Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Consultant – Entry Level

Plante Moran

Entry Level Staff in Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits Consulting at Plante Moran. Analyzing rewards programs and collaborating with clients to develop effective solutions.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeDetroit • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $77,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analyzing and designing employee rewards programs while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Proficient in developing client deliverables and effectively communicating complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Employee Rewards Program DesignTax and Employment Law AnalysisClient Deliverable DevelopmentDetail-Oriented LeadershipCritical Thinking

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisReport WritingPresentation SkillsResearch SkillsStatistical Analysis

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationOrganizational SkillsCollaborationInterpersonal Skills

Industry Keywords

Regulatory ComplianceCost-Effective SolutionsIndustry TrendsClient InteractionGPA Requirement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze and design employee rewards programs to meet client needs and regulatory requirements
Assist in developing client deliverables, including detailed reports and presentations, explaining complex concepts
Participate in client meetings and site visits while interacting with top-level management
Collaborate with clients to develop cost-effective and competitive rewards solutions
Stay up to date on industry trends and regulatory changes to provide informed advice
Work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in economics, political science, math, accounting, statistics, or other related field , or a juris doctorate with coursework in tax and/or employment law
Academic success (a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0)
Detail-oriented leader with problem-solving, communication, critical thinking, organizational, and technical skills
Ability to research and analyze tax and employment law guidance and effectively communicate findings.