Compensation Analyst

Who We AreJoin 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 ten 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 DoJoin 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.

Come join our Total Rewards team as a 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 compensation analyst that would like to expand their knowledge of both broad-based compensation and equity programs.  This position will support the development, implementation, and administration of the assigned compensation programs. 

This is a hybrid position with 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.
• Using Workday and strong Excel skills, analyze compensation data to make and support pay recommendations
• Participate in the design and modeling of new and improved compensation plans.
• Develop and document sales and other variable incentive plans in partnership with HR, Finance and business leaders
• Serves as SME on assigned programs and processes. Document existing process and seek opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Manage or participate in the merit increase and annual bonus processes
• May assist with salary survey participation, job matching and related activities

What You’ll Bring

• Knowledge of broad-based and equity compensation practices and principles, laws, and regulations
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to analyze data and drive insights
• Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate and high quality work
• Strong organizational skills and proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects and deadlines
• 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
• 3+ years relevant experience in compensation, including program administration experience

Typical Range of Experience  

• 2-4 years compensation experience in multi-state environment, preferably in financial services and/or with a public company
• Sales incentive and variable pay plan development and administration experience preferred

Pay Range: $72,125 - $96,125

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 OfferBy 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.

First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

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.