $259,200 USD Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range: $145,900 USD - $259,200 USD Our Approach to Flexible Work With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote.
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Not just in the products we build, but in how we show up for each other.
Our culture is rooted in integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm.
We’re in this together, tackling big challenges with bold ideas and genuine care.
We look for curious minds and courageous collaborators who bring sun-drenched optimism and drive.
Whether you're building smarter solutions, supporting customers, or creating a space where everyone belongs, you’ll do meaningful work with Workmates who’ve got your back.
So, if you want to inspire a brighter work day for everyone, including yourself, you’ve found a match in Workday, and we hope to be a match for you too.
About the Team Do you like working in a fast-paced environment, where you get to balance analytical prowess with world-class strategic and consultative support to business leaders and people partners? Does it excite you to work for a company that utilizes its own technology daily, and has vast reporting capabilities to provide valuable insights and analytics to help shape your thinking and direction? At Workday, employees are our #1 core value because we believe they are key to building a great company.
Our people are a big reason why we continue to be recognized globally as a best place to work.
And compensating them fairly and competitively is a very important component to having happy employees! If you have strong analytical ability and can use that data to tell a story, this is the opportunity for you.
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