Compensation Analyst

Ryan Companies US Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement Plan

Education Assistance

PTO

Employee Discounts

Volunteer Time Off

ERGs

Job summary

Ryan Companies US, Inc. in Minneapolis is seeking a Compensation Analyst to support compensation and recognition programs, partner with HR, and align pay practices with the company strategy.

The role focuses on market data and analytics using Workday and Payfactors, collaborating with leaders to drive fair, competitive compensation and an engaging recognition program. This position offers comprehensive benefits and growth within Total Rewards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field preferred
• Minimum 2–4 years HR experience with focus in Compensation
• Equivalent military experience considered for required years of experience

Responsibilities

• Consult with HR partners on compensation topics
• Evaluate job descriptions to determine salary structures and exemption status
• Participate in annual salary surveys to build competitive structures
• Assist in maintaining market data in Payfactors and modeling merit increases
• Manage compensation data in Workday and collaborate with leaders on decisions
• Support development of the company’s recognition program
• Assist with payroll, benefits projects as needed
• Develop employee communications to be clear and engaging

Skills

Compensation knowledge

Excel

Analytical mindset

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Associate degree in Human Resources with 6+ years experience

Tools

Workday

Payfactors

Job description

Job Description: Ryan Companies is hiring for a Compensation Analyst in our Minneapolis office. This role is responsible for the analysis, development and implementation of our Compensation and Recognition systems and programs. Reporting to the VP of Total Rewards, this role will partner and consult with HR and leaders, focusing on market competitive pay practices aligned with our company values and business strategy. This will also be responsible for our Recognition program and may be involved in select payroll and benefits projects.

Responsibilities

• Consult with HR business partners and leaders on compensation topics.
• Evaluate and review job descriptions to determine appropriate salary structures and exemption status.
• Participate in annual salary surveys building competitive salary structures.
• Assist in maintaining current market data in Payfactors.
• Assist in modeling annual merit increases, range penetration and internal equity.
• Manage and review compensation data in Workday and partner with HR business partners and leaders to make compensation decisions Support the development and maintenance of the company’s very popular recognition program.
• Manage vendors, ensuring a smooth experience aligned with company strategies.
• Develop and update employee communications, ensuring they are clear, engaging, and consistent.
• Help define and document policies and procedures that comply with external legislation and regulations.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance the employee experience, and increase efficiency across all total rewards programs.
• Stay current on industry trends, regulatory updates, and emerging best practices to help keep Ryan’s programs competitive and compliant.
• Involvement with select projects in Payroll, Benefits and Leaves.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field is preferred, Minimum of 2-4 years progressive experience in Human Resources with at least 2 years focused in Compensation.
• Or an Associate degree in Human Resources paired with 6+ years of experience focused in the Compensation area.
• Equivalent military experience will be considered toward the required years of experience.

Stand Out if You Have

• Strong understanding of compensation methods, and practices, including job analysis and market pricing.
• Analytical mindset, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working with HR systems and market pricing platforms (Workday and Payfactors preferred).
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, employee experience, and operational efficiency across leave and wellness programs.
• Flexible, adaptable, collaborative, and solution-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Foundation in FLSA classifications and regulations.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to explain complex topics with clarity and empathy.
• Ability to build strong relationships and engage effectively with team members at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Able to work independently with general supervision.
• Ability to multi-task and strong organization skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Compensation

The annual salary range is $77,000 - 96,000. The base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities.

Eligibility

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Retirement and Savings Benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Family Planning & Parenting Benefits
• Employee Discount Programs
• Pet insurance
• Charitable Donation Matching
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

With more than 80 years in business and 17 offices (and growing!), Ryan offers comprehensive commercial real estate solutions to customers across the US. We bring a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to delivering spaces where people thrive and businesses succeed. Join a company with an outstanding culture and competitive benefits. At Ryan, we don’t just build buildings – we build stories.

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