Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things.

We are looking for a Senior Compensation Partner to help manage the day-to-day and long-term strategic plans for compensation needs across Appian. Reporting to the Director, Total Rewards, this role will play an integral part in the creation, implementation and maintenance of Appian’s job architecture and compensation structures. This person will be a key contributor as part of the compensation function for our fast growing, tech company - a huge opportunity to make a meaningful impact through collaborating with various departments and senior level leadership, and bringing fresh ideas and concepts to the table that are taken seriously and quickly implemented.

This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 5 days a week to foster that culture and ensure we continue to thrive through shared ideas and teamwork. We believe being in the office provides more opportunities to come together and celebrate working with the exceptional people across Appian.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Need

Ability to act as a strategic partner to HRBPs, business leaders, and Talent Acquisition
To assist in the design and management of Appian’s job architecture, compensation structures, and equity programs
To drive and manage the annual salary and review processes, partnering closely with senior leaders
Strong knowledge of compensation concepts and practices, including benchmarking and job pricing
In depth understanding of regulatory environments, including legal statutes and FLSA determinations, and the ability to maintain compliance of Appian’s compensation programs
A proactive approach to evaluating pay practices for alignment with internal and external equity and pay trend
Experience coordinating data submission for compensation surveys; Radford global salary surveys preferred
Advanced Excel knowledge and skills
Knowledge of Workday HRIS highly preferred

Some of the tools and resources we will equip you with include:

We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Our community is strong and growing! Our affinity groups are a great place to start connecting with peers from all across the globe.
Appian offers a wide variety of growth and development opportunities such as: our in-house Appian MBA program for new managers, Appian University which is a full library of over 3,000 LinkedIn Learning and Udemy courses, Presentation Skills training, and tuition reimbursement for those seeking to further their education.

Basic Qualifications

3-5+ years of experience in Compensation or related field, preferably with a global organization
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university

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.

About Appian

Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The world's most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations—resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]

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