Compensation & Benefits Analyst - #25487

Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with a global manufacturing organization, is seeking a skilled Compensation and Benefits Analyst. This role is responsible for administering U.S. employee benefits, supporting compensation cycles, and ensuring programs remain compliant, competitive, and cost-effective. The ideal candidate will bring a strong data mindset and HR systems experience to support ongoing compensation and benefits operations.

Job Duties

• Manage day-to-day administration of medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and wellness plans
• Coordinate benefits enrollment, changes, terminations, and vendor communications
• Lead annual open enrollment, broker engagement, and benefits renewal planning
• Analyze market trends, utilization, and cost scenarios to inform leadership decisions
• Ensure compliance with ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, IRS, and DOL regulations
• Support 401(k) plan operations including eligibility, transactions, and compliance testing
• Assist in executing annual compensation processes including merit and bonus cycles
• Conduct compensation benchmarking and support salary structure maintenance
• Generate compensation-related reports, dashboards, and analytics for HR and leadership
• Contribute to HRIS reporting and compensation process improvements

Skills & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• 5 years of experience in compensation and benefits roles
• Strong Excel skills and experience with HR data analysis and reporting
• Familiarity with 401(k) administration and benefits compliance regulations
• Experience supporting merit and bonus cycles
• Proficiency in compensation benchmarking and survey participation
• Exposure to HRIS platforms and compensation reporting
• Knowledge of U.S. benefits regulations (ERISA, ACA, COBRA, etc.)

Desired:

• Master’s degree in HR or related field, SHRM Certificate
• ADP Payroll system experience
• Experience working across regions or within global HR teams
• Familiarity with internal equity reviews and job evaluations
• Ability to develop or maintain salary structures and job architecture
• Background in environmental, health, and safety (EHS) support from an HR perspective

Blue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based out of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we’ve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth. We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners.