Compensation Analyst

Appian Corporation • McLean, VA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.
The Compensation Analyst is responsible for providing critical data analysis and reporting to support Appian's human resources functions. This role specifically involves working with internal and external market data to inform compensation strategies, while also leveraging data analysis skills to drive insights and support operational processes across broader HR initiatives.
This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 5 days a week to foster that culture and ensure we continue to thrive through shared ideas and teamwork. We believe being in the office provides more opportunities to come together and celebrate working with the exceptional people across Appian.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 1-2 years of experience in data analysis, HR analytics, or compensation, ideally within a global setting.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with Workday and Radford global salary surveys is preferred.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, CCP and/or pursuing an MBA
• Advanced Excel knowledge and skills

Responsibilities

• Generating, maintaining, and analyzing various HR reports to identify trends and provide data-driven insights for strategic decision-making.
• Focus on participating in compensation surveys and researching external market data to ensure Appian's pay practices remain competitive.
• Provide data-centric assistance for the administration of compensation plans, including data validation and report generation for annual cycles.
• Respond to various ad-hoc data requests and contributing analytical support to special HR projects across different functions.
• Support efforts to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of HR data across all systems through audits and process improvements.

Benefits

• Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level