Compensation Analyst II

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 II serves as a strategic partner to the business, leveraging advanced data modeling and market intelligence to design and refine Appian’s global compensation programs. Beyond routine reporting, this role is responsible for leading complex benchmarking projects, auditing pay equity, and providing data-driven recommendations that align with our growth objectives. As a key member of the team, they bridge the gap between raw HR metrics and actionable talent strategy, ensuring Appian remains competitive and compliant in a dynamic global market. Core Responsibilities Strategic Analytics & Insight Generation: Lead the generation, maintenance, and deep-dive analysis of global HR and compensation reports. Identify complex trends and provide executive-level insights to drive strategic decision-making and long-term talent planning. Market Intelligence & Benchmarking: Own the end-to-end participation in global compensation surveys. Conduct comprehensive research and competitive intelligence mapping to ensure Appian’s pay structures, ranges, and practices remain leaders in the technology sector. Lifecycle Program Administration: Provide subject matter expertise and technical leadership for the administration of annual compensation cycles (merit, bonus, and equity). This includes architecting complex data validation models, managing budget tracking, and generating personalized total rewards statements. Consultative Project Support: Act as a lead analytical resource for cross-functional HR projects and ad-hoc data requests. Translate business problems into analytical frameworks, providing high-level support for initiatives ranging from organizational design to diversity and pay equity audits. Data Stewardship & Process Optimization: Drive the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of global HR data. Lead proactive audit cycles and implement continuous process improvements within HRIS systems to enhance scalability and reporting efficiency. Tools and Resources Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires. Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities. Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company. 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. About Appian Appian provides process automation technology. We automate complex processes in large enterprises and governments. Our platform is known for its unique reliability and scale. We’ve been automating processes for 25 years and understand enterprise operations like no one else. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN] Follow Appian: LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram, Facebook Appian is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent. 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