Sr Analyst - Comp

Description & Requirements

The Sr.

Analyst - Compensation plays a critical role in supporting the organization's compensation strategy by partnering closely with HR partners to address day-to-day operational challenges.

This role is responsible for providing consultative guidance, developing practical solutions, and driving consistency in compensation practices across the company.

The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about operational excellence and alignment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Serve as a primary point of contact for HR partners, offering expert guidance on compensation-related operational issues.

-Provide thoughtful, data-informed recommendations and present multiple options to help HR partners address business needs effectively.

-Translate complex compensation concepts into clear, actionable guidance tailored to HR and business leaders.

- Promote consistent application of compensation policies, practices, and tools across the company.

-Identify and resolve misalignments in job architecture, career leveling, and pay practices, ensuring operational integrity.

-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compensation workflows and improve data accuracy.

-Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with HR partners and key stakeholders, including actively listening to partner needs and tailoring solutions to address unique business challenges.

-Strengthen collaboration across HR teams by facilitating knowledge sharing and promoting best practices.

-Analyze internal and external compensation data to support informed decision-making.

-Support continuous improvement efforts in compensation operations and systems, and assist in developing and delivering training and resources for HR partners.

-Contribute to compensation-related projects such as incentive plans, annual compensation planning, market reviews, and data audits.

Minimum Requirements

- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in compensation required.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and HRIS/reporting tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience working in a matrixed organization and driving alignment across diverse teams.

-Knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations relating to HR and compensation.

- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred.

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

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