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Hunter Douglas is the world's leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we've defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.
We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What's yours?
Position Overview
The Equity Administration & Compensation Analyst is responsible for supporting global equity programs and executing compensation-related activities across the organization. This role focuses on the administration, tracking, and reporting of equity awards while ensuring compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and plan documents. The position partners closely with HR, Finance, Payroll, Legal, and external vendors to deliver accurate and timely equity administration and to support compensation initiatives such as annual grant and employee lifecycles. This role requires strong attention to detail, analytical capability, and the ability to manage data integrity across systems.
The analyst will also support a broad range of compensation activities, including job evaluations, offer management, compensation and bonus planning, severance administration, and other total rewards initiatives. Experience with equity administration platforms, such as J.P. Morgan, is a plus.
- Administer day-to-day equity operations, including grants, vesting, exercises, cancellations, and reporting in accordance with plan rules and company policies.
- Maintain accurate equity records and ensure data integrity across systems, including HRIS, payroll, and equity platforms.
- Partner with Finance, Payroll, and Legal to ensure proper tax treatment, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance of equity transactions.
- Support the administration of global equity plans, including employee communications, grant documentation, and audit readiness.
- Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of equity-related reports for internal stakeholders, auditors, and external vendors.
- Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to equity awards, vesting schedules, and transactions.
- Support compensation processes such as job evaluations, offer management, compensation and bonus planning, severance administration, and other total rewards initiatives.
- Analyze compensation and equity data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Partner with HR Business Partners and Total Rewards leadership to support compensation program execution and enhancements.
- Assist in the development and documentation of compensation and equity processes, ensuring consistency and scalability.
- Support system updates, testing, and process improvements related to equity and compensation tools.
- Collaborate with external vendors (e.g., equity platform providers such as J.P. Morgan) to troubleshoot issues and optimize system functionality.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and data privacy standards.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across equity administration and compensation programs.
Who you are
- Bachelor's Degree required (Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred).
- 2–3 years of experience in equity administration, compensation, or total rewards.
- Hands-on experience supporting equity programs and/or compensation processes preferred.
- Experience with equity administration systems (J.P. Morgan platform experience preferred).
- Exposure to global equity programs and multi-country considerations is a plus.
- Experience working with HRIS systems and compensation tools preferred.
- Working knowledge of equity compensation programs, including stock options, RSUs, and related processes (granting, vesting, taxation).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and ensure accuracy in reporting.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive and confidential data with integrity.
- Basic understanding of compensation principles, including benchmarking and job evaluation methodologies.
- Familiarity with equity administration platforms (experience with J.P. Morgan platform is a strong plus).
- Proficiency in Excel and data analysis (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, data reconciliation).
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain equity and compensation concepts to employees and stakeholders.
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Payroll, Legal, and external vendors.
- Self-starter with a proactive approach to process improvement and issue resolution.
What's in it for you?
- Annual base salary range: $78,000.00-$106,000.00
- Bonus target range: 10%-20%
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
- A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
- Time off with pay
- 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and product discounts
Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate's education, experience, skills and potential.
Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
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INTRODUCTION
Hunter Douglas is the world's leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we've defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.
We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What's yours?
Position Overview
The Equity Administration & Compensation Analyst is responsible for supporting global equity programs and executing compensation-related activities across the organization. This role focuses on the administration, tracking, and reporting of equity awards while ensuring compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and plan documents. The position partners closely with HR, Finance, Payroll, Legal, and external vendors to deliver accurate and timely equity administration and to support compensation initiatives such as annual grant and employee lifecycles. This role requires strong attention to detail, analytical capability, and the ability to manage data integrity across systems.
The analyst will also support a broad range of compensation activities, including job evaluations, offer management, compensation and bonus planning, severance administration, and other total rewards initiatives. Experience with equity administration platforms, such as J.P. Morgan, is a plus.
- Administer day-to-day equity operations, including grants, vesting, exercises, cancellations, and reporting in accordance with plan rules and company policies.
- Maintain accurate equity records and ensure data integrity across systems, including HRIS, payroll, and equity platforms.
- Partner with Finance, Payroll, and Legal to ensure proper tax treatment, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance of equity transactions.
- Support the administration of global equity plans, including employee communications, grant documentation, and audit readiness.
- Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of equity-related reports for internal stakeholders, auditors, and external vendors.
- Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to equity awards, vesting schedules, and transactions.
- Support compensation processes such as job evaluations, offer management, compensation and bonus planning, severance administration, and other total rewards initiatives.
