Senior Compensation Analyst

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for nine consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Come join our Total Rewards team as a Senior Compensation Analyst! The compensation team is responsible for executing on our pay philosophy to ensure the company can attract and retain the right talent.  We are looking for a dynamic and experienced analyst to collaborate across HR and with our managers on the design and delivery of all aspects of compensation, with significant emphasis on variable pay.  Influencing decision-makers regarding compensation-related matters for consistent, compliant, business-driven practices is critical in this role.

This is a hybrid position with two to three days per week in the Santa Ana, CA office.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct market pricing, review job duties, determine classification, review salary, bonus and total compensation to provide guidance and recommendations to HR Business Partners and business leaders.
• Recommend corrective or alternative actions to resolve compensation-related issues
• Manage or participate in the merit increase and annual bonus processes, providing guidance and support to HR and managers
• Develop and document sales and other variable incentive plans in partnership with HR, Finance and business leaders
• Manage divisional job classification structure and market pricing
• May assist with salary survey participation, job matching and related activities
• Provide training and coaching to HR and management on compensation philosophy and strategy, including FLSA compliance
• Using Workday and strong Excel skills, analyze compensation data to make and support pay recommendations

What You’ll Bring

• Extensive knowledge of Compensation practices and principles, pay laws and regulations
• Understanding of, and experience with, incentive compensation design and management
• Experience in conducting job analysis, evaluation, and salary administration
• Strong organizational skills and proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate and high quality work
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to analyze data and drive insights
• Experience partnering with business leaders and providing strategic support
• Ability to work collaboratively across HR and with other functional teams
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient in the use of Excel, Word, and Power Point

Typical Education  

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred

Typical Range of Experience  

• 5-7 years compensation experience in multi-state environment, preferably in financial services and/or with public company compensation
• Sales incentive and variable pay plan development and administration experience preferred

Pay Range: $108,350 - $143,000

This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting.  Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.