Associate Director, Executive Compensation

Overview

In this role you will advise on executive compensation for UK and global clients, designing pay strategies tied to company performance and guiding the implementation of cash and equity-based incentive plans. You will partner with senior Deloitte staff and cross‑functional teams to deliver bespoke remuneration solutions. You’ll also prepare remuneration reports, committee papers, and support investor relations and business development. The role offers hybrid London work, strong career progression, and a values‑driven, collaborative culture.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working in London
• career development and progression
• wellbeing focus
• supportive, inclusive culture
• flexible work arrangements
• global mobility and collaboration opportunities

Responsibilities

• Designing executive pay strategies linked to corporate performance
• Advising on performance measures for incentive plans and modelling outcomes
• Implementing cash and equity-based incentive plans including tax, accounting, and funding considerations
• Drafting Directors’ Remuneration Reports
• Investor relations consulting and liaison with institutional investors
• Preparation and review of remuneration committee papers
• Executive and non-executive director pay benchmarking
• Supporting proposals and business development activities
• Client relationship management and cross-team collaboration across Deloitte Total Reward, Specialist Reward, Share Schemes and Mobility

Key requirements

• Proven experience in executive compensation
• Experience serving FTSE Main Market and AIM clients
• Deep technical knowledge of executive remuneration issues and relevant UK legislation
• Experience in winning and maintaining client relationships in a consulting environment
• Professional, proactive approach to client service
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Clear and high-quality written and verbal communication
• Experience in delegating work and strong interpersonal skills

• Interpersonal skills
• Strong communication
• Proactive and client‑focused
• Knowledge of UK directors remuneration reporting regulations
• Understanding of tax, accounting, and funding considerations for incentive plans
• Experience with performance modelling for incentive plans

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