Compensation Analyst | Krakow, Poland | Hitachi Energy

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader is seeking an experienced Compensation Analyst to support global benchmarking activities and manage compensation projects. Ideal candidates will have over 3 years of experience, a relevant degree, and strong MS Office skills. This position offers a flexible hybrid work structure in Kraków, Poland.

Qualifications

• More than 3 years of professional experience in the compensation area.
• Strong practical use of MS Office with an advanced focus on Excel.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Support global benchmarking activities such as salary surveys.
• Participate in different compensation projects by analyzing data.
• Conduct Mercer job evaluations including drafting job descriptions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Compensation Analyst with extensive knowledge of Mercer job evaluation methodology, global benchmarking and annual compensation cycle activities.

At Hitachi by joining our vibrant environment, you will have a unique opportunity to influence the business by participating in the design, implementation, and governance of global compensation processes in approximately 30 countries.

Our flexible work practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow. For this role we follow a remote or hybrid work structure where you can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Support global benchmarking activities such as salary surveys, salary ranges and ad-hoc analyses.
• Participate in different compensation projects by analyzing large amounts of data and providing recommendations.
• Participate in the Workday processes for around 300’000 employees globally.
• Conduct Mercer job evaluations including drafting job descriptions, running interviews, collecting data, performing job matching, calibration and evaluation.
• Engage in various global grading projects e.g. acquisitions, expansions and integrations.
• Assist in defining and implementing compensation standards and policies.
• Provide guidance to HR Business Partners and managers on the processes and tools.
• Participate in grading and compensation audits.
• Recommend enhancements and simplifications to existing processes and procedures based on customers’ experience.

Your Background:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• More than 3 years of professional experience in the compensation area (regional role is a plus).
• Basic in Mercer job evaluation and job matching methodology.
• Experience in the annual compensation cycle activities.
• Strong practical use of MS Office with an advanced focus on Excel.
• Highly developed analytical and communication skills, excellent customer service and team orientation, process-oriented thinking, understanding interdependencies and attention to detail.
• Learning ability combined with high flexibility.
• High degree of personal responsibility, team-oriented with ability to work independently.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.

More About Us:

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.

We can provide more information during the recruitment process.

Job type Full time

Experience Experienced

Job function Human Resources

Contract Regular

Publication date 2025-11-25

Reference number R0111858

About Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.