Executive Compensation Consultant, Expert Testimony Experience

J.S. Held LLC

Executive Compensation Consultant providing expert testimony related to compensation strategies for legal cases. Joining a global consulting firm focused on economic damages and valuations to support attorneys and clients.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $175,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support forensic engagements in matrimonial litigation, including income analysis, lifestyle analysis, tracing of separate vs. marital property, and cash flow analysis
Oversee day-to-day case workflow, timelines, and deliverables across multiple concurrent matters across a variety of different industries
Provide technical guidance and review work product for quality and consistency
Contribute to staff training and professional development initiatives
Maintain current knowledge of developments in forensic accounting standards, executive compensation trends, family law, tax implications in divorce, and relevant case law
Deliver thought leadership on exec. compensation strategies, program architecture, and incentive plan design

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in executive compensation consulting, with meaningful focus on litigious matters
Bachelor’s Degree
Prior testimony experience is required
Experience managing engagements and supervising junior staff
Exposure to expert witness work and family law proceedings required
Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills; ability to translate complex financial findings for legal audiences
Ability to review and synthesize large volumes of complex information and documentation
Ability to prepare written reports and deliver clear, concise, and defensible opinions
Comfortable presenting findings and providing testimony in depositions, arbitration, or court settings
Ability to perform effectively under pressure, including in adversarial or high-stakes environments
Maintain professionalism, composure, and credibility while being questioned or challenged
CPA highly preferred but not required; Compensation credentials, such as CCP, CECP, etc. strongly preferred or actively in progress
Master’s Degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
Flexible Time Off policy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k Match
Commuter Benefit

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Hard Skills & Tools

forensic accountingincome analysislifestyle analysiscash flow analysisexecutive compensation consultingreport writingdata synthesistestimony experienceexpert witness workfamily law proceedings

Soft Skills

analytical skillswriting skillscommunication skillspresentation skillsability to work under pressureprofessionalismcomposurecredibilitystaff trainingleadership

Certifications

CPACCPCECPBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree