Compensation Analyst: Market Benchmarking & Pay Analytics

Hire-Authority; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hire-Authority is assisting a client in Northwest Houston to hire an HR Compensation Analyst. This role focuses on evaluating the organization's pay structure and benchmarking against market trends.

You will analyze compensation data, prepare models and reports, and collaborate with stakeholders to support confidential, compliant pay decisions. The role requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel and HRIS. The salary range is $60,000 to $75,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Previous compensation experience including base pay and benchmarking.
• Advanced Excel skills: pivot tables, lookups, formulas, macros.
• Knowledge of HRIS and compensation tools/software.
• Strong time management and attention to detail.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and mathematical ability.
• Understanding of job evaluation, market pricing, surveys, and pay administration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct job evaluations, market benchmarking, and analysis for competitive positioning and equity.
• Prepare compensation analyses, models, reports, and materials for planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather data for compensation planning and reporting.
• Maintain compensation tools and documentation of programs.
• Research compensation trends, regulatory changes, and market practices.
• Support governance activities with data-driven insights.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel macros

HRIS software

Job description

Hire-Authority is assisting a client in Northwest Houston to hire an HR Compensation Analyst. This role focuses on evaluating the organization's pay structure and benchmarking against market trends.

You will analyze compensation data, prepare models and reports, and collaborate with stakeholders to support confidential, compliant pay decisions. The role requires attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with Excel and HRIS. The salary range is $60,000 to $75,000 per year.