Senior Compensation Architect

BlueHalo; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

AV is seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst to design and analyze market-competitive pay programs, serving as an expert advisor to shape frameworks aligned with business needs. The role partners across HR, Talent Acquisition, and leadership to ensure equitable, data-driven pay decisions and retention strategies.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of compensation experience, advanced analytics skills, and experience with Excel, Power BI, and Workday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in HR, Business, Finance or 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.

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 market benchmarking and compensation surveys to ensure market competitiveness.
• Lead internal pay equity reviews, identify gaps and recommend solutions.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging compensation practices.
• Provide insights based on labor market data and business needs.
• Ensure Compliance & Drive Governance: Ensure programs align with legal requirements (FLSA, equity laws, transparency).
• Maintain clear, documented 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 for assigned group; collaborate with HRBP, TA, Leadership.
• Translate data into stories and actionable recommendations.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Data analytics

Cross-functional influence

Communication skills

Independent judgement

Office suite proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Finance or related field

MBA or MS preferred

CCP Certification is a plus

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Workday

Job description

AV is seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst to design and analyze market-competitive pay programs, serving as an expert advisor to shape frameworks aligned with business needs. The role partners across HR, Talent Acquisition, and leadership to ensure equitable, data-driven pay decisions and retention strategies.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of compensation experience, advanced analytics skills, and experience with Excel, Power BI, and Workday.