Compensation Analyst

Insight Global; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable staffing agency is seeking a highly skilled Senior Compensation Analyst to join their client onsite in Cincinnati, OH. This full-time role involves leading compensation analysis efforts, refining job descriptions, and developing analytics solutions. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business Administration and 3+ years of compensation experience. The salary is competitive, ranging from $90,000 to $120,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working within compensation.
• Experience with market data from outside vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead compensation analysis efforts for the Job Architecture Project.
• Evaluate and refine job descriptions for accuracy and alignment.
• Analyze employee movement to identify trends.
• Benchmark compensation data against industry standards.
• Develop and maintain Excel macros for compensation analytics.
• Translate complex data into clear visualizations for stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical experience with market data

Experience with platforms such as UKG and Excel

Understanding of compensation structures

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Business Administration

Tools

UKG

Excel

Job description

Overview

Insight Global is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Compensation Analyst to join our client onsite in Cincinnati, OH. This role supports a long-term Job Architecture Project to ensure compensation structures and job descriptions align with industry standards and support employee growth and mobility.

Must Have Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Finance or Business Administration (or related field)
• 3+ years of experience working within compensation
• Analytical experience with market data and platforms such as UKG, Time Management System tools, and Excel
• Experience working with market data from outside vendors
• Example vendors: Korn Ferry, Mercer, Willis Towers Watson, etc.

Responsibilities

• Lead compensation analysis efforts to support the ongoing Job Architecture Project.
• Evaluate and refine job descriptions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Analyze employee movement across the organization to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Benchmark compensation data against industry standards to ensure competitiveness and equity.
• Develop and maintain Excel macros and advanced spreadsheets to streamline compensation analytics.
• Translate complex data into clear, compelling stories and visualizations for stakeholders.
• Provide day-to-day support on various compensation-related projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with HR, Talent Management, and business leaders to implement compensation strategies.

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Business Development, General Business, and Management

Industries

Manufacturing and Higher Education