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We are looking for a Sr. Analyst, Compensation Programs & Design. Reporting to our Sr. Manager, Compensation Programs & Design, you will be a key player on the team that is responsible for implementing and running compensation programs, emphasizing market-competitive practices that are globally consistent and locally relevant.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in the design and implementation of global compensation programs including base salary, variable compensation, and equity plans
• Maintain compensation framework, policies, and guidelines
• Participate in regular market analysis and benchmarking for cash and equity programs
• Provide program management for semi-annual compensation review cycles, including budgeting and planning for global cash and equity awards
• Support change management and communication plans for large-scale projects
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align compensation programs with business objectives, providing data-driven insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making
• Proactively seek new insights and approaches contributing to the continuous improvement of compensation programs and processes

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field– or – have equivalent experience, education, and training
• Minimum 4-6 years of required hands-on experience in a Global Compensation Analyst role
• Strong analytical and problem- solving skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (i.e. spreadsheets, databases)
• Experience with Workday, and Radford market data (or other similar compensation software)
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy; ability to prioritize multiple tasks, and navigate ambiguity
• Ability to effectively communicate with various levels of managers and employees, and work in close partnership with others on the team
• Project/program management skills highly preferred

Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary.  This role does not have a variable compensation component.  

The typical starting salary range for new hires in this role is listed below.  In select locations (including Seattle WA, Los Angeles CA, the San Francisco Bay Area CA, and the New York City Metro Area), an alternate range may apply as specified below. 

These ranges represent the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the ranges may be modified in the future.  

An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Elastic believes that employees should have the opportunity to share in the value that we create together for our shareholders. Therefore, in addition to cash compensation, this role is currently eligible to participate in Elastic's stock program.  Our total rewards package also includes a company-matched 401k with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 6% of eligible earnings, along with a range of other benefits offered with a holistic emphasis on employee well-being.

The typical starting salary range for this role is:$89,100—$140,900 USDThe typical starting salary range for this role in the select locations listed above is:$106,800—$168,900 USDAdditional Information - We Take Care of Our People

As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.

We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.

• Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
• Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• Double your charitable giving - We match up to $1500 (or local currency equivalent)
• Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
• Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave

Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

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