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Senior Executive Compensation Consultant
Senior Executive Compensation Consultant-March 2024
Atlanta
Mar 29, 2026
About Senior Executive Compensation Consultant

  Senior Executive Compensation Consultant

  This position is a key resource to execute the Southern Company’s compensation philosophy. The position will focus on the design and management of the executive compensation programs, as well as short-term and long-term incentive programs for all employees. The position will analyze emerging issues and coordinate with internal and external partners to develop solutions and/or innovations for our compensation programs.

  This position provides direct support to senior leadership and prepares material for the Compensation and Talent Development Committee for their review and approval of the compensation programs. This position is part of the larger Southern Company’s Compensation Team.

  The mission for our Total Rewards team is to collaborate to improve the lives of our employees and retirees through strategically optimizing human capital (employee experience). This position will contribute to the mission with their engagement, analysis, and strategic perspective.

  Job Responsibilities

  Develop analysis and presentations for the Compensation and Talent Development Committee of the Southern Company Board of Directors (on-going support to committee and coordination with legal, finance, accounting etc.)

  Identify competitive best practices and emerging trends in executive compensation; monitor evolving regulatory, legislative and shareholder developments and report issues that may impact compensation strategy and design

  Pivotal role in the development and coordination of the annual Compensation Discussion & Analysis disclosure, including preparing all supporting tables

  Partner in the review and development of compensation program design, including executive programs and broad-based short-term and long-term incentive programs

  Support the equity administration of our long-term incentive program including the vendor management

  Support production of annual Total Rewards Statements for executives

  Partner with HR Delivery teams and other Total Rewards teams to evaluate and respond to employee questions and concerns regarding the compensation programs

  Build relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams

  Provide support for the governance and administration of equity plans and short-term incentive plans

  Research of compensation related accounting and tax rules, securities law, and corporate governance issues

  Review and monitor job evaluations from compensation team for executive positions

  Improve processes and procedures to streamline administration aspects of executive compensation

  Job Requirements

  Education

  Bachelors degree required in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics or similar quantitative field

  MBA is a preferred but not required

  Experience

  5+ years of compensation experience

  Experience with executive compensation program design, equity administration, providing support for the Compensation Committee, and preparation of the Compensation Discussion & Analysis disclosure in the proxy

  Knowledge / Skills

  Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills

  Ability to effectively communicate complex analysis to different audiences

  Strategic perspective with a strong business acumen

  Knowledge of compensation programs and practices, and principles for base salary and short and long-term incentive plans

  Knowledge of the accounting, financial planning, and tax implications for short-term and long-term variable compensation programs

  Knowledge of regulatory/SEC considerations and reporting requirements

  Demonstrated ability to use creative thinking to solve complex problems

  Demonstrated attention to detail

  Intermediate skill in Excel; advanced skill in PowerPoint

  Certified Executive Compensation Professional (CECP) designation preferred

  Behavioral Attributes

  Takes initiative and personal responsibility for their work

  Demonstrates intellectual curiosity with a desire to investigate and understand thoroughly assignments and responsibilities

  Innovative and willingness to share thoughts and ideas

  Highly motivated and works well with minimal supervision

  Ability to work closely with others towards a common goal

  Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

  Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

  Job Identification: 3994

  Job Category: Human Resources

  Job Schedule: Full time

  Company: Southern Company Services

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