Compensation Analyst - 410990

Client Overview

Our client is a highly respected professional services firm. We are seeking a highly analytical, detail-oriented Compensation Analyst to join our client's Partner Compensation team.

Salary/Hourly Rate

$35/hr - $50/hr, Depending on experience and qualifications.

Position Overview

This highly visible position will support global executive compensation programs, market benchmarking, compensation analysis, and firm-wide compensation initiatives. The ideal candidate for the Compensation Analyst role will bring strong analytical capabilities, advanced Excel skills, Workday experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a Compensation, Total Rewards, or HR Analytics professional seeking exposure to sophisticated compensation programs within the financial services industry. This is a 6-month contract with potential for permanent conversion based on performance.

Responsibilities Of The Compensation Analyst

• Analyze compensation data, market trends, and internal pay structures to support competitive and equitable compensation decisions.
• Conduct market benchmarking, salary surveys, and compensation research to evaluate external competitiveness.
• Support new hire offer evaluations, internal transfers, and annual compensation review cycles.
• Prepare compensation reports, presentations, and data analyses to support business and leadership decisions.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on global compensation programs, regulatory initiatives, and special projects.
• Develop and maintain compensation tools, reporting resources, and analytical frameworks.
• Identify opportunities to improve compensation processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and compensation information.
  
  

Required Experience/Skills For The Compensation Analyst

• At least 1 year of relevant professional experience in Compensation, Total Rewards, HR Analytics, or a related analytical function.
• Proficiency in Workday and Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing, interpreting, and presenting complex data.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience coordinating projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Proactive, collaborative, and service-oriented approach to supporting internal stakeholders.
  
  

Preferred Experience/Skills For The Compensation Analyst

• 2+ years of experience in compensation analysis, total rewards, or HR data analytics.
• Experience with salary benchmarking, compensation surveys, market pricing, and compensation planning.
• Previous experience in financial services, asset management, or professional services.
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
• Familiarity with executive compensation programs, global compensation structures, or compensation-related regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting compensation projects, process improvements, and reporting initiatives.
  
  

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field, is required.
  
  

Benefits

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).