Compensation and HR Systems Administrator

The IRONMAN Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The IRONMAN Group in Tampa, FL is seeking a Compensation and HR Systems Administrator to support day-to-day compensation processes and HR technology platforms. You will maintain employee data, run standard reports, assist with compensation planning, and collaborate with People, Finance, IT, and external vendors to ensure accurate execution.

This role emphasizes data integrity, process documentation, and a proactive, athlete-first mindset in a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in HR administration, HR operations, HR systems, payroll, compensation support, or a related administrative role.
• Experience supporting annual compensation, payroll, HRIS, or employee data processes preferred.
• Intermediate Excel skills including basic formulas, filters, sorting, pivot tables, and lookups.
• Experience using HRIS systems, reporting tools, or employee data platforms preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and commitment to data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support routine administration of compensation processes, including approved salary adjustments, promotions, incentives, and annual compensation planning activities.
• Maintain compensation-related files, salary range tables, job data, and approval documentation in accordance with guidelines.
• Prepare standard compensation reports and data files for review by People Business Partners, Finance, and HR leadership.
• Track approvals, deadlines, and required documentation to support accurate and timely execution of compensation processes.
• Provide basic HR system support by answering routine user questions, documenting issues, and escalating complex items to IT, vendors, or HR system owners.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Tools

HRIS systems

UKG Ready

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brief Description

At The IRONMAN Group, our purpose is clear: to inspire people to unlock their greatest potential through sport, pushing beyond limits to become the fullest expression of human achievement. Through our BE ICONIC vision, we are building the most loved brands, producing the world’s most inspiring events, and fostering deeply engaged communities that change lives. By 2028, we aim to empower over a million athletes to cross a finish line each year and inspire a billion people worldwide through the power of the human spirit.

Brief Description

At The IRONMAN Group, our purpose is clear: to inspire people to unlock their greatest potential through sport, pushing beyond limits to become the fullest expression of human achievement. Through our BE ICONIC vision, we are building the most loved brands, producing the world’s most inspiring events, and fostering deeply engaged communities that change lives. By 2028, we aim to empower over a million athletes to cross a finish line each year and inspire a billion people worldwide through the power of the human spirit. As part of our team, you’ll join a high‑performance, caring culture where innovation thrives, communities are uplifted, and every achievement, big or small, is celebrated. You’ll help shape experiences that fill hearts, consume minds, and enrich souls. This is more than a job. It’s a chance to be part of a global movement, to lead from the front, and to leave a legacy. Together, we create moments that last a lifetime. The IRONMAN Group is the world’s largest operator of mass participation sports, delivering over 200+ events a year across 55+ countries thanks to a passionate global team. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group.

For The IRONMAN Group in Tampa, FL US, we are seeking a highly motivated individual for the position of

Compensation and HR Systems Administrator

The Opportunity

The Compensation and HR Systems Administrator supports the day-to-day administration of compensation processes and HR technology platforms. This role helps maintain accurate employee, job, compensation, and organizational data; prepares standard reports; supports annual compensation planning activities; assists with HR system updates, testing, and troubleshooting; and maintains process documentation. The position partners with People team members, Finance, IT, and external vendors to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent execution of established processes.

Key Responsibilities

Culture

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful team environment by demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and collaboration in all interactions.
• Embrace IRONMAN’s BE ICONIC mindset by bringing an athlete-first perspective, taking ownership of work, and showing pride in delivering exceptional experiences.
• Communicate openly and constructively with teammates and cross‑functional partners to support efficient execution and problem solving.
• Demonstrate adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset, learning from each event and contributing ideas to improve processes and experiences.
• Act as a culture carrier onsite and offsite, recognizing that individual behaviors directly shape the athlete, volunteer, and team experience.

Change Management

• Support change management initiatives and drive adoption of new processes, technologies, and policies across the organization.
• Support leaders and teams through organizational changes by focusing on clear communication, employee engagement, and maintaining a positive workplace culture during periods of growth and evolution.

Employee Experience

• Support initiatives that enhance the overall employee experience and collaborate with People team members on promoting and deploying relevant programs, initiatives, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Assist with gathering and analyzing employee feedback to continuously improve workplace satisfaction and retention.

Compensation Administration Support

• Support routine administration of compensation processes, including approved salary adjustments, promotions, incentives, and annual compensation planning activities.
• Maintain compensation-related files, salary range tables, job data, and approval documentation in accordance with established guidelines.
• Prepare standard compensation reports and data files for review by People Business Partners, Finance, and HR leadership.
• Track approvals, deadlines, and required documentation to support accurate and timely execution of compensation processes.

Compensation Data And Reporting Support

• Assist with gathering and organizing compensation data from internal systems and external survey tools as directed.
• Run standard reports and complete routine data checks to help identify missing, inconsistent, or outdated information.
• Escalate data questions, exceptions, or potential issues to the appropriate People team member for review and resolution.

Compensation Planning Coordination

• Assist with the logistics of annual compensation planning, including preparing templates, tracking submissions, and maintaining process documentation.
• Enter approved compensation changes into HR systems and validate entries for accuracy.
• Maintain status trackers and communicate routine updates to internal stakeholders as directed.

HR Systems & Technology

• Provide basic HR system support by answering routine user questions, documenting issues, and escalating complex items to IT, vendors, or HR system owners.
• Run standard reports and support routine reporting needs for HR operations, compliance, and compensation administration.
• Assist with system testing, upgrades, and implementation activities by following defined test scripts and documenting results.
• Maintain user guides, quick reference materials, and process documentation to support consistent system use.

Data Management & Integrity

• Maintain employee, job, compensation, and organizational data in global HR systems, including HRIS, employee engagement, and compensation benchmarking platforms.
• Perform routine data audits, validations, and clean‑up activities using established procedures.
• Maintain process documentation, data entry guidelines, and audit support files to promote consistency and compliance.

Process Documentation and Administrative Support

• Document established processes, maintain job aids, and update trackers, calendars, and shared files to support People Operations activities.
• Assist with process improvement efforts by identifying administrative pain points, sharing observations, and supporting approved updates.
• Collaborate with global People team members to support consistent execution of HR system and compensation administration processes.

People Operations And Compliance

• Support compliance activities by maintaining accurate records, following established procedures, and preparing documentation for review.
• Assist with role-based security and system permissions in accordance with approved access requests and established controls.
• Handle confidential employee and compensation information with discretion and in accordance with data privacy and security standards.
• Support audit readiness by maintaining organized records and promptly correcting identified data discrepancies.
• Maintain compensation and HR systems procedures, templates, and reference materials as directed.

Qualifications & Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in HR administration, HR operations, HR systems, payroll, compensation support, or a related administrative role.
• Experience supporting annual compensation, payroll, HRIS, or employee data processes preferred.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including basic formulas, filters, sorting, pivot tables, and lookups.
• Experience using HRIS systems, reporting tools, or employee data platforms preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to follow established processes, identify discrepancies, and elevate exceptions appropriately.
• Comfort working with HR platforms such as UKG Ready, AON, employee engagement tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills; able to manage recurring administrative tasks, deadlines, and confidential information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to support employees, managers, vendors, and People team partners professionally.
• Basic understanding of data privacy, confidentiality, and HR compliance requirements.
• Willingness to travel for business as required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

The above declarations are not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and are a reasonable representation of its activities.