Executive Compensation Project Manager, Temporary

Viasat is a global communications company on a mission to deliver connections that change the world. They are seeking a highly analytical Executive Compensation Analyst to support the design and administration of executive compensation programs, ensuring data integrity and compliance while collaborating with various teams to drive improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Support the modeling and analysis of executive pay program strategies to ensure they effectively attract, motivate, and retain top talent
• Perform comprehensive benchmarking and research of peer group practices and regulatory developments impacting executive compensation
• Assist in the preparation of materials and presentations for the Compensation and Human Resources Committee
• Administer annual and long-term incentive plans, including tracking participation, calculating awards, and maintaining usage forecasts
• Draft and audit data for the Compensation Discussion and Analysis (CD&A) section of the annual proxy statement and other public disclosures
• Coordinate with external vendors, such as compensation consultants, to collect market data and ensure program compliance
• Collaborate with Finance and Legal teams to audit compensation data and ensure administrative accuracy
• Maintain a self-starter attitude, taking initiative on data-heavy assignments and managing tasks effectively through ambiguity
• Serve as an effective partner and collaborator in developing and implementing ideas that will drive simplicity, clarity, and excellence
• “Lean in” on equity administration projects that require the involvement of the Executive Compensation Center of Excellence
• Helping us drive excellence in risk management, controls, process improvement, data quality, including reconciliation, and reporting

Requirements:

• 10-15 years of experience in compensation, finance, or data analysis (experience in executive or equity compensation preferred) in a corporate environment, ideally a public company
• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or a related business field
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including experience building complex financial models or compensation workbooks
• Expert data analysis skills with a demonstrated ability to draw meaningful conclusions from large datasets
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain data findings clearly to different audiences
• A rigorous analytical mindset and the ability to maintain high levels of accuracy under tight deadlines
• Experience with HRIS systems and compensation management software