Compensation Consultant

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. Manage high-value, complex compensation projects as project manager .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $115,760 - $173,640 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in compensation strategy development, job architecture, and salary structure design, with strong project management and advanced data analysis skills. Capable of effectively communicating complex compensation concepts to stakeholders and leading cross-functional collaboration.

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Compensation Strategy DevelopmentJob Architecture ExpertiseSalary Structure DesignProject Management SkillsAdvanced Excel Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Compensation AnalysisJob Family FrameworksMarket Pricing ExpertiseData AnalysisJob Leveling StructuresPolicy DocumentationCompensation Communications TrainingBenchmarkingComplex Issue TroubleshootingProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaborationStakeholder AlignmentKnowledge SharingProfessional Development Support

Tools & Technologies

ExcelData Analysis ToolsMultifactor Authentication DeviceStable Broadband InternetReliable Wi-Fi

Certifications & Qualifications

CCP

Industry Keywords

Compensation ProjectsClient-Facing ExperienceVariable Pay Structure DesignPay Equity AnalysisPay Transparency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage high-value, complex compensation projects as project manager
Collaborate cross-functionally with benchmarking, revenue, and other internal teams
Support stakeholder alignment and compensation strategy development
Conduct job pricing and salary structure modeling
Develop job family frameworks and job leveling structures
Create policy documentation and deliver compensation communications training
Interpret complex market data and tailor recommendations to client circumstances and objectives
Partner with client stakeholders and senior leaders on compensation strategy, findings, and recommendations
Share knowledge and best practices with teammates
Support onboarding, shadowing, and peer review
Troubleshoot complex issues and support revenue teams on prospect and renewal calls
Identify team competency gaps and suggest professional development opportunities
Participate in departmental process improvement to enhance service delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of hands-on compensation experience
Expertise in benchmarking and market pricing across multiple industries, geographies, and data sources
Expertise in salary structure design, development, and analysis
Expertise in job architecture, job family frameworks, and job leveling
Expertise in compensation strategy development and implementation
Strong project management skills, including independently managing moderately complex to highly complex client engagements
Excellent communication and presentation skills, including communicating compensation concepts clearly to client stakeholders and senior leaders
Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities
Client-facing experience delivering consulting or professional services to external clients
Willingness to share compensation expertise and support teammate development
Stable broadband or fiber internet connection with minimum speed of 100 Mbps if working from home
Dedicated workspace with reliable Wi-Fi signal
Device for multifactor authentication (MFA/2FA)
Nice to have: global job architecture and international compensation structures experience
Nice to have: variable pay structure design knowledge
Nice to have: pay equity analysis and pay transparency experience
Nice to have: compensation certification such as CCP

Benefits

Comp & perks

10% annual corporate bonus
Flexible paid time off
14 paid company holidays, including 2 floating holidays
Medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance covered up to 100% by Payscale
Unlimited infertility coverage through medical plans
Supplemental health benefits for employees and families
401(k) retirement program with fully vested immediate company match
16 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing and non-birthing parents
Health Savings Account (HSA) options and company contributions each pay period
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for pre-tax employee allocations
Annual remote work stipend for wellness or home office equipment
Continued learning and development opportunities
Monthly company All Hands meetings
Executive leadership exposure through AMAs
Employee Resource Groups
Company-sponsored volunteer hours
Remote-first work model with home or company-paid coworking options
In-person company events usually no more than a few times a year