Senior Analyst, Compensation - MLS

MLS League Office; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Wellness reimbursement

Holiday and PTO

Hybrid work schedule (4 in-office days

1 remote day per week

Professional development

Job summary

Major League Soccer seeks a Senior Analyst, Total Rewards in New York to lead compensation analytics and program administration. You will analyze workforce data, run market reviews, and design Total Rewards solutions in collaboration with HR and business partners.

The role emphasizes data-driven recommendations, cross-functional collaboration, and advanced Excel/HRIS usage within a hybrid in-office/remote work model. MLS supports professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in compensation, Total Rewards, HR analytics, or related field.
• Experience supporting compensation or Total Rewards programs through analysis, administration, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to manage recurring processes and projects independently and inform HR/business decisions in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer and enhance compensation and recognition programs within the company’s framework.
• Conduct market pricing and compensation survey participation activities.
• Develop data-supported recommendations for offers, promotions, transfers, and market adjustments.
• Analyze outcomes and market trends to identify pay compression and competitive gaps.
• Partner with HR and business leaders on compensation decisions, budgeting, and modeling.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and executive-ready insights across total rewards metrics.
• Support benefits and wellness programs with participation, cost trends, and renewals.

Skills

Total Rewards

Compensation analytics

Data interpretation

Excel

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Dashboard tools

Job description

Overview

The Senior Analyst, Total Rewards will provide analytical, operational, and project support across the Company’s Total Rewards programs, with a primary focus on compensation. Reporting to the Vice President, Total Rewards, the role will analyze compensation and workforce data, conduct market reviews, support program design and administration, develop actionable recommendations, and partner with HR and business stakeholders to advance competitive and effective Total Rewards programs.

Responsibilities

General Compensation

• Administer and enhance compensation and recognition programs, including job evaluation, leveling and grading within the Company’s compensation framework, salary structures, compensation planning, incentives, and communications.
• Conduct market pricing and compensation survey participation activities, including benchmark job matching, data submission, analysis, validation, and interpretation of results.
• Develop data-supported recommendations for offers, promotions, transfers, market adjustments, retention actions, and organizational changes, considering internal equity, market competitiveness, and business needs.
• Analyze compensation outcomes and market trends to identify pay compression, equity concerns, competitive gaps, and opportunities to strengthen programs and structures.
• Partner with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and business leaders to support compensation decisions, annual cycles, budgeting, modeling, and related initiatives.

Total Rewards & Benefits

• Develop dashboards, reports, models, and executive-ready insights across compensation, recognition, benefits, wellness, and relevant workforce metrics.
• Provide analytical and project support for benefits and wellness programs, including participation, utilization, cost trends, plan performance, renewals, enrollment, and vendor reporting.
• Leverage HR technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to improve reporting, workflows, data quality, and operational efficiency while protecting confidential information and validating outputs.
• Maintain accurate Total Rewards data, support audits and compliance activities, and collaborate with internal and external partners on program delivery and continuous improvement.
• Support other Total Rewards initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in compensation, Total Rewards, Human Resources, analytics, or a related field required.
• Experience supporting compensation or broader Total Rewards programs through analysis, program administration, reporting, project execution, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage recurring processes and projects, develop recommendations, and support HR and business decision-making in a complex environment.

Required Skills

• Working knowledge of compensation and Total Rewards principles and practices.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills, with the ability to interpret data and communicate actionable insights.
• Experience with HRIS, dashboard, and reporting tools
• Strong organizational and project-management skills, with exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Strong written, verbal, consulting, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and consistently deliver accurate, high-quality work.
• Proficiency using AI-enabled productivity and analytical tools for responsible operational improvement and decision support.
• Ability to handle highly sensitive employee, compensation, and organizational information with discretion and sound judgment.
• High-level of commitment to quality work product and organizational ethics, integrity and
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Demonstrated decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Desired Skills

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation from World at Work, or another relevant professional certification, preferred.
• Experience with Workday Compensation or other HRIS and Total Rewards platforms preferred.
• Experience supporting salary structures, recognition, benefits, wellness, incentive programs, or related Total Rewards initiatives preferred.
• Experience with major compensation survey providers and market-pricing platforms preferred.
• Spanish-language proficiency is a plus.

Total Rewards

Major League Soccer offers a competitive starting base salary of $80,000 - $88,500, based on individual qualifications, market financials, and operational business needs. We are committed to providing a Total Rewards package that attracts, supports, engages, and retains talent. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a $500 wellness reimbursement, and generous Holiday and PTO schedule to promote work-life balance. We also prioritize career and professional development, offering on-the-job training, feedback, and ongoing educational opportunities.

Major League Soccer believes in the value of in-person collaboration to support teamwork, creativity, and connection. Employees in this role are expected to work a four (4) day in-office schedule, with the flexibility to work remotely one (1) day each week, based on business and department needs.

Major League Soccer is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Major League Soccer is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process, as well as during employment. Applicants who require an accommodation may contact Human Resources to request assistance.

Join our team and help support the growth and success of Major League Soccer.