Sr. Consultant, Compensation

Lincoln Financial Group; Radnor (Delaware County); Hybrid; USD 96,900 - 176,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development programs

Tuition assistance

Financial counseling

Employee assistance program

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Lincoln Financial Group in Radnor, PA is seeking a Compensation Consultant to lead and advise on compensation programs, market analyses, and annual planning within a hybrid work model. The role supports HR Partners, advocates for equity, and develops financial models and dashboards to inform pay decisions.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), 5–7+ years in compensation, CCP preferred, and strong Excel/analytic capabilities.

Qualifications

• 4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's).
• 5 – 7+ Years of progressively more responsible experience in compensation, total rewards, and/or compensation consulting, including demonstrated solid experience and understanding of compensation practices and processes.
• Experience with HRIS, compensation management, and market pricing systems preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel ability required.
• Strong analytical and modeling skills.
• Strong knowledge of compensation administration and program execution.
• Sound knowledge of organizational effectiveness and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provides advice & consultation to HR Business Partners on compensation programs & pay-related issues.
• Guides salary offers, promotions, employee movement, internal equity, and market competitiveness.
• Maintains knowledge of compensation developments and incorporates trends into initiatives.
• Conducts analyses to assess internal equity and external market competitiveness of plans.
• Performs job evaluations and aligns roles with pay grades based on scope and market.
• Partners with HR and leaders to develop and maintain job descriptions and architecture.
• Designs financial models, presentations, and dashboards to support decisions.
• Participates in compensation surveys and benchmarking activities.
• Administers annual compensation and bonus planning processes.

Skills

HRIS

Compensation management

Market pricing

Advanced Excel

Analytical modeling

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Be Aware of Fraudulent Recruiting Activities: Lincoln values the privacy and security of every applicant and urges all applicants to diligently protect their sensitive personal information from scams targeting job seekers. These scams can take many forms including fake employment applications, bogus interviews and falsified offer letters.

Alternate Locations

• Radnor, PA (Pennsylvania)
• Charlotte, NC (North Carolina)
• Fort Wayne, IN (Indiana)
• Greensboro, NC (North Carolina)
• Hartford, CT (Connecticut)
• Omaha, NE (Nebraska)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid – Employee will work 3 days a week in a Lincoln office

Relocation assistance: not available for this opportunity.

What You'll Be Doing

Compensation Consulting

• Provides advice & consultation to HR Business Partners within assigned client group(s) on compensation programs & pay-related issues to ensure all parties have a full understanding of the organization's compensation strategies & pay philosophy.
• Provides guidance and recommendations on salary offers, promotions, employee movement, internal equity, market competitiveness, and other compensation matters.
• Maintains current knowledge of compensation developments and trends, assesses the impact, and ensures that new trends/developments are appropriately incorporated into compensation initiatives.

Market Analysis and Job Evaluation

• Conducts analyses to assess internal equity and external market competitiveness of compensation plans to attract and retain key talent recommending design enhancements where necessary.
• Conducts job evaluations and organizational assessments for new and existing positions, determining appropriate job levels and pay grades based on role scope, responsibilities, internal equity, and market competitiveness.
• Partners with HR Business Partners and business leaders to develop, review, and maintain job descriptions, ensuring accurate representation of work requirements and alignment with compensation philosophy, job architecture, and organizational objectives.
• Designs and develops financial models, presentations, and dashboards that support compensation decision making.
• Participates in compensation surveys and benchmarking activities.

Annual Compensation Planning

• Administers the annual compensation and bonus planning processes.
• Performs monthly/quarterly forecasting for the annual bonus plan accrual.

Compensation Programs & Projects

• Leads or contributes to compensation-related projects, initiatives, and process enhancements that improve operational effectiveness.
• Manages relationships with compensation vendors, survey providers, and external partners.
• Ensures compensation programs are compliant with internal policies and external regulations.

What We’re Looking For

• 4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's) (Minimum Required)
• 5 – 7+ Years of progressively more responsible experience in compensation, total rewards, and/or compensation consulting, including demonstrated solid experience and understanding of compensation practices and processes. (Required)
• Experience with HRIS, compensation management, and market pricing systems preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel ability required.
• Strong analytical and modeling skills.
• Strong knowledge of compensation administration and program execution.
• Sound knowledge of organizational effectiveness and process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to present complex ideas in an easy to understand form.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels of a matrixed organization.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or other professional certification in compensation is preferred.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and experience in motivating others in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Strong working knowledge of all areas of compensation (i.e. job evaluation methodologies, market evaluation, incentive plan development, equity compensation) procedures and practices.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted through September 15th, 2026 subject to earlier closure due to applicant volume.

What’s It Like to Work Here?

At Lincoln Financial, we love what we do. We make meaningful contributions each and every day to empower our customers to take charge of their lives. Working alongside dedicated and talented colleagues, we build fulfilling careers and stronger communities through a company that values our unique perspectives, insights and contributions and invests in programs that empower each of us to take charge of our own future.

What’s in It for You

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
• Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
• Tuition assistance program
• Work arrangements that work for you
• Effective productivity/technology tools and training
• The pay range for this position is $96,900 - $176,200 with anticipated pay for new hires between the minimum and midpoint of the range and could vary above and below the listed range as permitted by applicable law. Pay is based on non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to work experience, education, location, licensure requirements, proficiency and qualifications required for the role. The base pay is just one component of Lincoln’s total rewards package for employees. In addition, the role may be eligible for the Annual Incentive Program, which is discretionary and based on the performance of the company, business unit and individual. Other rewards may include long-term incentives, sales incentives and Lincoln’s standard benefits package.

Additional Information

This position may be subject to Lincoln’s Political Contribution Policy. An offer of employment may be contingent upon disclosing to Lincoln the details of certain political contributions. Lincoln may decline to extend an offer or terminate employment for this role if it determines political contributions made could have an adverse impact on Lincoln’s current or future business interests, misrepresentations were made, or for failure to fully disclose applicable political contributions and or fundraising activities.

Contact

Lincoln values the privacy and security of every applicant and urges all applicants to diligently protect their sensitive personal information from scams targeting job seekers. Please contact Lincoln's fraud team at [e-mail] if you encounter a recruiter or see a job opportunity that seems suspicious.

EEO Statement

Lincoln is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.