Compensation Analyst

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Los Angeles is seeking a Compensation Analyst to support fair, competitive compensation within a unionized healthcare setting. You will partner with labor relations, HR, and business leaders to address wage disputes, classifications, and salary decisions.

The role requires advanced Excel, data analysis, and knowledge of compensation laws. The organization offers a mission-driven environment with opportunities to influence pay practices and equity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field or equivalent combination.
• 3–5 years experience in compensation analysis.
• General knowledge of compensation practices and programs.
• Understanding of compensation-related laws (FLSA).
• Advanced Excel skills and MS Office proficiency.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Research and data analysis skills for decisions and actions.
• Healthcare industry experience desired.
• MarketPay and PeopleSoft experience desired.
• Experience with collective bargaining agreements and unions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Labor Relations, HR, and organizational leaders to address wage-related disputes, job classifications, and compensation matters.
• Support collective bargaining and contract administration through cost analyses and wage calculations.
• Conduct job evaluations, classification reviews, and market benchmarking for equitable compensation.
• Analyze the compensation impact of organizational changes and staffing adjustments.
• Provide guidance on salary offers, pay adjustments, and compensation policies.
• Use data and analytics to identify trends and improve compensation practices.

Skills

Compensation analysis

Education/Experience

FLSA knowledge

Advanced Excel

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Union environment experience

Labor relations familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Description

Join UCLA Health, a leading academic medical center dedicated to improving lives through exceptional patient care, research, and education. As a Compensation Analyst, you'll play an important role in supporting fair, consistent, and competitive compensation practices in a complex, highly unionized healthcare environment.

In this role, you will:

• Partner with Labor Relations, HR, and organizational leaders to address wage-related disputes, job classifications, and compensation matters.
• Support collective bargaining and contract administration through cost analyses, wage calculations, and preparation of documentation for negotiations and grievance proceedings.
• Conduct job evaluations, classification reviews, salary analyses, and market benchmarking to support equitable compensation decisions.
• Analyze the compensation impact of organizational changes, staffing adjustments, and proposed wage modifications.
• Provide guidance on salary offers, pay adjustments, compensation policies, and union wage implementations.
• Use data and analytics to identify trends, inform recommendations, and improve compensation practices.

Bring your analytical skills and collaborative approach to a mission-driven organization where supporting our workforce helps advance our commitment to improving patient lives.

The full salary range for this position is $88,900 to $190,300. The budgeted salary range the University reasonably expects to pay is approximately $100,000 to $150,000. Actual salary offers will be based on factors including qualifications, experience, and internal equity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3-5 years experience in compensation analysis
• General knowledge of compensation practices and programs
• Understanding of compensation-related laws and regulations (federal, state, and local), including Fair Labor Standard Act
• Advanced Excel skills and advanced skill with MS Office Suite
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills to establish rapport with a wide variety of constituents, including clients, colleagues and all levels of management
• Skill in researching information and analyzing data to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action required
• Healthcare industry experience highly desired
• MarketPay and PeopleSoft experience highly desired
• Experience working with collective bargaining agreements and in union environments preferred