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The Senior Executive Compensation Analyst is responsible for the design support, modeling, governance, and administration of executive compensation programs. This role provides end-to-end ownership of executive compensation analysis and SEC disclosure processes, ensuring alignment with business strategy, regulatory requirements, and shareholder expectations.

Operating as a senior individual contributor, this role partners closely with senior leadership, HR, Finance, Legal, and external advisors (e.g., Mercer) to deliver competitive, data-driven, and compliant compensation outcomes. The role serves as a key expert in executive compensation, balancing analytical rigor, governance, and execution.

Job Responsibilities

Executive Compensation Design & Analysis

• Support the design and ongoing refinement of executive compensation programs, including base salary, annual incentive plans (AIP), and long-term incentives (LTI)
• Build and maintain robust financial models to evaluate pay-for-performance alignment, incentive plan outcomes, and compensation scenarios
• Analyze performance metrics, payout curves, and plan effectiveness to inform compensation decisions
• Lead market benchmarking and peer group analysis to ensure competitive and defensible executive pay positioning

Analytics & Financial Modeling

• Develop and maintain executive compensation models tied to financial and operational performance metrics
• Perform scenario modeling for executive compensation decisions, including incentive payouts, equity outcomes, and plan design changes
• Support equity plan administration, including share reserve forecasting and usage tracking
• Deliver clear, data-driven insights to support executive and Compensation Committee decision-making

Governance, Compliance & SEC Disclosure

• Own the preparation, review, and delivery of executive compensation disclosures, including proxy/CD&A, in partnership with Legal and external advisors

• Ensure executive compensation programs comply with all applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., SEC, IRS, Dodd-Frank)
• Validate the accuracy and completeness of all executive compensation data used in regulatory filings and disclosures
• Maintain strong controls, documentation, and audit-ready processes for executive compensation programs
• Monitor regulatory developments and emerging disclosure requirements, advising on implications

Compensation Committee & Stakeholder Support

• Support Compensation Committee processes, including developing materials, validating data, and contributing to executive compensation recommendations
• Partner with senior leadership, HR, Finance, and Legal to align compensation programs with business objectives and governance standards
• Collaborate with external advisors on benchmarking, disclosure, and program design support
• Provide clear, concise, and data-driven insights to support executive-level discussions and decisions

Communication & Program Execution

• Support communication and rollout of executive compensation programs, including development of materials and guidance for stakeholders
• Assist in educating stakeholders on compensation structures, performance metrics, and outcomes
• Respond to executive and stakeholder inquiries with accurate, thoughtful analysis
• Monitor program effectiveness and recommend improvements based on data, feedback, and market trends

Skills & Expertise

• Strong knowledge of executive compensation programs, including AIP and LTI structures (e.g., equity, performance shares, stock options)
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills (Excel-heavy, scenario modeling)
• Direct experience owning or heavily supporting SEC proxy/CD&A preparation, ideally in partnership with external advisors
• Strong understanding of executive compensation governance, regulatory requirements, and disclosure practices
• Experience with market benchmarking and peer group analysis
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders
• High attention to detail with strong accuracy and confidentiality
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred

Experience

• Typically requires 5+ years of related work experience

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Stewart is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us by email at careers@stewart.com.

Benefits

Stewart offers eligible employees a competitive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to a variety of health and wellness insurance options and programs, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program, and employee discounts.