Compensation Analyst

Who we are
At CarGurus (NASDAQ: CARG), our mission is to give people the power to reach their destination. We started as a small team of developers determined to bring trust and transparency to car shopping. Since then, our history of innovation and go-to-market acceleration has driven industry-leading growth. In fact, we're the largest and fastest-growing automotive marketplace, and we've been profitable for over 15 years.
What we do
The market is evolving, and we are too, moving the entire automotive journey online and guiding our customers through every step. That includes everything from the sale of an old car to the financing, purchase, and delivery of a new one. Today, tens of millions of consumers visit CarGurus.com each month, and ~30,000 dealerships use our products. But they're not the only ones who love CarGurus-our employees do, too. We have a people-first culture that fosters kindness, collaboration, and innovation, and empowers our Gurus with tools to fuel their career growth. Disrupting a trillion-dollar industry requires fresh and diverse perspectives. Come join us for the ride!
Role Overview
CarGurus is seeking a motivated, analytical Compensation Analyst who thrives in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and enjoys solving challenges with creativity and precision.
In this visible, cross-functional role, you'll work closely with the People & Talent team, business leaders, and Finance to deliver compensation programs that are equitable, fair, competitive, and aligned with our strategy. You'll be involved across the full compensation lifecycle, including planning, benchmarking, equity administration, and project execution. Your work will help ensure our programs scale effectively as we grow.
If you have strong analytical skills, hands-on systems experience (ideally in a corporate or public company), and a passion for data-informed decision making, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll do

• Partner & Advise: Translate data into clear compensation recommendations for People Strategy Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders.
• Strategic Alignment: Align compensation strategies with evolving business goals and market trends.
• Core Activities: Lead job pricing and support varied compensation projects.
• Annual Processes: Drive annual processes including merit reviews, bonus planning, and equity grant cycles.
• Incentive Programs: Assist in the designing and launching of short- and long-term incentive programs.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to pay regulations (e.g. FLSA, Pay Transparency) and monitor legislative and market trends.
• Surveys & Benchmarking: Lead annual survey submissions (e.g., Radford, Aon), maintain live-market data, and conduct pricing analyses.
• Job Architecture: Maintain and support job architecture, leveling, and compensation framework.
• Data & Tools: Build dynamic Excel or Google Sheets models; develop scalable tools to streamline workflows and generate actionable insights.
• System Integrity: Maintain data accuracy across Workday, Fidelity and other systems. Utilize system data to respond to internal questions.
• Pay Equity & Transparency: Contribute to pay equity analyses and help maintain transparent, competitive pay ranges.

What You'll Bring

• Experience: 3 or more years of experience in compensation or related roles, preferably in a corporate or public company setting.
• Analytical Rigor: High attention to detail, data accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Technical Skills: Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and automation. Experience with Workday, Radford, and Fidelity is a plus.
• Communication: Clear, concise verbal and written skills; ability to distill complex analyses.
• Self-Management: Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a matrixed environment.
• Equity Compensation: Experience with equity compensation is a strong advantage.
• Collaboration: A collaborative and consultative working style and positive attitude.

If you're energized by data, collaboration, and driving meaningful impact, and are looking to grow in a strategic and visible role, apply now to join CarGurus as a Compensation Analyst!
Working at CarGurus
We reward our Gurus' curiosity and passion with best-in-class benefits and compensation, including equity for all employees, both when they start and as they continue to grow with us. Our career development and corporate giving programs, as well as our employee resource groups (ERGs) and communities, help people build connections while making an impact in personally meaningful ways. A flexible hybrid model and robust time off policies encourage work-life balance and individual well-being. Thoughtful perks like daily free lunch, a new car discount, meditation and fitness apps, commuting cost coverage, and more help our people create space for what matters most in their personal and professional lives.
We welcome all
CarGurus strives to be a place to which people can bring the ultimate expression of themselves and their potential-starting with our hiring process. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. We foster an inclusive environment that values people for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. That's why we hope you'll apply even if you don't check every box listed in the job description. We also encourage you to tell your recruiter if you require accommodations to participate in our hiring process due to a disability so we can provide the appropriate support. We want to know what only you can bring to CarGurus. #LI-Hybrid