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Compensation Consultant

CDW and Careers
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026

Description

At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It’s why we’re coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we’re headed. We’re proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.

Job Summary
The Compensation Consultant supports the development, implementation, administration and communication of compensation programs including base salary, short-term and long-term incentives. Assist with program design changes in response to market trends, regulatory changes or internally-driven improvements.

What you will do

  • Participate in compensation surveys and conduct market pricing.
  • Develop base salary and incentive structures.
  • Assist with administration of incentive calculations and communication.
  • Assist with annual merit process administration and communication.
  • Prepare monthly/quarterly reports/scorecards, analysis.
  • Partner with broader CWS function, Finance and Legal as appropriate to assist with communicating, financial planning, or responses to changing regulatory environment.

What we expect of you

  • Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years of experience in compensation OR 7 years of experience in compensation
  • Advanced Excel skills with the ability to write complex formulas. Work with Pivot tables, charts and graphs, and linking.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated analytical skills with critical attention to detail.
  • History of balancing multiple priorities simultaneously with the ability to adapt to the changing needs of the business while meeting deadlines.
  • Strong organizational and creative problem solving skills.
  • History of maintaining sensitive and confidential information.
  • International compensation design and management
  • Experience with Changepoint, PeopleSoft and ProClarity
  • Certified Sales Compensation Professional (CSCP)

Pay range: $79,000 - $110,200 depending on experience and skill set
Benefits overview: https://cdw.benefit-info.com/
Salary ranges may be subject to geographic differentials

We make technology work so people can do great things.

CDW is a leading multi-brand provider of information technology solutions to business, government, education and healthcare customers in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. A Fortune 500 company and member of the S&P 500 Index, CDW helps its customers to navigate an increasingly complex IT market and maximize return on their technology investments. Together, we unite. Together, we win. Together, we thrive.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.

CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, CDW’s goal is to get to know you as an applicant and understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. While AI can help you present yourself more clearly and effectively, the essence of your application should be authentically yours. To learn more, please review CDW's AI Applicant Notice.

Salary : $79,000 - $110,200

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