Compensation Analyst

Taylor White; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Talantir is seeking a Compensation Analyst to join a tight-knit, collaborative team in the Greater Tampa Bay area. This evolving function will build structure, processes, and strategy—offering a rare chance to shape the formative stage in an established company.

The role suits someone who thrives in changing environments and enjoys turning ambiguity into clarity. This is an on-site role with excellent benefits, an outstanding culture, and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, HR, IT, or related field.
• 3+ years of compensation experience.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills with large datasets.
• Experience with market surveys or salary benchmarking.
• Discretion handling sensitive employee data.
• Collaborative, proactive communication style.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compensation reviews and produce analyses.
• Apply external market data to maintain competitive pay positioning.
• Contribute to job leveling efforts as structures continue to be defined.
• Coordinate employee mobility and relocation program components with external partners.
• Communicate professionally with legal, vendor, and HR counterparts as needed.
• Support design and evaluation of variable pay programs.
• Run the annual pay-planning cycle with accuracy, deadlines, and discretion.
• Independently manage compensation-related inquiries requiring sound judgment.
• Assist with system-related projects tied to future HR technology enhancements.
• Analyze large datasets using advanced Excel skills to support planning and modeling.
• Provide guidance to HR partners on compensation consistency and internal alignment.
• Help prepare compensation materials used for executive or board-level discussions.

Skills

Excel analytics

Compensation analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Market data benchmarking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, IT, or related field

Tools

HR data systems

Job description

If you are looking to join a culture-first organization that values its employees, we have just the spot for you!

Compensation Analyst | Up to $125k | Culture-first Organization! Location: Greater Tampa Bay | Fully In-Office | Local Candidates Only

We’re supporting a highly respected organization seeking a Compensation Analyst to join a tight‑knit, collaborative team. This newly evolved function is building fresh structure, processes, and strategy—offering a rare chance to impact the formative stage in an established company. The role is ideal for someone who thrives in evolving environments and enjoys shaping clarity from ambiguity. You’ll work closely with a leader who is ambitious, supportive, and energized by developing talent eager to grow. The position blends analytical rigor with meaningful partnership across the business. This is a full on‑site role with excellent benefits, an outstanding culture, and competitive compensation! Successful completion of background, drug and reference checks required!

Responsibilities:

• Conduct compensation reviews and produce clear analyses to guide internal decision‑making.
• Interpret and apply external market data to maintain competitive pay positioning.
• Contribute to job leveling efforts as structures continue to be defined.
• Coordinate employee mobility and relocation program components with external partners.
• Communicate professionally with legal, vendor, and HR counterparts as needed.
• Support design and evaluation of variable pay programs.
• Run the annual pay‑planning cycle with accuracy, deadlines, and discretion.
• Independently manage compensation‑related inquiries requiring sound judgment.
• Assist with system‑related projects tied to future HR technology enhancements.
• Analyze large datasets using advanced Excel skills to support planning and modeling.
• Provide guidance to HR partners on compensation consistency and internal alignment.
• Help prepare compensation materials used for executive or board‑level discussions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, HR, IT, or related field required.
• 3+ years of experience in compensation, ideally with exposure to multiple areas of the function.
• Strong analytical capability with fluency in Excel and confidence working with large datasets.
• Experience handling market surveys, benchmarking, or salary structure maintenance.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, curious, proactive communication style.
• Experience supporting system implementations or HR technology enhancements is a plus.
• Integrity and discretion in handling sensitive employee data – required!

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Exceptionally positive, inclusive, people‑first culture with a leader who invests deeply in development.
• Highly collaborative team dynamic—smart, genuine, supportive colleagues.
• Strong benefits including covered medical options, generous PTO, personal days, holidays, retirement contributions, and more.
• Stable, reputable organization offering long‑term growth and meaningful exposure across the business.
• Fully on‑site role with a team that genuinely enjoys working together.