Compensation Consultant - R_363167

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited in Philadelphia, PA, is seeking a seasoned Compensation Consultant to join our Workforce and Rewards Consulting team. The role involves delivering large-scale compensation projects, coaching junior staff, and supporting business development, with a hybrid schedule requiring three days in-office or on-site with clients.

You will help design pay strategies, structure job architectures, and advise senior executives on market competitiveness, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in business/HR/finance or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in compensation consulting or HR advisory.
• Strong project management and client-facing skills.
• Deep knowledge of compensation strategy and market analytics.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Structure, direct, and interpret compensation analyses for clients.
• Develop compensation strategies and programs addressing attraction and retention.
• Advise senior management on pay strategy and job design.
• Support business development and cross-selling opportunities.
• Lead or mentor junior team members and ensure deliverable quality.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, HR, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Compensation Consultant - R_363167

Cephas Consultancy Services Private Limited Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

About this position

Job Id : CLI-45965-5

Job Type: Direct hire

Job Locations:

1717 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA or,

1050 Connecticut Avenue NW, Suite 700 Washington, DC 20036, USA

Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Workforce and Rewards Consulting team. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office or with clients. We are uniquely qualified to help organizations design and execute sophisticated workforce strategies, whether it's for a multinational organization or a local company attempting to grow within its market. We provide best-in-class consulting, rigorous analytics, and data-driven insights that help organizations make fact-based decisions?. As a Compensation Consultant, you will assist with the delivery of large-scale projects, coach team members, and solve complex compensation challenges. In addition, you will support the business development process. This is a great opportunity to partner with senior management and HR leaders to develop and deliver compensation strategies that attract, retain, and motivate talent.

What you will do:

• Structure, direct, review, and interpret analyses performed by project teams
• Develop compensation strategies, philosophies, and programs that address clients' attraction and retention needs
• Provide consulting services to senior management on compensation issues including pay strategy (structure and competitiveness), job architecture design, and digital activation of these designs
• Thrive and be motivated by an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools
• Manage day-to-day client interactions, building and maintaining strong relationships
• Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members, supporting their development and ensuring quality deliverables
• Generate revenue by developing new client relationships, extending existing engagements, and identifying cross-selling opportunities

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field
• Extensive (5+) years of experience in compensation consulting or related HR advisory roles, with demonstrated subject matter expertise
• Proven ability to manage multiple large-scale projects and complex client engagements
• Deep knowledge of compensation strategy, compensation-related technology, incentive plan design, market analysis methodologies, and regulatory compliance
• Strong client relationship management skills with experience advising senior executives
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to problem-solving and coaching

What makes you stand out:

• Experience leading engagements for global organizations with complex compensation challenges
• Demonstrated success in leading or supporting business development activities
• Advanced analytical skills and familiarity with compensation management tools, survey management tools, and AI-enabled compensation agents
• Demonstrated leadership in developing innovative solutions and thought leadership content

Why join us:

• Professional development opportunities and supportive leadership to help you grow
• A vibrant, inclusive culture where you can collaborate with talented colleagues
• A broad range of career opportunities and comprehensive benefits to support your well-being
• A flexible hybrid work model balancing remote work with in-office collaboration