Description:
Develop a competitive executive compensation and rewards structure to attract and retain top leadership.

Duration: 10-14 weeks

Major Activities:

  • Analyze executive pay trends and industry benchmarks
  • Design compensation models (base pay, bonuses, stock options, etc.)
  • Align executive incentives with company performance and shareholder value
  • Define governance and approval processes for executive pay decisions
  • Implement transparent communication strategies for stakeholders
  • Monitor and adjust executive compensation structures as needed

Deliverables:

  • Executive compensation benchmarking report
  • Incentive plan design (bonus, equity, deferred compensation, etc.)
  • Governance and approval framework
  • Executive pay disclosure and compliance strategy
  • Performance monitoring and adjustment guidelines

Project Tips:
DO:

  • Align executive pay with business performance metrics.
  • Ensure transparency and regulatory compliance.
  • Regularly benchmark against market leaders.

DON’T:

  • Offer excessive incentives without clear performance ties.
  • Ignore shareholder perspectives on executive pay.
  • Overcomplicate compensation models—clarity ensures effectiveness.