Sr. Analyst, Executive Compensation
Restaurant Brands International · Corp - Toronto Corporate Office ·
- Seniority
- Senior
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Company size
- 1000+
- Salary
- USD 85,000 – 100,000 / year
Designs and manages executive compensation programs (annual bonuses, equity, and board-level incentives) for a global restaurant conglomerate with 2,300+ employees.
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Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories.
RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.
RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc.
The Sr. Analyst of Executive Compensation will support the design, governance, and execution of the Annual Bonus and Equity Programs that define how 2,300+ employees and executives across RBI's global brands are rewarded. This is a high-visibility, high-impact role at the intersection of HR, Finance, Strategy, and Corporate Governance – it is an exceptional development opportunity for candidates who know RBI's business and want to build deep expertise in executive compensation.
RBI follows a 5 day, in-office work schedule to support collaboration. Successful candidates should be comfortable working onsite 5 days per week in our Toronto office.
Executive Compensation is a global function responsible for RBI’s:
- Annual Bonus Program: Design and execution of the Management by Objectives (MBO) program central to RBI’s performance and compensation philosophies.
- Equity Programs (incl. Bonus Swap): Design and execution of the Bonus Swap and Discretionary Equity programs that contribute to a significant portion of total direct compensation of senior leaders.
- Executive Compensation: Support Board and Leadership Team with recommendations on market competitiveness, trends, benchmarking, and offer preparation for VP+ population.
- Governance & Disclosure: Plan design and compensation decisions for RBI Board of Directors review and approval for all matters related to executive compensation and incentives; preparation of the Proxy Statement including Compensation Discussion & Analysis for investors.
This role – Sr. Analyst, Executive Compensation – reports to the Manager, Executive Compensation & Incentive Design and is responsible for collaborating with senior leaders to execute on both bonus and equity programs for all RBI brands and regions. Annual budget for our incentive programs is approximately $200 MM in cash and equity incentives.
The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of financial and non-financial performance metrics for RBI business units, experience in managing senior leaders and business stakeholders, and proven ability to build and improve processes.
Responsibilities
- Understand and manage eligibility for the Annual Bonus Program (+2,300 corporate employees) and the discretionary and bonus swap program
- Partner across all our brands and functions to identify relevant KPIs and targets; track progress throughout the year and provide summary reports to senior leaders.
- Analyze compensation surveys, peer data, and other market intelligence to provide insights on program design.
- Utilize HR technology, analytics tools, automation, and responsible AI-enabled solutions to streamline day-to-day compensation processes and improve back-end productivity while maintaining appropriate human review.
- Manage compensation models for scenario planning, pay-for-performance analysis, and financial impact modeling.
Requirements
- Superior analytical skills and advanced financial acumen with ability to develop and maintain complex financial models – advanced Excel skills.
- Bachelor's degree in quantitative fields such as mathematics, finance, engineering, business, statistics, economics, or related field.
- 2-4 years of experience working in Compensation, Total Rewards, HR Analytics, Finance, or equivalent teams
- High attention to detail, sound judgment, confidentiality, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to advise stakeholders and present analytics and reports clearly.
- Deep understanding of how large, multi-brand organizations like RBI operate – ability to navigate complex org structures and translate business context into compensation program design and decisions.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome candidates from Executive Compensation and Broad-Based Compensation backgrounds, Finance/Strategy professionals, and internal RBI talent from roles such as FP&A, Analytics, People, and Operations, who bring strong business acumen and a desire to build deep expertise in this space.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) and/or Certified Executive Compensation Professional (CECP) designation, or progress towards certification, is an asset.
- Familiarity with AI and automation tools, particularly ChatGPT and/or Claude.
- Experience with compensation benchmarking databases (e.g. Radford, Mercer, WTW, Salary.com) and/or equity administration platforms (e.g. Solium, Fidelity).
Salary
Base salary range of $85,000 – $100,000, plus an annual bonus target of 15% of base salary. Compensation for this position may vary based on relevant factors such as experience, education, location, and skills.
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual discretionary bonus plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the incentive program, based on individual and company performance metrics. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation in the form of equity grants pursuant to the Company’s long-term incentive plan.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.
Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.