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Compensation Consultant
The University of Kansas Health System. Act as a strategic internal consultant for compensation projects, programs, administration, and initiatives .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in compensation strategy development, job evaluation, and market analysis while effectively collaborating with HR Business Partners and leadership to implement competitive compensation programs. Maintains advanced knowledge of compensation laws and best practices to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Compensation Strategy DevelopmentMarket Pricing Tools (MarketPay)Compensation Management Systems (Workday Advanced Compensation)Job Evaluation and Salary RecommendationsAnalytical and Interpretive Skills
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Hard Skills
Compensation AnalysisJob Architecture DesignSalary Structure DesignCompensation ModelingJob Description DevelopmentMarket Data AnalysisCompensation Program DevelopmentMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordSalary Survey Participation
Soft Skills
CollaborationCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsConfidentialityStress Management
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Industry Keywords
Compensation FunctionTotal RewardsHealth SystemCompensation PoliciesCompensation ProceduresCompetitive StrategiesRetention StrategiesConsultative AdviceCross-Functional InitiativesBest Practices
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Act as a strategic internal consultant for compensation projects, programs, administration, and initiatives
- Influence and improve policies and procedures governing the compensation function
- Build partnerships across the organization to develop and deploy competitive strategies and objectives to reward and retain top talent
- Ensure compensation programs align with the University's Health System's philosophies and business needs while remaining market competitive
- Provide strategic and consultative advice across core compensation areas
- Develop job descriptions and perform job evaluations using external market data and internal job value
- Review and develop salary recommendations for new hires, promotions, transfers, and demotions
- Participate in cross-functional strategic compensation initiatives, including job architecture, career and reward frameworks, salary structure design, and technology implementation
- Participate in salary surveys and perform compensation modeling and analyses of internal and external benchmark data
- Prepare executive summaries and presentations outlining options, considerations, and recommendations
- Develop compensation programs, policies, guidelines, procedures, and processes
- Collaborate with HR Business Partners on education and communication strategies for business leaders
- Maintain advanced knowledge of external best practices and changes to compensation laws and regulations
- Communicate updates to Total Rewards leadership
- Mentor compensation team members in advanced knowledge and expertise
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's Degree in related field of study from an accredited college or university
- 5 or more years of experience in the compensation field within an analytical and/or consulting role
- Experience with market pricing tools (MarketPay) and/or compensation management systems or planning tools (Workday Advanced Compensation)
- Familiarity with standard compensation concepts, practices, and procedures
- Ability to interpret business needs, make recommendations, and plan effectively to accomplish goals
- Ability to collaborate effectively with leaders and HR Business Partners
- Ability to apply discretion and maintain the highest level of confidentiality
- Expert-level Microsoft Office skills, including Excel and Word
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Strong analytical and interpretive skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team environment
- Ability to handle work-related stress and thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equal employment opportunity employer
- Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities