Senior Compensation Analyst

AV; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AV in Germantown, MD is seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst to design, analyze, and execute market-competitive pay programs. The role is a trusted advisor, shaping compensation frameworks and partnering across the organization to align pay practices with business goals and market realities.

You will lead salary structures, internal levelling, and governance, drive annual compensation planning, and ensure compliance with pay equity and labor laws while translating data into actionable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Finance or related field; equivalent experience accepted.
• MBA/MS preferred for advanced roles.
• CCP Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain salary structures, job levelling, and internal pay frameworks.
• Lead annual compensation planning cycle for the business group.
• Ensure compliance with FLSA, pay equity laws, and transparency regulations.
• Translate data into actionable compensation recommendations for leadership.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Finance

MBA/MS preferred

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Workday

Job description

Job Description

The Senior Compensation Analyst will assist in the design, analysis, and execution of market competitive, equitable compensation programs. This role will serve as a trusted expert and advisor – guiding data-driven decisions, shaping compensation frameworks, and partnering across the organization to align pay practices with business goals and market realities. The Senior Compensation Analyst will help develop new compensation policies and practices to support retention and employee engagement aligned with AV's overall strategy.

Worker Type

Regular

Summary

The Senior Compensation Analyst will assist in the design, analysis, and execution of market competitive, equitable compensation programs. This role will serve as a trusted expert and advisor – guiding data-driven decisions, shaping compensation frameworks, and partnering across the organization to align pay practices with business goals and market realities. The Senior Compensation Analyst will help develop new compensation policies and practices to support retention and employee engagement aligned with AV's overall strategy.

Position Responsibilities

Support Compensation Strategy & Program Design

• Develop and maintain robust salary structures, job levelling, and internal pay frameworks.
• Assist with the design and implement policies for base pay, bonuses, long-term incentives, and promotions that balance equity, compliance, and market competitiveness.
• Lead the annual compensation planning cycle for assigned business group.
• Serve as an advisor for compensation-related decisions that impact hiring, retention, and workforce planning.

Market Intelligence & Analysis

• Conduct in-depth market benchmarking and compensation surveys to ensure market competitiveness.
• Lead internal pay equity reviews, identifying gaps and recommending actionable solutions.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging compensation practices.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on labor market data and business needs.

Ensure Compliance & Drive Governance

• Ensure all compensation programs align with legal requirements (FLSA, pay equity laws, transparency regulations, etc.).
• Maintain clear, well-documented compensation policies and governance frameworks.
• Support internal audits, regulatory reporting, and compensation reviews.
• Lead on pay equity and transparency.

Partner & Influence Across the Business

• Lead job levelling processes for assigned business group.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and Leadership to guide compensation decisions.
• Translate complex data into compelling stories and actionable recommendations.
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor’s degree required in HR, Business, Finance or a related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Advanced degree, MBA or MS is preferred.
• CCP Certification is a plus
• Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on compensation experience required.

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Advanced data and predictive analytics skills, with experience using Excel, Power BI and Workday including Advanced Comp
• Proven ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders and support strategic decision‑making.
• High level of integrity, sound judgment, and discretion when dealing with sensitive compensation matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills—with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Works well with little supervision and exercises independent judgement on a regular basis.
• Ability to gain cooperation of others, conducting presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules.
• Strong grasp of compensation laws, internal equity principles, and market pricing.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 lbs.), bend, etc