Contract Compensation Specialist

Manta Search; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Manta Search is seeking a Contract Compensation Analyst to support our compensation function for a defined engagement. The role is hands-on, requires independence, and focuses on accurate classification, benchmarking, and policy alignment.

You will work with HR Partners and managers, maintain Workday data, support annual incentive programs, and monitor market trends to ensure competitiveness during the contract period. Strong analytics and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Five+ years designing and implementing local rewards programs and policies.
• Experience supporting compensation cycles (merit, bonus, incentive).
• Knowledge of regional compensation regulations and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct job analysis and evaluation for accurate classification and market alignment.
• Model and benchmark roles, including during mergers and acquisitions.
• Administer and track annual incentive and bonus programs.
• Support compensation cycles: merit, bonus, incentive planning and communication.
• Provide guidance on compensation decisions and pay recommendations.
• Maintain compensation policies and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ensure accuracy of Workday compensation data and perform data audits.
• Prepare government reporting and internal compensation analytics.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Discretion

Strong communicator

Problem solving

Collaborative

Results oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business

Tools

Workday

Excel

HRIS

Job description

Our client is seeking a Contract Compensation Analyst to support their compensation function during a defined engagement. This role is ideal for a hands-on compensation professional who can step in quickly, work independently, and contribute to core compensation processes with minimal ramp-up time.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct job analysis and evaluation of new and existing roles to ensure accurate classification, leveling, and market alignment
• Perform job modeling and benchmarking, including aligning roles during mergers and acquisitions to internal job architecture and compensation frameworks
• Support the administration and tracking of annual incentive and bonus programs
• Support compensation cycles, including merit, bonus, and incentive programs, covering planning, execution, and communication, while ensuring accurate calculations, payouts, and alignment with company performance and compensation strategy
• Provide guidance to HR Partners and managers on compensation decisions and pay recommendations
• Maintain, review, and update compensation policies, guidelines, and frameworks to ensure compliance with regional legislation and best practices
• Recommend and, where applicable, develop new policies or program enhancements to support evolving business needs
• Ensure accuracy of employee compensation data within Workday
• Perform regular audits and analysis of compensation data to identify discrepancies, and liaise with Legal to ensure compliance as needed
• Ensure timely completion of governmental reporting (e.g., EEO-1, pay data reporting) and support internal reporting needs
• Monitor market trends and recommend adjustments to maintain competitiveness
• Communicate regional business demands and developments to support alignment on policies and programs
• Lead or support the implementation of process and program changes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and data accuracy
• Discretion and trustworthiness in handling confidential information
• Results-driven with strong follow-through
• Business acumen and a consultative mindset
• Collaborative and adaptable
• Effective communicator and presenter

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• Five or more years of experience designing, optimizing, and implementing local rewards programs and policies
• Proven experience supporting compensation cycles, including merit, bonus, and incentive programs
• Strong knowledge of regional or provincial compensation regulations and reporting requirements
• Experience with compensation integration during mergers and acquisitions preferred
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• Experience with HRIS systems required, Workday strongly preferred
• Basic project management skills
• Ability to work independently and deliver results with minimal onboarding, given the contract nature of the engagement