Senior Compensation Analyst

Colliers International; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Compensation Analyst to drive competitive strategies and provide advisory support. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to influence compensation programs, collaborate with HR, and lead critical projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset and excellent communication skills, thriving in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and fosters professional growth, where your contributions will directly impact organizational success and employee satisfaction. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in compensation with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze data and provide strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Drive compensation strategies through market research and benchmarking.
• Collaborate with HR to provide expert guidance on compensation matters.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Customer Focus

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

Tools

Excel

Workday

Job description

Senior Compensation Analyst

Apply locations Toronto, Ontario, Canada posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id JR15349

Make your next move an expert one.

At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities.

Why Colliers?

Our enterprising environment needs your expertise to facilitate Colliers’ continued growth as an industry leader. Our nimble, decentralized culture can provide you with a wealth of opportunities to learn about our business and quickly gain experience to accelerate your career.

This position is a hybrid role based out of our 181 Bay Street, Toronto, ON office.

About you

You are a strategic and analytical professional with a customer-focused mindset, eager to take on high-profile projects in their early stages. With a strong ability to influence and collaborate across business functions and geographic regions, you excel in providing advisory support for compensation program administration. Your technical expertise and commitment to delivering exceptional service set you apart, and you thrive in navigating ambiguity while demonstrating sound judgment in resolving complex issues.

In this role, you will…

1. Drive competitive compensation strategies by evaluating existing programs, including annual salary survey participation, conducting market research, benchmarking, and analyzing trends to ensure best-in-class practices.

2. Act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner, collaborating with HR Business Partners and Talent Acquisition to provide expert guidance on compensation-related matters.

3. Lead the annual regional merit and bonus process, overseeing program administration and configuring systems like Workday to ensure a seamless and efficient experience.

4. Enhance efficiency and compliance by developing and documenting streamlined processes aligned with regulatory requirements.

5. Support the job evaluation and benchmarking process, partnering with HR and business leaders, and legal to ensure compliance, and uphold internal equity and market competitiveness.

6. Support delivery of critical compensation projects, providing data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and HRLT decision-makers.

What you’ll bring

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance (or related fields)

2. 4+ years of progressive experience in compensation

3. Advanced knowledge of Excel, including managing large databases and creating Excel charts

4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills

5. Ability to analyze data and draw conclusions and trends demonstrating excellent critical thinking skills

6. Experience with Job Architecture or Job Evaluation

7. Experience with Workday and or a Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) is a plus

8. Experience working with a US Client base including FLSA, EEO-1, and compliance issues is a plus

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Colliers is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at [e-mail].