Senior Compensation Analyst

Payscale

. Serve as project manager on moderately complex compensation projects with limited oversight .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $93,000 - $139,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in compensation strategy development, benchmarking, and salary structure design, along with strong project management and mentoring capabilities. Proficient in data analysis and communication, with a focus on improving processes and supporting team development.

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Compensation Strategy DevelopmentBenchmarking And Market PricingSalary Structure DesignProject ManagementMentoring And Supporting Professionals

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Hard Skills

Compensation ExperienceData AnalysisSalary Structure DevelopmentJob Architecture KnowledgeJob Family FrameworksMarket Pricing AnalysisAdvanced Excel ProficiencyCompensation Software ProficiencyProcess ImprovementClient Engagement Management

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationPresentation SkillsProblem ResolutionStakeholder AlignmentTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Compensation Software PlatformsPayscale Benchmarking Platform

Certifications & Qualifications

CCP Certification

Industry Keywords

Compensation ConsultingGlobal Job ArchitectureVariable Pay Structure DesignPay Equity AnalysisPay Transparency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as project manager on moderately complex compensation projects with limited oversight
Manage compensation projects from stakeholder alignment and strategy development through structure modeling, job family frameworks, policy documentation, and communications training
Conduct benchmarking and market pricing analysis across industries and geographies
Develop and recommend salary structures
Apply expertise in job architecture and job family frameworks
Participate in difficult client conversations and help resolve complex compensation issues
Provide compensation expertise on prospect and renewal calls
Mentor Compensation Analyst I and II team members
Participate in onboarding, job shadowing, and quality-control reviews of junior staff work
Manage and update internal documentation
Identify process improvement and team skill development opportunities
Contribute industry and client insights to team discussions
Participate in departmental strategic initiatives delegated by management

Requirements

What you’ll need

5-6 years of hands-on compensation experience across multiple compensation discipline areas
Deep knowledge of benchmarking and market pricing across industries, geographies, and data sources
Knowledge of salary structure design, development, and analysis
Knowledge of job architecture, job family frameworks, and job leveling
Knowledge of compensation strategy development and implementation
Strong project management skills and ability to independently manage moderately complex client engagements
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Advanced Excel proficiency and strong data analysis capabilities
Demonstrated track record of mentoring and supporting other professionals
Basic proficiency or ability to quickly learn compensation software platforms
Must be based in the United States; Payscale is currently unable to hire in Hawaii
High-speed internet with minimum 100 Mbps recommended for home working
Device for multifactor authentication
Nice to have: client-facing complex consulting experience
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: familiarity with Payscale's benchmarking and services platform
Nice to have: compensation certification such as CCP
Nice to have: consulting or professional services delivery background

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible paid time off
14 Paid Company Holidays, includes 2 floating holidays
Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, and life insurance covered up to 100% by Payscale
Unlimited infertility coverage benefits through medical plans
Additional 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
Remote-first work model with work-from-home and company-paid co-working options
Continued learning and development opportunities
Continuous feedback culture supporting performance and career growth
Employee Resource Groups
Company-sponsored volunteer hours
Monthly company All Hands meetings
Regular executive leadership exposure through AMAs
In-person company events usually no more than a few times a year
Annual corporate bonus eligibility of 10%