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Compensation Analyst

Motorola Solutions
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026
Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

At Motorola Solutions, the Broad-Based Compensation team provides strategic and day-to-day operational support globally regarding compensation matters. This includes design, implementation and administration of compensation programs (I.e., merit, bonus, equity/stock), policies, and procedures to ensure compensation strategies support and reinforce business strategies. We strive to create tools and processes which enable HR Business Partners and managers globally to make compensation decisions that attract and retain employees. We love to collaborate and create!

Responsibilities

Job Description

  • Supports the administration of company-wide rewards processes (merit, annual incentives and equity awards)
  • Participates in compensation surveys and analyzes competitive market information to determine the company’s competitive position.
  • Assist in conducting regular audits of compensation data to identify trends, ensure data integrity, and support Rewards initiatives
  • Uses established job evaluation systems and compensation tools to learn compensation fundamentals and support individual or group compensation actions.
  • Conducts external and internal compensation analysis to determine position to market and makes recommendations for individuals and/or groups, as needed
  • Helps the equity administration and executive compensation departments as needed
  • Provides support for recognition and service award programs
  • Actively identify opportunities for process improvement within the compensation lifecycle and support the implementation of AI-driven tools to enhance team productivity and data accuracy
  • Assists on various special assignments, as requested, relating to compensation program administration and/or providing information for management use

Preferred Qualifications

  • Excel and/or Google Sheet skills
  • Preference given to candidates with experience using Workday and/or MarketPay
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Customer service orientation
  • Flexible demeanor and the demonstrated ability to work as a team
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle highly sensitive information

Note: This is a hybrid role based out of our Chicago office - candidate must reside in the Chicagoland area with access to work in the Chicago or Schaumburg offices as needed

Basic Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources (Compensation), Business Administration or related field and 0-1 year of experience within Human Resources
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements

Under 10%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

New Grad

Referral Payment Plan

No

Our U.S. Benefits Include

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
  • and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

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