Lead Compensation Analyst

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Health Systems is seeking a Lead Compensation Analyst to design, administer, analyze, and continually improve our compensation programs. You will partner with HR, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Legal, and leaders to ensure competitive, equitable, and compliant pay practices across the system.

You will lead enterprise-wide compensation projects, maintain all components of the program, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide strategic guidance to leadership to drive fair compensation

Qualifications

• Seven years of progressively responsible compensation experience required.
• Experience administering compensation programs in a large, complex organization.
• Demonstrated experience leading compensation projects and cross-functional initiatives.
• Advanced experience with compensation analysis, salary surveys, and market pricing.
• Experience interpreting and applying federal and state compensation regulations.
• Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting physician, clinical, and non-clinical compensation programs preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR or SPHR) preferred.

Skills

Compensation analysis

Salary surveys

Market pricing

FLSA compliance

Excel proficiency

HRIS systems

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Compensation management software

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Lead Compensation Analyst is responsible for leading the design, administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of the healthcare system's compensation programs. This role serves as the subject matter expert for compensation and partners closely with Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Legal, and operational leaders to ensure competitive, equitable, and compliant compensation practices. The Lead Compensation Analyst leads enterprise-wide compensation projects, maintains all components of the compensation program, ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, prepares and files required regulatory reports, and provides strategic compensation guidance to leadership.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Experience:
  • Seven years of progressively responsible compensation experience required.
  • Experience administering compensation programs in a large, complex organization.
  • Demonstrated experience leading compensation projects and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Advanced experience with compensation analysis, salary surveys, and market pricing.
  • Experience interpreting and applying federal and state compensation regulations.
  • Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred.
  • Experience supporting physician, clinical, and non-clinical compensation programs preferred.
  • Education:
    • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required.
  • Licensure & Certifications:
    • Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred.
    • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) preferred.
    • HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR or SPHR) preferred.

  SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Advanced knowledge of compensation principles, job evaluation methodologies, and salary administration.
  • Thorough understanding of FLSA, Equal Pay Act, pay transparency laws, and other applicable employment regulations.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and data analysis.
  • Experience with HRIS systems and compensation management software.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • Strong presentation, communication, and consulting skills.
  • Ability to influence leaders and build collaborative relationships across the organization.
  • High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

  WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

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