Compensation Analyst

Description

The Compensation Analyst supports the design, analysis, and administration of compensation programs that attract, retain, and reward talent in alignment with Sargent & Lundy’s business and people strategies. Leveraging market data and internal analytics, this role conducts market pricing, evaluates job structures, and supports cycles such as merit and promotions. Payfactors expertise will be used to provide data-driven recommendations and ensure pay practices are equitable, competitive, and compliant. Reporting to the Total Rewards manager, this position will play a critical role in the administration of S&L’s compensation programs.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis of salary trends, pay practices, and job classifications to inform compensation strategies; perform market pricing of new and existing roles using Payfactors.
• Collaborate with HR and management to design and implement compensation programs that align with business objectives and enhance employee motivation.
• Prepare compensation modeling and analytics for annual and off-cycle processes (merit, promotions, adjustments, offers); develop templates and dashboards as needed.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations.
• Research and respond to employee, HR Business Partner, Talent Acquisition, and business leader inquiries regarding compensation policies and procedures, ensuring clarity and transparency.
• Maintain data integrity across compensation systems and tools; troubleshoot data issues, support process documentation, and change management for compensation programs and tools.
• Participate in compensation surveys and manage survey job matches to ensure high-quality, reliable submissions that enable effective evaluation of the organization’s pay and salary structures against competitors.

Work Environment:

• This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with a mix of work spent in office (3) and working remote from home (2).
• Mix of a standard office environment utilizing standard office equipment.
• Willingness to travel (less than 10%) and occasionally work overtime.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Qualifications:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and modeling skills; proficiency with Excel (e.g., LOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas) and data visualization basics.
• Hands-on experience with Payfactors for market pricing, survey management, and job architecture tasks.
• Familiarity with compensation concepts: market pricing, salary structures, range penetration, compa-ratio, merit modeling, internal equity, and FLSA.
• Ability to translate data insights into practical, business-ready recommendations with clear narratives.
• Excellent communication and partnership skills with HR and business stakeholders; strong confidentiality and professional judgment.
• 2–3 years of professional experience in a compensation analysis role in either a consulting or professional services environment.
• Demonstrated experience with Payfactors for market pricing and survey participation.
• Prior support for annual compensation cycles (merit, promotions) and offer analysis preferred with an understanding of employee evaluation processes and their impact on compensation.

Valued but not required skills:

• Experience with HRIS/reporting (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle, UKG) preferred; experience with survey vendors (Payfactors/Radford/WTW/ Mercer) a plus.
• Experience applying AI solutions to solve process and business issues.
• International compensation experience, preferred but not required

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 4 years of direct work experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree is acceptable.
• Preferred but not required: Professional certifications (e.g., CCP, PHR, SHRM-CP).
• Relevant internships or co-op experiences in compensation or HR will be considered.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Compensation Range

$61,980.00 - $93,110.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.