Job Title: Senior Compensation Analyst

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Compensation Analyst to join our client and play a vital role in supporting enterprise-wide compensation programs and strategic initiatives. This hybrid, temporary-to-hire position, based in Wilmington, DE, focuses on delivering expert guidance and analysis in compensation design, market benchmarking, job evaluations, and regulatory compliance across various business units.

Compensation:

• $36–$40/hour

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, normal business hours

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Compensation Analyst:

• Support the design, implementation, and administration of compensation and incentive programs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for compensation matters, partnering with HR and business leaders to guide pay decisions and ensure policy compliance.
• Analyze job descriptions to determine appropriate salary grades, job titles, and exemption statuses, ensuring alignment with internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Estimate cost impacts of compensation proposals in partnership with finance and HR teams.
• Participate in compensation-related training, communications, and presentations.
• Contribute to the maintenance of up-to-date job documentation and compensation records.
• Lead or assist in market analyses, including survey participation, data loading into compensation tools, and competitive assessments.
• Support the development of merit and bonus budgets, salary structures, and geographic differentials.
• Assist in performance management processes and contribute to compensation integration activities during mergers and acquisitions.
• Maintain compensation data and job codes in HR systems (e.g., Workday), and conduct audits to ensure compliance with compensation regulations and internal standards.
• Utilize compensation tools and reporting software to extract and analyze data for informed decision-making.
• Perform statistical analyses to ensure equitable and legally compliant pay practices.

Qualifications and Skills for the Senior Compensation Analyst:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in compensation, preferably within a mid- to large-sized, matrixed organization.
• Experience with sales compensation design.
• Strong knowledge of compensation principles and relevant employment laws.
• Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas, charts), Word, PowerPoint, and HR systems; experience with Workday and PayFactors is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Ability to advise and coach HR and business partners on compensation matters.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently and within a team environment.
• CCP or PHR certification preferred but not required.

Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and collaborative environment where your compensation expertise will support business success and workforce equity. You’ll gain exposure to complex compensation projects, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic initiatives while advancing your career in a respected and evolving organization.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.

Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.

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