What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Compensation Analyst position at Search Solution Group?
Job Overview:
Search Solution Group is seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst on behalf of our client, a prominent furniture manufacturer, located in Corte Madera, CA. This role is responsible for supporting the design, administration, and continuous improvement of the organization's compensation programs. The Senior Compensation Analyst will partner closely with Human Resources and business leaders to conduct market analyses, benchmark compensation, support annual compensation planning, and provide data-driven recommendations that ensure competitive, equitable, and compliant pay practices. This position is ideal for a highly analytical professional with strong technical skills and experience supporting compensation strategies within large, complex organizations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct salary benchmarking, market pricing, and compensation analyses to support competitive pay practices
- Participate in annual compensation planning processes, including merit increases, bonus planning, and salary adjustments
- Analyze compensation data and workforce trends to provide actionable recommendations to HR and business leaders
- Support the development and maintenance of salary structures, pay ranges, and compensation guidelines
- Participate in salary survey submissions and analyze survey results from providers such as Mercer, Radford, WTW, and Aon
- Assist with job evaluations and job leveling initiatives to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness
- Support equity compensation analysis and administration as needed
- Develop reports, dashboards, and executive presentations using compensation and workforce data
- Partner with HR Business Partners and leadership on compensation-related initiatives and performance management processes
- Ensure compensation programs comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
- Maintain accurate compensation data within HRIS systems and support system enhancements
- Identify opportunities to improve compensation processes, reporting, and data integrity
- Support global compensation initiatives and geographically dispersed workforce programs, as applicable
Requirements include:
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field required
- Master's degree or advanced certification is a plus
Experience:
- 3–5 years of progressive compensation experience within midsize to large organizations (1,000–2,000 employees)
- Experience supporting salary benchmarking, market pricing, and compensation analysis
- Experience partnering with HR and business leaders on annual compensation planning and performance management
- Experience with global compensation programs preferred
- Experience supporting geographically dispersed workforces preferred
- Experience with equity compensation administration or analysis preferred
Skills:
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, reporting, and dashboard creation
- Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
- Ability to interpret complex compensation data and communicate business-focused recommendations
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
Certifications:
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred
- Additional Human Resources certifications are a plus
Knowledge:
- Compensation strategy, salary administration, and pay structures
- Market pricing methodologies and salary survey participation
- Job evaluation and job leveling methodologies
- Annual merit, bonus, and compensation planning cycles
- Equity compensation principles and administration
- HR metrics, workforce analytics, and executive reporting
- Oracle HRIS preferred
- Experience with UKG, CompAnalyst, Google Workspace, BenAdmin, bswift, and Canva is a plus
- Compensation compliance and applicable employment regulations
Key Competencies:
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Data-driven decision-making
- Business acumen and strategic thinking
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Relationship building and cross-functional collaboration
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Initiative, accountability, and professionalism
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive compensation information with discretion
Company Overview:
Company Industry: Furniture Manufacturing
Location: Corte Madera, California
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Search Solution Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status in our hiring process or employment practices. We believe that a diverse workforce brings unique perspectives and strengths, driving innovation and growth. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and contribute to our team.
Disclaimer:
Please note that the job description provided is not exhaustive and is subject to change. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to meet the evolving needs of the organization and to ensure the successful completion of projects and objectives.