Workforce Solutions – Rewards – Compensation Consultant- Senior Manager

PwC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 124,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k

Bonus program

Paid time off

Job summary

PwC in Chicago seeks a Workforce Solutions – Rewards – Compensation Consultant- Senior Manager to analyze client reward and benefits strategies, design competitive compensation structures, and develop cost-efficient packages that boost engagement and organizational effectiveness.

You will lead and coach teams, apply systems thinking, and communicate clear stories to clients while delivering benchmark analyses and data-driven recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7+ years of experience in rewards/compensation consulting.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and implementation of competitive compensation structures and benefits packages.
• Analyzing client reward strategies to develop cost-effective solutions that enhance employee engagement.
• Collaborating with clients to optimize workforce strategies and drive organizational effectiveness.
• Applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities within compensation programs.
• Directing teams through complex challenges, demonstrating composure in ambiguous situations.
• Crafting and conveying clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic story to clients.
• Validating outcomes with clients and acting on feedback to refine compensation strategies.
• Initiating open and honest coaching conversations to develop high-performing teams.
• Conducting market analysis and benchmarking studies to inform compensation decisions.
• Utilizing data analytics and reporting to support strategic decision-making in rewards consulting.
• Managing stakeholder engagement to build trust and foster collaborative relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Data analytics

Coaching teams

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Opportunity

As a Workforce Solutions – Rewards – Compensation Consultant- Senior Manager, you will engage with clients to analyze their reward and benefits strategies, design competitive compensation structures, and develop cost-effective benefits packages. Within our Rewards practice, you will focus on optimizing workforce strategies to enhance employee engagement and drive organizational effectiveness. As a Senior Manager, you will leverage your skills and professional network to deliver quality results, motivating and coaching teams to solve complex problems. You will apply sound judgment, recognizing when to take action and when to escape, while developing high-performing, diverse, and inclusive teams.

In this role at PwC, you will craft and convey clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic story, applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities. You will validate outcomes with clients, share alternative perspectives, and act on client feedback. Directing teams through complexity, you will demonstrate composure in ambiguous situations, deepen your skills, and initiate open coaching conversations. Your commitment to excellence and ability to model professional standards will contribute to the success of our firm.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design and implementation of competitive compensation structures and benefits packages
• Analyzing client reward strategies to develop cost-effective solutions that enhance employee engagement
• Collaborating with clients to optimize workforce strategies and drive organizational effectiveness
• Applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities within compensation programs
• Directing teams through complex challenges, demonstrating composure in ambiguous situations
• Crafting and conveying clear, impactful messages that tell a holistic story to clients
• Validating outcomes with clients and acting on feedback to refine compensation strategies
• Initiating open and honest coaching conversations to develop high-performing teams
• Conducting market analysis and benchmarking studies to inform compensation decisions
• Utilizing data analytics and reporting to support strategic decision-making in rewards consulting
• Managing stakeholder engagement to build trust and foster collaborative relationships

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 7 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Actuarial Science, Analytics/Data Science, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Economics, Finance, Financial Mathematics/Quantitative Finance, Government/Public Policy, Health Administration/Public Health, Human Resources/Industrial Relations, Law/Legal Studies, Mathematics/Statistics, Organizational Management/Behavior, Risk Management/Insurance, Science, Taxation, Other
• Demonstrating advanced skills in compensation structuring and negotiation
• Utilizing data analytics for strategic compensation decisions
• Leading complex compensation benchmarking and market analysis projects
• Excelling in stakeholder engagement and relationship building
• Innovating rewards strategies to enhance employee retention and engagement
• Applying systems thinking to identify compensation opportunities and challenges

The salary range for this position is: $124,000 - $280,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.