Compensation Analyst

Norsk Hydro; Rosemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 86,934 - 118,210; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Norsk Hydro in Rosemont, IL is seeking a Compensation Analyst to support fair and compliant pay practices. This critical position involves job evaluation, compensation governance, and strategic initiatives that promote pay equity within Hydro Extrusion North America.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree related to Human Resources and have 3–5 years of experience in compensation analysis. This role offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive compensation packages, including retirement plans and education assistance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a compensation or job evaluation role.
• Experience with merit and incentive review cycles.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Administer the end-to-end job evaluation and job architecture process.
• Evaluate new and evolving roles to ensure consistency.
• Conduct market benchmarking and salary survey participation.

Skills

Analytical capability

Compensation structures understanding

Market pricing knowledge

Pay equity principles

Collaboration

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

HRIS systems

SAP SuccessFactors

UKG

Mercer WIN

Job description

Location: Rosemont, IL, US, 60018 | Career area: Human Resources | Department: US - Compensation | Job Type: Permanent | Apply by: August 24, 2026

What we offer you

• The opportunity to own and shape the job evaluation and job architecture framework for a large, complex North American business
• A visible, impactful role partnering with HR, Compensation leadership, and business leaders across the organization
• Exposure to strategic compensation initiatives, including pay equity, market benchmarking, and incentive programs
• A collaborative, professional HR environment that values data‑driven decision‑making and continuous improvement
• A hybrid/flexible work schedule based out of the ENA Business Unit Headquarters in Rosemont, IL
• Competitive compensation and benefits within a global manufacturing organization committed to fairness, compliance, and internal equity
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility

Pay Range: $86,934 - $118,210

Job Summary

The Compensation Analyst plays a critical role in supporting fair, competitive, and compliant pay practices at Hydro Extrusion North America (ENA). This position owns the end‑to‑end job evaluation and job architecture assignment process, ensuring roles are consistently evaluated to support internal equity and market alignment.

As a subject‑matter expert in Mercer’s International Position Evaluation (IPE) methodology, the Compensation Analyst partners closely with HR and business leaders to evaluate new and evolving roles, maintain job structures, and support sound compensation decisions. This role is not a systems, HRIS, or IT analyst position; it is focused on compensation analysis, job evaluation governance, and advisory support.

Based at ENA’s Business Unit Headquarters in Rosemont, IL, this role offers a hybrid/flexible work schedule and contributes to pay equity analysis, market benchmarking, annual merit and incentive review cycles, regulatory compliance, and strategic compensation initiatives—while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of compensation data.

What you will be doing

• Own and administer the end‑to‑end job evaluation and job architecture process using Mercer's International Position Evaluation (IPE) methodology
• Serve as the primary subject‑matter expert for job evaluation, advising HR partners and business leaders on role design, leveling, and internal alignment
• Evaluate new, evolving, and redesigned roles and ensure consistent application of job architecture standards
• Maintain job evaluation guidelines, documentation, and governance to ensure consistency, transparency, and audit readiness
• Support compensation actions including promotions, transfers, and organizational changes
• Administer and support the annual merit and short‑term incentive review processes
• Conduct market benchmarking and salary survey participation to support competitive pay decisions
• Analyze pay equity trends, perform FLSA testing, and support compensation compliance initiatives
• Maintain accurate compensation data and records within HR systems and reporting tools
• Contribute to strategic compensation projects and continuous improvement of compensation practices

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of experience in a compensation or job evaluation role, with demonstrated analytical capability
• A solid understanding of compensation structures, job architecture, market pricing, and pay equity principles
• Experience supporting merit and incentive review cycles, salary surveys, and benchmarking activities
• Familiarity with FLSA classification and compensation compliance requirements
• Strong analytical, documentation, and data interpretation skills with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with HR partners, managers, and business leaders
• Comfort serving as a trusted advisor and subject‑matter expert, balancing consistency with business needs
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, HRIS systems, and compensation tools (SAP SuccessFactors, UKG, Mercer WIN preferred)

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• HR or compensation certification (SHRM‑CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR, CCP)
• Working knowledge of job evaluation methodologies (Mercer IPE experience strongly preferred)

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions.