Compensation Specialist (Contract)
Kennesaw, Georgia, United States
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Contract Compensation Analyst

Our client is seeking a Contract Compensation Analyst to support their compensation function during a defined engagement. This role is ideal for a hands-on compensation professional who can step in quickly, work independently, and contribute to core compensation processes with minimal ramp-up time.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct job analysis and evaluation of new and existing roles to ensure accurate classification, leveling, and market alignment
  • Perform job modeling and benchmarking, including aligning roles during mergers and acquisitions to internal job architecture and compensation frameworks
  • Support the administration and tracking of annual incentive and bonus programs
  • Support compensation cycles, including merit, bonus, and incentive programs, covering planning, execution, and communication, while ensuring accurate calculations, payouts, and alignment with company performance and compensation strategy
  • Provide guidance to HR Partners and managers on compensation decisions and pay recommendations
  • Maintain, review, and update compensation policies, guidelines, and frameworks to ensure compliance with regional legislation and best practices
  • Recommend and, where applicable, develop new policies or program enhancements to support evolving business needs
  • Ensure accuracy of employee compensation data within Workday
  • Perform regular audits and analysis of compensation data to identify discrepancies, and liaise with Legal to ensure compliance as needed
  • Ensure timely completion of governmental reporting (e.g., EEO-1, pay data reporting) and support internal reporting needs


Continuous Improvement

  • Monitor market trends and recommend adjustments to maintain competitiveness
  • Communicate regional business demands and developments to support alignment on policies and programs
  • Lead or support the implementation of process and program changes


Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • High attention to detail and data accuracy
  • Discretion and trustworthiness in handling confidential information
  • Results-driven with strong follow-through
  • Business acumen and a consultative mindset
  • Collaborative and adaptable
  • Effective communicator and presenter


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
  • Five or more years of experience designing, optimizing, and implementing local rewards programs and policies
  • Proven experience supporting compensation cycles, including merit, bonus, and incentive programs
  • Strong knowledge of regional or provincial compensation regulations and reporting requirements
  • Experience with compensation integration during mergers and acquisitions preferred
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
  • Experience with HRIS systems required, Workday strongly preferred
  • Basic project management skills
  • Ability to work independently and deliver results with minimal onboarding, given the contract nature of the engagement


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