Compensation Manager

The Addison Group; Swarthmore (Delaware County); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group in Delaware County, PA is seeking a Compensation Manager to lead daily compensation activities including salary adjustments, merit cycles, and pay structure maintenance. You will conduct market pricing, ensure internal equity, and partner with HRIS to optimize processes.

A strong background in compensation and Excel is required. The role is hybrid with on-site expectations, offers medical/dental/vision and 401(k) benefits, and requires a bachelor’s degree plus 5+ years HR

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• At least five years of HR experience with minimum three years in compensation administration.
• Experience with salary benchmarking, market pricing, compensation surveys, and job evaluation.
• Knowledge of FLSA, wage-and-hour regulations, and equal pay requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP, pivots, and formulas.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily compensation activities including salary adjustments, promotions, and new-hire salary recommendations.
• Evaluate positions and determine salary grades and classifications using guidelines.
• Maintain job descriptions, titles, and salary structures for consistency.
• Coordinate annual merit review cycles and ensure timely changes.
• Conduct market research and salary benchmarking to support pay decisions.
• Prepare compensation data submissions and participate in salary surveys.
• Analyze data to identify pay discrepancies and equity concerns.
• Develop reports to support compensation planning and management decisions.
• Maintain compensation records and monitor HRIS workflows.
• Test system updates with the HRIS team and troubleshoot issues.
• Review practices for wage-and-hour compliance and internal policies.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers on compensation guidelines and salary recommendations.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive compensation information.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance

CCP certification (or progress toward)

Tools

Workday

Job description

Position Title: Compensation Manager

Location: Delaware County, PA

Assignment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Hourly Pay Rate: $50-60/hr

Work Schedule: Full-time; standard hours to be confirmed

On-Site or Hybrid: Hybrid, with a consistent on-site schedule required

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

An Addison Group client is looking for a Compensation Manager!

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily compensation activities, including salary adjustments, promotions, and new-hire salary recommendations.
• Evaluate positions and determine appropriate salary grades and employee classifications using established compensation guidelines.
• Maintain and update job descriptions, position titles, and salary structures to ensure consistency across the organization.
• Coordinate annual merit review cycles, monitor data accuracy, and ensure compensation changes are processed accurately and on time.
• Conduct market research, salary benchmarking, and job pricing analyses to evaluate competitiveness and support pay decisions.
• Participate in industry salary surveys and prepare compensation data submissions.
• Analyze compensation data to identify pay discrepancies, salary compression, and potential internal equity concerns.
• Develop recurring and ad hoc reports to support compensation planning and management decisions.
• Maintain compensation records, process transactions, and monitor approval workflows within the organization's HRIS.
• Partner with HRIS team members to test system updates, troubleshoot issues, and improve compensation-related processes.
• Review compensation practices for alignment with applicable wage-and-hour regulations, equal pay requirements, and internal policies.
• Provide guidance to hiring managers, recruiters, and business partners on compensation guidelines, salary recommendations, and related procedures.
• Maintain the confidentiality and accuracy of sensitive employee and compensation information.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• At least five years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including a minimum of three years of dedicated compensation administration experience.
• Hands-on experience with salary benchmarking, market pricing, compensation surveys, and formal job evaluation methodologies.
• Working knowledge of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), wage-and-hour regulations, and equal pay requirements.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and formulas.
• Experience analyzing compensation data, preparing reports, validating data, and maintaining salary structures.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and consultative skills, including the ability to explain compensation policies to non-HR stakeholders.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Workday Compensation experience strongly preferred.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification or progress toward certification preferred.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or other mission-driven organizations is a plus.

Why choose Addison Group?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, and 401k.
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison's job openings lead to potential permanent employment.
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers.
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home.
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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