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Compensation Analyst III

Appian Corporation
Location
Chennai, India
Posted
19 days ago
Department
Human Resources
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field
  • 5+ years of progressive global compensation experience within high-growth technology or enterprise software environments
  • Hands-on expertise in global equity plan administration and equity lifecycle management using E*TRADE / Morgan Stanley
  • Advanced analytical and data-modeling skills in Excel (complex formulas, financial modeling)
  • Experience optimizing HRIS systems (e.g., Workday)
  • Demonstrated experience designing global salary structures
Nice to have
  • Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Certified Equity Professional (CEP) designation
  • Experience working directly with cross-functional teams in North America, EMEA, and APAC regions
  • Experience with enterprise platforms such as Salesforce or ServiceNow
What the job really is

As a Compensation Analyst III at Appian, you will play a key role in modernizing the company's global equity and total rewards strategy. Your responsibilities will include managing equity plan administration, designing global salary structures, and leading pay equity audits, all while collaborating with various teams to ensure competitive compensation practices. This position is based in Chennai and involves working in a hybrid model.

Benefits
  • Health coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
  • Retirement/pension plan
  • Wellness dollars
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Hybrid work model may require flexibility
  • Focus on equity administration may limit exposure to other HR functions
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