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Job type full-time
Full job description
We are umg, the universal music groupWe are the world’s leading music companyIn everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation, and entrepreneurshipWe own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countriesWe identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute, and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.
How you’ll lead:
The executive compensation, senior analyst will report directly to the vice president – total rewards and support the executive compensation department in the areas of executive compensation short-term & long-term program design, financial analysis and forecasting and preparation of executive compensation materials for senior management and the remuneration committee of the boardThe individual assuming this role will work with corporate human resource/center of excellence teams as well as counterparts in finance, accounting, legal, tax and payroll.
How you’ll create:
Support the implementation and administration of executive compensation programs and initiatives which include base, annual incentive, and long-term incentive pay
Draft compensation-related proxy tables and assist with preparation of the compensation discussion & analyst (cd&a) for inclusion in the annual proxy statement under us and the dutch authority for the financial markets requirements
Prepare deliverables for c&o committee meetings and respond to ad-hoc requests from senior management or c&o committee chair under us and the dutch authority for the financial markets requirements
Forecast and model potential incentive compensation plan design changes and their impact on executive compensation and the company’s financial performance
Research and identify market trends and best practices and their potential impact
Use analytical tools and statistics to perform analysis and forecasting of financial and other business information to assist in the evaluation and design of executive compensation programs
Work with finance to model and analyze the company’s financial performance in relationship to our short-term and long-term incentive compensation plan designs
Develop tools to monitor peer groups for relative financial performance, executive compensation, and incentive compensation program design, and provide other analytical support as needed
Provide data and reports to internal stakeholders to formulate recommendations for total compensation reviews based on executive level compensation benchmark analyses, that looks to internal equity and external competitiveness
Participates in compensation surveys to collect and analyze data to determine our company`s competitive position of pay
Audits workday hcm system to ensure compensation-related data are correctInvestigates & resolves discrepancies.
Assist in the compilation of quarterly perquisite data for section 16b officers for annual proxy statement reporting and tax purposes.
Bring your vibe:
Thorough understanding of short and long-term incentive plans; concepts and designs
Experience preparing board and compensation committee materials
Knowledge of iss and glass lewis proxy advisor services
Strong understanding of financial and accounting statements
In-depth practical knowledge of financial analysis techniques and methodologies
Heavily seasoned “power-user” regarding excel and powerpoint preferred
Highly effective data management skills with a commitment to accuracy and details
Workday hrcm and advanced compensation software experience a plus
Euronext financial reporting experience preferred
Strong project management skills
Highly collaborative with an ability to understand and relate to multiple stakeholders from various disciplines (e.g., finance, legal, operations)
Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills
Ability to cope with shifting/multiple priorities and deadlines
Ability to apply logic, problem solve and deliver results on complex data analysis
Demonstrate strong initiative and exercise good judgment and resourcefulness
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
5+ years’ experience in executive compensation role
Bachelor`s degree in human resources, business, or related field
Shrm certified professional (shrm-cp) or senior certified professional (shrm-scp) credentials certification preferred
Perks playlist:
Competitive compensation package including salary, benefits and generous 401k savings plan
Paid time off – paid holidays, “winter break”, summer fridays
Student loan repayment assistance
Employee developmental support
Annual gym reimbursement package
Pet insurance, plus much more!
Universal music group is an equal opportunity employer
Disclaimer: this job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
