Compensation Analyst (Global)

Clyde & Co; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global law firm is seeking a Compensation Analyst to support strategic global reward initiatives, including benchmarking and compensation compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong numerical and analytical skills, with advanced Excel capability and project management experience. This hybrid role offers flexible working, career progression, and the chance to collaborate with senior HR leadership across different regions. Join an award-winning team recognized for its inclusive culture and commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Life assurance from day one

Season ticket loans

Lifestyle discounts

Annual Wellbeing Day

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in compensation analytics and incentive plan design.
• Ability to liaise effectively with global stakeholders.
• Familiarity with EU Pay Transparency Directive projects is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic global reward initiatives and benchmarking.
• Assist with global salary reviews and job grading administration.
• Contribute to strategic reward projects impacting multiple regions.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Advanced Excel capability

Experience in compensation benchmarking

Project management experience

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent presentation skills

Job description

Job Overview

Type: Full Time

Time: Permanent

Location: Manchester (hybrid)

Working Pattern: +2 days in office, 3 days remote

Department: Total Rewards – Global

The Compensation Analyst (Global) is a newly created, projects-based role within the Total Reward team, reporting to the Global Reward Projects Lead. This position will support strategic global reward initiatives, including benchmarking, pay transparency compliance, and harmonisation of compensation approaches. The role also involves assisting with cyclical HR processes such as global salary reviews and job grading administration.

Essential Skills & Experience

Technical Expertise

• Strong numerical and analytical skills with advanced Excel capability.
• Experience in compensation benchmarking and analytics.
• Knowledge of incentive plan design and job grading administration.

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Proven project management experience on large-scale initiatives; international project experience preferred.
• Ability to liaise effectively with global stakeholders across HR and finance teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence and collaborate globally.

Presentation & Reporting

• Excellent presentation skills, including creating PowerPoint packs and presenting data in clear, meaningful way.
• Ability to support data-driven decision-making through insightful reporting.

Preferred

• Previous experience in a consultancy environment is desirable but not essential.
• Familiarity with EU Pay Transparency Directive projects is an advantage.

What Sets This Role Apart

• Global Exposure: Opportunity to contribute to strategic reward projects impacting multiple regions worldwide.
• Innovation & Impact: Play a key role in shaping a globally aligned compensation framework and supporting compliance with emerging legislation.
• Career Development: Gain experience in high-profile projects and collaborate with senior HR leadership across a global law firm.

What’s In It For You

• Modern, flexible working – A minimum of 2 days each week required from the office, 3 days from home.
• Join an award-winning global firm: Clyde & Co ranked Band 1 in multiple practice areas by Chambers and Legal 500 and was recently named Insurance Law Firm of the Year (Best Lawyers Germany 2025).
• Career progression and development – Structured learning and development programs, secondment opportunities and internal mobility across global offices.
• Inclusive, supportive culture – Named GCC Law Firm of the Year and Pro Bono Firm of the Year, reflecting a commitment to community, DE&I, and purpose-driven work.
• Perks include life assurance from day one, season ticket loans and lifestyle discounts, an annual Wellbeing Day each year, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and more.

Please note: eligibility for benefits may vary based on location and length of service. Full details will be confirmed upon joining.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.