Compensation Analyst

Our Boston-based client, a management consulting firm, has an immediate opening for a Compensation Analyst. This hybrid role will be responsible for the implementation and administration of employee total rewards programs, on both existing and new system platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Align compensation and recognition philosophy with company culture and strategy (base, incentives, perks) for all levels including executive compensation
• Measure compensation effectiveness and its cost impact, while ensuring alignment to business and people strategies
• Complete payroll processing tasks related to Total Rewards
• Analyze compensation programs to maintain equity, competitiveness, and legal compliance of the organization's compensation practices
• Support performance evaluations and other Reward & Recognition programs
• Manage all aspects of HRIS compensation module including audit; assist in review, testing, and implementation of system upgrades
• Recommend process/customer service improvements, innovative solutions, policy changes, etc.
• Serve as a key liaison with third parties and other stakeholders (i.e., payroll)
• Stay appraised of changing compliance needs and develop business processes that are sound and pertain to various federal, state, and local regulations
• Other responsibilities as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive compensation/rewards experience
• Expertise administering competitive and equitable compensation to attract and retain high-performing people
• Proven track record implementing and enhancing best-in-class Compensation Rewards & Recognition Programming within a complex corporate or consulting environment
• Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving skills, including Excel
• Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy
• Strong customer service skills; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Complete propriety in maintaining sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment; effective oral/written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) and/or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) (Preferred)