Compensation Manager

Jobtailor; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Compensation Analyst to lead job analyses across the organization, develop accurate job descriptions, benchmark salaries, and recommend adjustments to align with market trends and company goals.

You will ensure compliance with applicable laws and collaborate with the Director, People Services Leadership, and other stakeholders to implement effective compensation structures. Strong Excel and data interpretation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Data Analytics, or related field, or 2 years of equivalent work experience.
• Three to five (3-5) years of experience in managing job descriptions and compensation.
• Experience interpreting large sets of compensation data, trends, and performance metrics.
• Advanced skills in Excel administration and spreadsheet preparation.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or industry-related certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 10% in the performance of job duties.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute job analyses for all organizational roles
• Develop and assess job descriptions, benchmark salaries, and recommend compensation adjustments
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organization policies
• Collaborate with the department Director, People Services Leadership, and other stakeholders
• Implement compensation structures aligned with company objectives and market trends

Skills

Interpreting compensation data

Advanced Excel skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Data Analytics, or related field; or 2 years of equivalent work experience

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

• Lead and execute job analyses for all organizational roles
• Develop and assess job descriptions, benchmark salaries, and recommend compensation adjustments
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organization policies
• Collaborate with the department Director, People Services Leadership, and other stakeholders
• Implement compensation structures aligned with company objectives and market trends

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Data Analytics, or a related field, or 2 years of equivalent work experience
• Three to five (3-5) years of experience in managing job descriptions and compensation
• Experience and proficiency in interpreting large sets of compensation data, trends, and performance metrics
• Advanced skills in Excel administration and spreadsheet preparation
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or industry-related certification (PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP) preferred
• Ability to travel up to 10% in the performance of job duties

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in job analysis, compensation management, and compliance with regulations. Proficient in data interpretation and advanced Excel skills to support compensation strategies aligned with organizational goals.