Compensation Analyst

King & Bishop; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

King & Bishop is seeking a Compensation Analyst/Consultant for a ~6–8 week contract in East Boston, MA. The role focuses on evaluating compensation structures, classifications, pay equity, and workforce practices to support compliance and informed decisions.

The candidate should have strong background in compensation analysis, FLSA regulations, and the ability to manage multiple projects independently in a short-term assignment.

Qualifications

• Experience in compensation analysis or consulting.
• Strong knowledge of FLSA regulations and overtime rules.
• Experience with pay equity studies and benchmarking.
• Understanding of union compensation structures and pay compression.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to interpret complex compensation data and present recommendations.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently on a short-term assignment.

Responsibilities

• Review exemptions, overtime eligibility, and earnings for compliance.
• Analyze union vs management pay and overtime impact.
• Conduct FLSA classification testing for positions.
• Review contractor populations for conversions and workforce considerations.
• Perform pay equity assessment within salary bands and identify disparities.
• Prepare findings and recommendations for HR and leadership.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to gather compensation data.

Skills

Excel proficiency

FLSA knowledge

Pay equity analysis

Data analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Compensation Analyst / Consultant

Location: East Boston, MA (Hybrid) Job Type: Temporary Contract Duration: Approximately 6–8 Weeks

Position Overview

King & Bishop is seeking an experienced Compensation Analyst / Consultant for a 6–8 week contract assignment in East Boston, MA. This individual will evaluate compensation structures, employee classifications, pay equity, and workforce practices to support compliance and informed compensation decisions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in compensation analysis, FLSA regulations, and workforce assessments, with the ability to independently manage multiple projects and provide actionable recommendations.

Key Responsibilities

• Exempt & Overtime Classification: Review employee classifications, overtime eligibility, and earnings to assess compliance and recommend appropriate changes.
• Union & Management Pay Compression: Analyze compensation differences between union employees and management, including the impact of overtime earnings.
• FLSA Compliance: Conduct classification testing and evaluations for designated positions to assess compliance with Fair Labor Standards Act requirements.
• Contractor Workforce Analysis: Review contractor populations to identify potential conversion opportunities, long-term engagement concerns, and workforce considerations.
• Pay Equity Analysis: Conduct a comprehensive pay equity assessment within established salary bands, identifying potential disparities and recommending improvements.
• Prepare detailed findings, reports, and recommendations for HR and organizational leadership.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to gather compensation data and support project objectives.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in compensation analysis, compensation consulting, or a related HR function.
• Strong knowledge of FLSA regulations, exempt/nonexempt classifications, and overtime requirements.
• Experience conducting pay equity studies, salary analysis, and compensation benchmarking.
• Understanding of union compensation structures and pay compression.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Ability to interpret complex compensation data and present clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities within a short-term assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in unionized environments.
• Familiarity with contractor classification and workforce conversion assessments.
• Previous experience conducting compensation audits or compliance reviews.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.