- Analyze compensation and equity data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Partner with HR Business Partners and Total Rewards leadership to support compensation program execution and enhancements.
- Assist in the development and documentation of compensation and equity processes, ensuring consistency and scalability.
- Support system updates, testing, and process improvements related to equity and compensation tools.
- Collaborate with external vendors (e.g., equity platform providers such as J.P. Morgan) to troubleshoot issues and optimize system functionality.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and data privacy standards.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across equity administration and compensation programs.
Who you are
- Bachelor's Degree required (Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred).
- 2–3 years of experience in equity administration, compensation, or total rewards.
- Hands-on experience supporting equity programs and/or compensation processes preferred.
- Experience with equity administration systems (J.P. Morgan platform experience preferred).
- Exposure to global equity programs and multi-country considerations is a plus.
- Experience working with HRIS systems and compensation tools preferred.
- Working knowledge of equity compensation programs, including stock options, RSUs, and related processes (granting, vesting, taxation).
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and ensure accuracy in reporting.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive and confidential data with integrity.
- Basic understanding of compensation principles, including benchmarking and job evaluation methodologies.
- Familiarity with equity administration platforms (experience with J.P. Morgan platform is a strong plus).
- Proficiency in Excel and data analysis (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, data reconciliation).
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain equity and compensation concepts to employees and stakeholders.
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Payroll, Legal, and external vendors.
- Self-starter with a proactive approach to process improvement and issue resolution.
What's in it for you?
- Annual base salary range: $78,000.00-$106,000.00
- Bonus target range: 10%-20%
- Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
- A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
- Time off with pay
- 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and product discounts
Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate's education, experience, skills and potential.
Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Compensation Analyst
Pull your O*NET job zone first
Compensation Analyst maps to O*NET Job Zone 4, requiring a degree in a directly related field. Confirm your degree title aligns before applying, a mismatch between your credential and the role's specialty occupation classification is a common H-1B RFE trigger.
Check prevailing wages before accepting offers
Run your target job title, location, and experience level through the OFLC Wage Search before any offer negotiation. The LCA wage level your employer certifies directly affects your petition, and Level I wages draw more scrutiny from USCIS than Levels II or III.
Target employers with PERM and LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Compensation Analyst roles by verified DOL LCA filing history. Employers who have filed for this specific occupation code are far more likely to understand the specialty occupation argument and move quickly through internal approval processes.
Ask about cap-exempt employer status early
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning they can file an H-1B petition outside the annual lottery. Compensation Analyst roles exist at these institutions, and cap-exempt filing lets you start sooner with no registration risk.
Get your I-140 or prior H-1B documentation ready
If you're transferring or extending, your new employer's attorney will need prior approval notices and I-94 records. Delays in producing these documents push back your start date and shrink the 60-day grace period you have between positions.
Clarify wage level designation during offer review
Before signing, confirm which DOL wage level the employer intends to certify on the LCA. A Level I designation for a senior analyst role can indicate misclassification and draws heightened USCIS scrutiny, so push for a written explanation of how the level was determined.
H-1B Visa Compensation Analyst: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Compensation Analyst role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Compensation Analyst is recognized as a specialty occupation because it normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, business, or a closely related field. Your degree must align with the specific duties of the role. A general business degree may be accepted if your employer can demonstrate a direct relationship between the credential and the job's requirements.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Compensation Analysts?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters roles by verified DOL LCA filing history so you can see which employers have sponsored this specific occupation. Focusing on employers with a filing record for Compensation Analyst or closely related compensation and benefits roles reduces the risk of landing with a company that has never navigated the specialty occupation determination for this job title.
What wage level should my LCA reflect for a Compensation Analyst position?
Most mid-career Compensation Analyst roles fall at DOL wage Level II or III, depending on your years of experience and the complexity of the work. A Level I certification is typical for entry-level positions and can raise USCIS concerns if your actual duties suggest more advanced responsibilities. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the published prevailing wage for your specific job location before your employer files the LCA.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change Compensation Analyst jobs?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. Your new employer files a new I-129 petition before your current status expires, and you can start work as soon as the petition is received by USCIS. The 60-day grace period after your last day of employment gives you a limited window to secure that filing, so aligning start dates carefully with your attorney is critical.
Does a Compensation Analyst role at a university or nonprofit offer any H-1B advantage?
Yes. Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt employers, meaning they can file H-1B petitions at any time of year without competing in the annual lottery. Compensation Analyst positions exist within HR and finance departments at these institutions. If you're in a lottery-dependent situation, targeting cap-exempt employers is a concrete strategy to avoid registration risk entirely.