Compensation Advisor Senior - Operations

usaa; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

USAA in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Senior Compensation Advisor to serve as a strategic partner to HRBPs and business leaders, guiding compensation programs, market analyses and governance to ensure competitiveness. The role leads projects, advises senior leadership, and develops resources to educate managers on compensation practices.

Office presence is required 4 days a week in San Antonio, Plano, Phoenix or Charlotte. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant education/experience.
• 6+ years of compensation-related work experience or related HR/finance experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of federal and state compensation laws and regulations.
• Experience with market pricing, benchmarking and survey analysis (e.g., using CompAnalyst).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and administer compensation programs, policies, and governance.
• Analyze market data and trends to ensure competitiveness and compliance.
• Advise senior leadership and HRBPs on compensation strategy and governance.
• Lead enterprise-wide compensation projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Develop learning resources and training on compensation for management.

Skills

Market analysis

Compensation consulting

Data analytics

Workday

Tableau

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CompAnalyst

Workday

Tableau

Job description

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values - honesty, integrity, loyalty and service - define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

We are proud to support active-duty military spouses. USAA roles may offer remote or hybrid flexibility for active-duty military spouses consistent with applicable policy and business needs.

The Opportunity

The Compensation Advisor Senior serves as a strategic compensation partner to Human Resource Business Partners (HRBPs), business leaders, and key stakeholders while ensuring the effective administration and governance of compensation programs. Responsibilities include providing compensation consultation, conducting market analysis, managing survey participation, supporting job architecture governance, administering compensation programs, developing compensation recommendations, and ensuring alignment with compensation philosophy, business objectives, and market competitiveness.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position is based in San Antonio, TX, Plano, TX, Phoenix, AZ, or Charlotte, NC. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What you'll do:

• Provides advanced knowledge and guidance in the design, assessment, implementation and/or administration of compensation programs, practices and policies (Executive and/or Non Executive).


• Proactively identifies and analyzes organizational trends, market data, and industry practices to identify root causes and address compensation issues.


• Advises senior leadership and HR Business Partners on compensation programs, practices and policies (Executive and/or Non-Executive) to ensure market competitiveness, strategic alignment and legal compliance.


• Consults with HR and business stakeholders.


• Provides guidance, oversight, and communication on compensation programs, practices and policies as well as the total rewards philosophy and strategy.


• Serves as a coach to peers and team members and acts as a resource for escalated issues of an unusual nature.


• Leads compensation projects and initiatives with an enterprise-wide impact.


• Represents Compensation in cross-functional teams.


• Coordinates with key stakeholders for the development and implementation of systems and processes which support compensation projects and initiatives.


• Develops learning resources and conducts training to educate management and employees on compensation-related programs, practices and policies, ensuring compliance with legal standards and strategic alignment.


• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience.


• 6 or more years of relevant work experience in compensation discipline, or related experience in HR, Finance, or business sales operations to include general business consulting/analysis experience or business management experience, and developing knowledge of relevant compensation and/or HR laws.


• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products and other software to be used to develop analysis, charts, and/or supporting documentation.


• Knowledge of federal laws, rules, and regulations to include: Federal and state fair employment practices laws including Equal Pay Acts and other nondiscrimination laws. Federal contractor and affirmative action laws and regulations such as Executive Order 11246.


• FLSA If supporting variable pay program: REG Z, SafeAct. If supporting Executive Rewards programs: knowledge of Interagency Guidance on Sound Compensation Policies (75 FR 36395) and Internal Revenue Code requirements applicable to executive compensation.

What sets you apart

• Advanced experience with market pricing, compensation benchmarking, and survey analysis using CompAnalyst or similar tools.


• Proven ability to leverage data and analytics to identify trends, develop insights, and influence compensation-related decisions.


• Experience supporting the administration and execution of annual compensation cycles, including merit, incentive, promotion, and market adjustment programs.


• Experience utilizing Workday and Tableau to drive process improvements, reporting enhancements, and operational efficiency.

Compensation range: The salary range for this position is: $103,450 - $197,730.

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establish