Senior Compensation Analyst

Ascend Learning; Leawood (KS); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and generous paid time off

Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance

401(k) employer matching program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascend Learning, located in Leawood, KS, is seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst to join our dynamic People team. This role is crucial for delivering compensation programs that attract and retain top talent. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in compensation analysis, strong analytical skills, and experience with HR systems like SAP.

You will participate in the administration, deliver compensation strategies, and work in a flexible environment. We value diverse perspectives and strive to create a workplace where all employees feel valued.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in compensation analysis and compensation program delivery.
• Ability to manage and analyze large sets of data.
• High level of discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Administer and deliver compensation programs supporting business objectives.
• Evaluate jobs and conduct market benchmark analyses.
• Advise HR Business Partners on compensation matters.

Skills

Compensation analysis

Advanced Excel skills

HR systems proficiency (SAP/SuccessFactors)

Strong analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field

CCP certification

Job description

Sr Compensation Analyst

Category: Human Resources

Req ID: 1146

Date: Jun 3, 2026

Location: Leawood, KS, US, 66211

We Impact Lives Through Purpose-Driven Work in A People First Culture

Ascend Learning, a leading healthcare and learning technology company, is the connection between a powerful portfolio of brands serving students, educators, and employers with outcomes-based, data-driven solutions across the lifecycle of learning. From testing to certification, Ascend Learning products are used by physicians, emergency medical professionals, nurses, allied health professionals, certified personal trainers, financial advisors, skilled trades professionals and insurance brokers.

Headquartered in Burlington, MA, with additional office locations and hybrid and remote workers in cities across the U.S., Ascend Learning was recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America’s 2025 Greatest Workplaces as well as America’s Best Places to work for Mental Well-Being for 2025.

We're always looking for talented, passionate professionals to join us in our mission to help change lives. If this sounds like an environment where you'd thrive, read on to learn more.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Ascend Learning is hiring a Senior Compensation Analyst to join our dynamic People team, reporting to the Vice President, Total Rewards. This role is instrumental in delivering compensation programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capabilities, compensation program administration experience, and a collaborative mindset to ensure our programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business goals. This role offers the opportunity to partner on compensation program delivery across the organization in support of strategic talent outcomes.

WHERE YOU’LL WORK

This position can work a hybrid schedule from our Leawood, KS office location preferred. Working hybrid from our Burlington, MA office location will also be considered.

HOW YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME

Compensation Program Delivery

• Participate in the administration and delivery of compensation programs that support business objectives and talent strategies.
• Collaborate in supporting the annual merit and bonus planning cycle including timely and accurate system setup, preparation of communications and training, supporting users, and preparation of reports and data analyses.
• Support the maintenance of compensation and job-related data in People systems (e.g., SAP/SuccessFactors), ensuring accuracy and compliance. Conduct audits as needed. Understand and advise users on system workflows related to compensation.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports.
• Collaborate on the development of salary structures and compensation recommendations based on market trends and other relevant factors.
• Contribute to and lead compensation-related projects, as assigned.

Market Benchmarking & Analytics

• Evaluate jobs and conduct market benchmark analyses, resulting in recommended job levels, pay ranges and compensation actions.
• Prepare data submissions for compensation surveys, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery.
• Manage the compensation benchmarking tool, ensuring data integrity and effective utilization for analytics and reporting. Identify and recommend tool features that may enhance Ascend’s benchmarking and analyses.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication

• Advise HR Business Partners and leaders on compensation matters that fall within guidelines; collaborate on recommendations for exception situations.
• Participate in conveying compensation philosophy and program guidelines to the People team, managers and employees.

Compliance & Governance

• Collaborate to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations.
• Maintain documentation and audit readiness for compensation-related processes.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 5+ years of progressive experience in compensation analysis and compensation program delivery.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency working with HR systems (SAP/SuccessFactors) and Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage and analyze large sets of data.
• Ability to clearly convey results and findings to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively cross-functionally and within teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• High level of discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field and CCP certification preferred.

BENEFITS

• Flexible and generous paid time off
• Competitive medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) employer matching program
• Parental leave
• Wellness resources
• Charitable matching program
• On-site workout facilities (Leawood, Gilbert, Burlington)
• Community outreach groups
• Tuition reimbursement

Fostering A Sense of Belonging

Our values-driven culture unifies our teams and inspires a mindset of action, innovation, and collaboration, with a relentless focus on customers. We seek out and celebrate all people and perspectives and cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and be authentic. Our culture is firmly rooted in the belief that by embracing our differences and drawing on diverse perspectives, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more successful organization where employees experience a sense of belonging.

Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S.-based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.