Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a data-driven compensation expert to join our People team as a Senior Compensation & Total Rewards Specialist. This role focuses primarily on compensation strategy (75%), including benchmarking, pay structures, and rewards program administration, with additional responsibilities in benefits and leave administration (25%).

You will play a key role in ensuring competitive, equitable compensation programs, optimizing HR systems, and supporting benefits and leave processes. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, compensation expertise, and a process-driven mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Compensation & Total Rewards (75%)

• Manage annual and mid-year merit and bonus cycles, including planning, execution, and analysis.
• Conduct market benchmarking and job evaluations (FMI, Radford, CEA, Moss Adams) to ensure competitive pay.
• Develop and maintain compensation structures, salary bands, and job leveling frameworks.
• Administer equity, incentive, and spot bonus programs to attract and retain talent.
• Analyze pay trends, internal equity, and variable pay programs, ensuring compliance and business alignment.
• Optimize HR systems (e.g., Paylocity, Jobvite) for compensation administration and reporting.

Benefits & Leave Administration (25%)

• Support benefits open enrollment, including vendor coordination and employee communications.
• Oversee leave programs (FMLA, ADA, EDD), ensuring compliance and employee support.
• Manage COBRA administration and assist with employee benefits inquiries.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in compensation analysis, total rewards, or HR operations.
• Strong proficiency in pay benchmarking, salary structures, and incentive programs.
• Experience with HCM systems (e.g., Paylocity, Jobvite, SuccessFactors) and advanced Excel/Google Sheets.
• Knowledge of benefits and leave administration a plus.
• High level of confidentiality, accuracy, and attention to detail.

What You’ll Bring

✔ Analytical mindset with a passion for data-driven decision-making.

✔ Process-driven approach to compensation and rewards management.

✔ Collaborative, service-focused attitude with strong stakeholder influence.

✔ Commitment to continuous improvement and equitable pay practices.

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