Senior Compensation Program Lead

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah is hiring a Senior Compensation Analyst in Salt Lake City to advance multi-year compensation initiatives and support major program workstreams such as job architecture implementation. This role requires strong planning, problem-structuring skills, and at least five years of experience in compensation or human resources. The position is full-time, on-site, and provides a collaborative work environment focused on improving efficiency and employee experience through strategic compensation programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Five years’ experience in Compensation or Human Resources.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze compensation data to ensure market competitiveness.
• Lead compensation projects from initiation to completion.
• Act as a consultant to HR partners on compensation strategies.
• Continuously review and enhance compensation processes.
• Share expertise and mentor junior analysts.

Skills

Compensation principles and practices

Data analysis

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or related field

Tools

Data analytics software

Compensation dashboards

Job description

The University of Utah is hiring a Senior Compensation Analyst in Salt Lake City to advance multi-year compensation initiatives and support major program workstreams such as job architecture implementation. This role requires strong planning, problem-structuring skills, and at least five years of experience in compensation or human resources. The position is full-time, on-site, and provides a collaborative work environment focused on improving efficiency and employee experience through strategic compensation programs.