Compensation Specialist

Connexion Systems and Engineering, Inc.; Lexington (MA); Hybrid; USD 82,656 - 114,340; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Connexion Systems & Engineering is seeking a senior Compensation Specialist to lead enterprise-wide compensation initiatives for a mission-driven organization. You will design programs, align job architecture, conduct market pricing, and collaborate with HR and business leaders.

The role requires 8+ years of experience in compensation, strong data analysis skills, and experience with survey platforms. This position offers a 3+ year contract with a hybrid schedule (2 days onsite) in Bedford, MA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive compensation experience.
• Strong expertise in compensation program design, job architecture and leveling, salary structure design, market pricing, and compensation analysis.
• Experience leading complex compensation or total rewards projects.
• Experience working across cross-functional teams.
• Strong project coordination and organizational skills.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial modeling, and data analysis.
• Experience with major compensation survey platforms such as Radford/AON, Mercer, Pearl Meyer, or TSG.
• Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement compensation programs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state compensation regulations.
• Redesign and enhance job architecture, including job families, career levels, title governance, and FLSA classifications.
• Analyze salary grades and compensation band structures using market data.
• Conduct market pricing and internal equity analyses.
• Build financial models to evaluate compensation changes and transition strategies.
• Develop compensation administration guidelines, manager toolkits, and supporting documentation.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to successfully execute compensation initiatives.
• Present recommendations and analytical findings to HR leadership and executive teams.

Skills

Compensation design

Excel data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Finance

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Radford/AON/Mercer/Pearl Meyer/TSG

HRIS/Compensation platforms (SAP/SuccessFactors)

Job description

Title

Compensation Specialist

Hiring Organization

Connexion Systems & Engineering

Compensation, Benefits, And Employment Type

• Duration: 3+ year contract
• Pay rate: $60-$83/hr plus benefits
• Job Location: Bedford, MA
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, hybrid (2 days onsite)
• Job#: bh19154

Description

We are seeking a senior Compensation Specialist to lead strategic compensation initiatives for a highly respected, mission-driven research and technology organization supporting national security and advanced innovation. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to drive meaningful organizational change while working alongside HR and business leaders on enterprise-wide compensation programs.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and implement compensation programs, policies, and procedures
• Ensure compliance with federal and state compensation regulations
• Redesign and enhance job architecture, including job families, career levels, title governance, and FLSA classifications
• Analyze salary grades and compensation band structures using market data
• Conduct market pricing and internal equity analyses
• Build financial models to evaluate compensation changes and transition strategies
• Develop compensation administration guidelines, manager toolkits, and supporting documentation
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to successfully execute compensation initiatives
• Present recommendations and analytical findings to HR leadership and executive teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field (Master's preferred)
• 8+ years of progressive compensation experience
• Strong expertise in compensation program design, job architecture and job leveling, salary structure design, market pricing, and compensation analysis
• Experience leading complex compensation or total rewards projects
• Experience working across cross-functional teams
• Strong project coordination and organizational skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial modeling, and data analysis
• Experience with major compensation survey platforms such as Radford/AON, Mercer, Pearl Meyer, or TSG
• Excellent analytical, presentation, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
• Experience with HRIS or compensation platforms such as SAP, SuccessFactors, or Payscale MarketPay
• Government contractor or federally funded research organization experience
• Familiarity with Department of Defense environments
• Experience supporting large-scale organizational compensation initiatives

Competitive Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate: $60-$83/hour plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical insurance, 10 days of Paid Time Off, 11 paid holidays, and a 401(k) with company match.