Job Overview:
The Associate Compensation Partner supports the North America Compensation function (US & Canada) by delivering specialized analytical and advisory support to HR Business Partners and assigned client groups. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Total Rewards – Americas, the role also maintains a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Compensation Partner for day-to-day guidance and alignment. The Associate is also responsible for core compensation activities, including advanced data analysis, job evaluation for junior and mid-level roles, and preparation of market benchmarking insights.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Compensation Partnering & Advisory Support (35%)
- Partner with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to provide analytical and advisory support for assigned lower-complexity client groups.
- Collaborate with HRBPs to manage, resolve, and strategize compensation-related issues, ensuring solutions align with business needs and regional compensation frameworks.
- Prepare compensation recommendations (e.g., offers, promotions, adjustments) and participate in program rollouts.
- Ensure consistent communication by keeping the Compensation Partner informed on all advisory matters.
Data Analysis, Audit & Reporting (25%)
- Conduct advanced analysis to support compensation planning, recommendations, and decision-making.
- Build dashboards and reports for HR and business stakeholders.
- Perform routine audits to ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistency of compensation data.
Job Evaluation & Job Architecture (15%)
- Conduct job evaluations for junior and mid-level roles using the Korn Ferry Hay methodology.
- Support job architecture updates, including catalog maintenance and leveling consistency checks.
Market Benchmarking & Pay Insights (10%)
- Perform market benchmarking for assigned roles, including match identification and data validation.
- Prepare summaries on market positioning, pay trends, and internal alignment.
- Support development of market insight dashboards and reporting.
Compliance & Policy Support (10%)
- Assist with compensation compliance activities (e.g., FLSA, EEOC, provincial/state requirements).
- Review data for governance adherence and support documentation needs.
- Escalate potential risks or discrepancies to the Compensation Partner.
Global & Cross-Functional Project Support (5%)
- Contribute to select global and cross-functional compensation initiatives through data preparation, research, and documentation.
- Support coordination and alignment across regional teams.
Experience & Qualifications:
- 2-4 years’ experience in the compensation function of a corporate HR department.
- Demonstrated experience consulting with HRBPs or business leaders on compensation matters.
- Strong communication skills.
- High proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel functionalities (formulas, pivots, dashboard creation).
- Experience with job evaluation methodologies, specifically Hay Job Evaluation methodology.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to present insights effectively.
- Familiarity with compensation compliance standards and regulations (e.g., FLSA, EEOC).
- Detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
- Ability to perform statistical analysis is a plus.
- Technology-savvy disposition preferred.
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a corporate compensation function is required.
- Working towards or completion of CCP certification is an asset.
Key Skills
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What’s In It For You?
- Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
- Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
- Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
- Make the Most of our Global Organization: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
- Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.
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