Compensation & Recognition Analyst — Total Rewards

ryancompanies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Retirement and Savings Benefits

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Job summary

Ryan Companies is hiring a Compensation Analyst for the Minneapolis office. The role focuses on analysis, development, and implementation of Compensation and Recognition systems and programs, in partnership with HR leaders.

The position involves market-competitive pay practices, annual salary surveys, data management in Workday, and contribution to payroll and benefits projects. Strong Excel skills and knowledge of Workday/Payfactors are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field preferred.
• 2–4 years HR experience with at least 2 years in Compensation.
• Associate degree + 6+ years in Compensation acceptable.
• Equivalent military experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Consult with HR partners and leaders on compensation topics.
• Evaluate and review job descriptions to determine salary structures and exemption status.
• Participate in annual salary surveys and maintain market data in Payfactors.
• Assist in modeling merit increases, range penetration and internal equity.
• Manage compensation data in Workday and partner with HR leaders on decisions.
• Support development and maintenance of the recognition program and manage vendors.
• Develop and update employee communications and ensure clarity and engagement.
• Help define policies that comply with external regulations.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency across total rewards.
• Stay current on industry trends and regulatory updates.
• Involvement with Payroll, Benefits and Leaves projects.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Associate degree + 6+ years in Compensation

Tools

Workday

Payfactors

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Ryan Companies is hiring a Compensation Analyst for the Minneapolis office. The role focuses on analysis, development, and implementation of Compensation and Recognition systems and programs, in partnership with HR leaders.

The position involves market-competitive pay practices, annual salary surveys, data management in Workday, and contribution to payroll and benefits projects. Strong Excel skills and knowledge of Workday/Payfactors are preferred.