Compensation Associate

Join our compensation team to drive compensation strategy and execution for select clients! This is a great opportunity for you to evolve your professional and technical skills with mentorship, training and plenty of hands-on experience.

As a Compensation Associate within JPMorganChase, you will provide strategic solutions and expert advice to business leaders and HR business advisors; combining in-depth knowledge of compensation principles, understanding of the business needs, market and regulatory landscape, and associated detailed analysis/models. In this role, you will perform a variety of compensation activities, including providing guidance to line and HR management regarding compensation actions for employees, administering/coordinating annual compensation planning processes, and analyzing and reporting internal and external market compensation data.

Job responsibilities

• Supporting end-to-end annual compensation planning via analytics, modelling and reporting
• Working with teams across many different areas of HR and the business, offering a huge range of skillsets, leadership styles and opportunities to learn
• Understanding business priorities and effectively diagnosing issues; providing clear advice and recommendations to help partners make informed and sound comp-related decisions
• Simplifying and improving the way we do things with fresh ideas, strategy, design iteration and implementation to ensure our compensation programs, policies and processes align with business strategy, best practice and our risk and controls framework
• Advising on compensation related activities, including new hire offers, promotions, transfers, budget allocation/forecasting and top talent retention
• Participating in firmwide projects involving compensation, including policy reviews, changes in compensation practices, and systems development
• Being part of a global team representing diversity of thought, experience and backgrounds who are friendly, committed, hard-working and growth oriented

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and cultivate strong partnerships
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to convey a story through analysis and metrics
• Sound judgment and decision-making
• Relevant HR/Compensation or Finance experience, with strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Exceptional systems skills; Advanced MS Excel and proficiency with other Microsoft applications required.
• Proven consulting and influencing skills; ability to drive business goals through HR / Compensation strategies in an innovative and creative way
• Ability to execute and sustain operational excellence

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Experience with Business Objects

ABOUT US

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

Human Resources plays a critical role in driving the employee experience, shaping the firm's culture and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are a strategic partner to the business - working with leaders across the firm to hire, develop and retain the best people and help meet business goals. Together, we foster a work environment in which our people are supported, feel like they belong and are able to make an impact through their work. We develop and deliver a suite of products and services that help make JPMorgan Chase an employer of choice and drive our business forward.

Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, Wilmington, DE, Plano, TX, Jersey City, NJ

Job ID: JPMorgan-210663254

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-09-04T19:14:19