Compensation Analyst

Driveway; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Driveway is seeking a Compensation Analyst to support compensation programs across its dealerships. This remote role involves designing compensation plans, conducting analyses, and collaborating with leadership to attract and retain talent. The company offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Paid Holidays & PTO

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lithia Learning Center

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills required.
• Prior experience in compensation or HR analytics a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design compensation plans that support company goals.
• Conduct analysis on pay plan effectiveness and staffing levels.
• Present data-driven recommendations to leadership.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Customer Service Mindset

Time Management

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

Compensation Analyst | Lithia & Driveway

Lithia & Driveway (LAD) is one of the largest automotive retailers in the nation, and we're growing. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for a Compensation Analyst who is passionate about driving performance through smart, strategic pay solutions.

In this role, you’ll play a critical part in supporting our compensation programs across our nationwide network of dealerships. You'll partner closely with store leadership and executive teams to design and evaluate compensation plans that attract and retain top talent, reward high performance, and align with business objectives.

Location: Remote (Medford, OR preferred)

Compensation: $60,000-$65,000

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with store management and executive leadership to design compensation plans that:

Support company and dealership goals

Motivate employees to exceed performance expectations

Attract, retain, and reward high-performing talent

Ensure compliance with federal and state laws

Conduct thorough analysis of:

Pay plan effectiveness using historical and recent performance data

Staffing levels and productivity to manage payroll expenses

Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and performance metrics to identify compensation opportunities

Present data-driven recommendations clearly to leaders at all levels

Contribute to compensation department projects, reporting, and analytics

What You Bring

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Excellent communication and presentation abilities

Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

High attention to detail and a customer service mindset

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Prior experience in compensation or HR analytics a plus

What Drives You, Drives Us
We’re looking for someone who:

Does the right thing and embraces change

Takes ownership, follows through, and delivers results

Believes in continuous learning and improvement

Works collaboratively and lives our core values

Why Lithia & Driveway?

At Lithia & Driveway, we believe our people are the key to our success. We offer a collaborative, fast-paced environment where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged. You'll have access to competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to grow your career as we continue to expand nationwide.

We offer best in class industry benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs

High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

About the company

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