Executive Compensation Consultant

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End Date:
January 20, 2026 (3 days left to apply) job requisition :
R13057
** Job Posting End Date
** 01-20-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
** Job Summary
** The Executive Compensation Consultant will play a key role in designing, implementing, and communicating executive compensation programs that align with the company’s strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.
** Job Description
**** What You’ll Do**
* ** Design and Manage Programs:
** Support the development and administration of executive compensation and incentive programs, including base salary, annual incentives, and long-term incentives.
* ** Regulatory Support:
** Assist in drafting regulatory testimony and responding to data requests related to compensation programs.
* ** Program Analysis:
** Evaluate design alternatives and recommend solutions that align with the company’s executive compensation philosophy.
* ** Proxy Statement Development:
** Collaborate on drafting compensation-related disclosures for the annual proxy statement.
* ** Strategic Recommendations:
** Prepare and present recommendations to senior leadership on programs that drive attraction and retention of key talent.
* ** Market Benchmarking:
** Lead market analyses to ensure competitive executive compensation practices.
* ** Technical Guidance:
** Provide expertise on executive and stock compensation issues to business leaders and HR teams.
* ** Job Evaluation:
** Assess new or revised executive roles to determine appropriate job grades and salary ranges.
* ** Compliance Monitoring:
** Stay current on legal and regulatory changes impacting executive and stock compensation; recommend adjustments as needed.
* ** Board Support:
** Assist in preparing plans, analyses, and presentation materials for the HR Committee of the Board of Directors (Compensation Committee).
* ** Stock Plan Management:
** Oversee administration and execution of stock plans.
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* What We're Looking For:

** Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, or Industrial Management. Master's degree preferred.

Work Experience requirement listed below:  Minimum of 2 years of Compensation experience as part of 5 years of progressive experience in executive compensation, equity awards, incentive plan design, or 2 years of compensation experience as part of 5 years in a field that requires strong analytical and written communications skills.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Certified Compensation and/or Benefits designation preferred.
* Master's degree preferred
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written with all levels of management.
* Ability to apply analytical, problem solving and influencing skills, while developing a deep technical expertise in executive and stock compensation.
* Strong business & financial acumen, exhibiting an ability to understand business needs and talent implications of compensation.
* Ability to identify and analyze issues, develop solutions, and make sound dependable decisions.
* Ability to work and manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities quickly.
* Ability to maintain effective relationships with vendors such as salary survey providers, compensation consultants, and stock plan administrators.
* Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
* High discretion with confidential information.
* Experience building strong & effective cross cultural & cross functional relationships.
** What You’ll Get:
** Base Salary (SG8-SG9) from $-$/year.  In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.  At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities.

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