Incentive Compensation Advisor

Job Profile

Position Overview
At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Incentive Compensation Associate within PNC's within PNC's Incentive Management Group organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA or Cleveland, OH.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Line‑of‑Business analyst supporting Branch Banking, partnering directly with business leaders to deliver accurate and timely incentive compensation insights.
• Manage complex compensation data, reporting, and performance analytics with a high degree of accuracy and consistency.
• Develop and enhance reporting packages and presentations using advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills to support decision‑making at both tactical and strategic levels.

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage high‑volume workstreams.
• Proficiency in Excel (including formulas, modeling, data analysis) and PowerPoint (storytelling, executive‑ready slides).
• Solid understanding of retail banking operations; incentive compensation knowledge preferred but not required
• Proven ability to work cross‑functionally, communicate insights clearly, and support a large, fast‑paced Line of Business.
• Deep retail knowledge and familiarity with branch operations highly valued.

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description
Administers and executes non-annual incentive compensation. Acts as a subject-matter expert in regards to non-annual incentive compensation and may assist in leading other analysts/specialists.
Responsible for day to day administration of non-annual incentive compensation for applicable business segments within the organization.
Ensures compliance with internal controls through auditing and testing of incentive inputs and outputs. May identify and make recommendations to enhance existing controls or create new controls. Provides applicable analytics and modeling to support overall organizational financial and operational soundness.
Leverages various forms of technology in support of incentive calculations and analytics for applicable business segments.
Provides day to day research and communication for field inquiries. Leads cross-functional projects designed to enhance employee awareness and understanding.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:
Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills Change Management, Competitive Advantages, Data Analytics, Decision Making, Market Research, Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Results-Oriented, Workforce Management (WFM)

Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Business Analytics, Effective Communications, HR Legal and Regulatory Environment, Incentive Programs, Problem Solving

Work Experience Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education Bachelors

Certifications No Required Certification(s)

Licenses No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency
Base Salary: $55,000.00 – $109,000.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window
Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 03/06/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits
PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com .

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at [email protected] . Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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