Senior Compensation Consulting Associate

Grant Thornton (US)

Compensation Consulting Senior Associate at Grant Thornton providing expert advice on executive compensation. Collaborating with clients to design and implement compensation programs based on market analysis.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $101,200 - $129,030 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in compensation benchmarking, incentive plan design, and client relationship management. Proficient in project execution and delivering high-quality client service while managing multiple priorities.

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Compensation BenchmarkingIncentive Plan DesignClient Relationship ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyProject Execution

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Hard Skills

Compensation AnalysisMarket AnalysisM&A Compensation DiligenceSalary Structure DevelopmentShort-Term Incentive PlansLong-Term Incentive PlansDeferred Compensation Arrangements

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal CommunicationLeadership SkillsPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

CCPPHRJ.D.C.P.A.

Industry Keywords

Compensation ConsultingClient ServiceProject ManagementTeam CollaborationEngagement Leadership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Benchmarking executive compensation, broad-based compensation, sales compensation, and/or physician compensation and developing recommendations based on comprehensive market analysis
Supporting the design, implementation, administration of short- and long-term incentive plans, deferred compensation arrangements, and salary structures
Conducting compensation diligence and integration support for M&A transactions
Executing project plans, preparing client deliverables, and supporting marketing efforts
Working closely with project teams to deliver an integrated approach to client service
Performing other duties as assigned by the partners, managing directors, senior managers, directors and/or managers

Requirements

What you’ll need

1-4 years of related work experience in compensation and consulting
Education requirements: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university. Advanced degree or professional designation preferred but not required, e.g., J.D., C.P.A. CCP, PHR
Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality client service, with a strong client-facing mindset and focus on relationship management
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office software, namely Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written, presentation, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to effectively prioritize work assignments based on internal/external deadlines and competing client demands
Able to work independently while also contributing to team environment
Ability to supervise staff and lead engagements
Ability to travel as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Benchmarking executive compensation, broad-based compensation, sales compensation, and/or physician compensation and developing recommendations based on comprehensive market analysis
Supporting the design, implementation, administration of short- and long-term incentive plans, deferred compensation arrangements, and salary structures
Conducting compensation diligence and integration support for M&A transactions
Executing project plans, preparing client deliverables, and supporting marketing efforts
Working closely with project teams to deliver an integrated approach to client service
Performing other duties as assigned by the partners, managing directors, senior managers, directors and/or managers 🎯 Requirements
1-4 years of related work experience in compensation and consulting
Education requirements: Minimum Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university. Advanced degree or professional designation preferred but not required, e.g., J.D., C.P.A. CCP, PHR
Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality client service, with a strong client-facing mindset and focus on relationship management
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office software, namely Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written, presentation, leadership, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to effectively prioritize work assignments based on internal/external deadlines and competing client demands
Able to work independently while also contributing to team environment
Ability to supervise staff and lead engagements
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