Early Careers: Compensation Analyst (Work and Rewards) - Chicago - 2027
Acturhire
$75,000 - $80,000 / year
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Description
Qualifications
Role Requirements
- Progress towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a business-oriented field or any other major with significant quantitative course work, and minimum overall GPA of 3.0
- Work experience that demonstrates strong analytical and client service skills (e.g., internships/part-time jobs involving quantitative and qualitative data analysis)
- Interest in our business (Careers and Compensation) as demonstrated through work experience, coursework, and/or research assignments
- Passion for solving problems and sharing solutions to exceed the standards of the client
- Ability to be a self-starter and work independently, but also cooperatively in a close team environment
- Detail-oriented and strong analytical skills, including analyzing data and interpreting, summarizing and presenting findings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to interact with colleagues at all levels
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel
- Familiar, at a basic level, with using GenAI platforms to boost productivity and quality of tasks
- This is a hybrid position that requires you to be local and able to commute to the Chicago office.
- Able to work legally in the United States indefinitely and without Visa sponsorship
- Accepting applications from candidates that graduate with a bachelor’s or master’s degree between May 2026 through June 2027
Other hiring locations for Early Careers: Compensation Analyst (Work and Rewards): Atlanta, GA; New York, NY; Dallas/Houston, Texas
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Compensation and Benefits: Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).
Compensation: The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $75,000 - $80,000 USD per year. This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.
Company Benefits: WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):
- Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
- Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off (Washington State only)
- Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k).
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
EOE, including disability/vets
This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.
Benefits
- Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
- Leave Benefits: Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes paid state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off (Washington State only)
- Retirement Benefits: Contributory Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k).
About this role
Acturhire is hiring a Compensation Analyst for its Work and Rewards practice in Chicago, targeting graduates entering the workforce between May 2026 and June 2027. You'd work hybrid from the Chicago office, supporting the firm's compensation consulting work through data analysis, client interaction, and problem-solving. The role calls for someone with a bachelor's or master's degree in a business field or quantitative-heavy major (minimum 3.0 GPA), backed by internship or work experience involving both analytical and qualitative data work. You should demonstrate genuine interest in compensation and careers consulting through your coursework, projects, or prior roles.
Success in this position hinges on strong analytical fundamentals and communication skills. You'll need to interpret data, summarize findings for various audiences, and present solutions that meet client standards. Excel proficiency is essential, and basic familiarity with GenAI tools is expected. The role rewards self-starters who can also collaborate closely within a team, with attention to detail and the ability to work independently when needed. You must be local to Chicago, legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship, and comfortable with hybrid work.
The position offers a base salary of $75,000–$80,000 annually, plus eligibility for a short-term incentive bonus. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, disability insurance, and employee assistance resources. This is an entry point into consulting for early-career professionals ready to build expertise in compensation strategy and client service.
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