Compensation Specialist

• Support the administration of company compensation programs, including base salary, short-term incentives, and other compensation initiatives.
• Conduct market pricing and benchmarking of positions using compensation survey data and other market resources.
• Review job descriptions and evaluate positions to determine the appropriate job level, grade, and salary range.
• Support the development and maintenance of job architecture, salary structures, grades, and compensation guidelines.
• Partner with Global Compensation & Benefits colleagues to ensure consistent global standards and overall best practices are aligned across countries.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners and hiring managers to review compensation recommendations for new hires, promotions, transfers, adjustments, and organizational changes.
• Provide compensation analysis and recommendations based on internal equity, external market data, employee experience, and established compensation guidelines.
• Support the annual merit and incentive compensation processes, including system preparation, data validation, reporting, and manager support.
• Analyze compensation data to identify trends, pay relationships, internal equity concerns, and potential areas requiring further review.
• Participate in compensation surveys and maintain accurate market data and survey submissions.
• Assist with pay equity and compensation compliance reviews.
• Prepare compensation reports, dashboards, presentations, and ad hoc analyses for Total Rewards and HR leadership.
• Respond to compensation questions from HR Business Partners and other internal stakeholders.
• Maintain knowledge of compensation trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging best practices.

• Serve as a key resource to the Total Rewards team and provide support across benefits and compensation priorities as needed.
• Assume additional responsibilities and project work to support changing business needs.
• Prepare and analyze reports, employee data, and other information used to support decisions.
• Create PowerPoint presentations, employee communications, process documentation, and other materials.
• Liase with the Peoples Operation Center (POC) team to assist with process improvements and ensure timely payments and pay related items are executed.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, employee experience, controls, and administrative processes.
• Develop, document and maintain procedures and process documentation to support consistent administration and knowledge transfer.
• Serve as a resource to other team members and provide guidance on compensation guidelines and best practices.
• Build knowledge across broader benefits and Total Rewards functions to provide additional coverage and support for the team.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in compensation or Total Rewards.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in compensation or Total Rewards.
• Experience supporting compensation programs within a large, multi-location, or global organization.
• Preparation of end-to-end payment & performance cycles including merit and bonus processes, manual calculations and coordination with payroll, HR, and business teams.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with specific expertise and skill in Excel.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with specific expertise and skill in Excel.
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn and navigate multiple HRIS systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage sensitive and complex employee matters.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage confidential information appropriately.