Senior Compensation Analyst

Our client in Dallas, TX, is seeking an experienced Senior Compensation Analyst for a full time, direct hire opportunity. This position will play a critical role in developing, administering, and enhancing compensation programs that support organizational growth, business transformation, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capabilities, compensation expertise, and the ability to partner with HR leadership and business stakeholders to ensure competitive, equitable, and compliant compensation practices.

Company Profile

Our client is a well established, growing organization with a national presence and a strong commitment to its employees. The company offers a collaborative, people focused environment where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, drive improvements, and advance professionally.

With continued growth and evolving business needs, the organization provides opportunities to participate in strategic initiatives, improve compensation processes, and make a meaningful impact across the business.

Senior Compensation Analyst Role

The Senior Compensation Analyst will serve as a trusted resource to HR business partners, Talent Acquisition, and organizational leadership, providing data driven compensation recommendations and supporting the ongoing administration of compensation programs.

This position combines hands on compensation analysis with strategic consulting, market benchmarking, reporting, and process improvement. The successful candidate will be comfortable navigating complex compensation questions, interpreting market data, and supporting initiatives related to organizational growth, acquisitions, and business transformation.

Senior Compensation Analyst Responsibilities

• Conduct compensation market analyses, salary benchmarking, and internal equity assessments to ensure competitive and consistent pay practices.

• Partner with HR business partners, Talent Acquisition, and leadership to evaluate compensation needs and provide recommendations.

• Support annual compensation cycles, including merit increases, promotions, salary adjustments, and incentive programs.

• Evaluate compensation requests and recommend appropriate salary ranges based on market data, internal equity, and established compensation guidelines.

• Participate in compensation surveys, including data collection, validation, submission, and analysis.

• Support job evaluations, job classifications, salary structures, and job architecture initiatives.

• Analyze compensation implications associated with mergers, acquisitions, organizational restructuring, and business integration activities.

• Develop and maintain compensation reports, dashboards, and analytical tools to support leadership decision making.

• Utilize Workday and other compensation systems to maintain data integrity, enhance reporting, and identify opportunities for process improvement.

• Ensure compensation programs comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including wage and hour requirements and pay transparency considerations.

• Assist with compensation audits, documentation, and compliance reporting.

• Collaborate across departments to improve compensation processes and support organizational effectiveness initiatives.

Senior Compensation Analyst Background Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field required.

• 4 to 6 years of experience in compensation, total rewards, HR analytics, finance, or a closely related discipline.

• Strong understanding of compensation methodologies, market pricing, salary structures, incentive plans, and compensation administration.

• Experience conducting market benchmarking and internal equity analyses.

• Advanced analytical and Excel skills, including the ability to interpret complex data and develop meaningful recommendations.

• Strong communication and consultative skills with the ability to explain compensation concepts to business leaders and HR stakeholders.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently in a growing, evolving organization.

• Experience with Workday HCM, particularly compensation administration, reporting, and dashboards, preferred.

• Familiarity with compensation benchmarking platforms such as Payfactors and Radford preferred.

• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, business integrations, or organizational transformation initiatives preferred.

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation or progress toward certification is a plus.

Features and Benefits

• 15 days of PTO during the first year, with increases based on tenure.

• Two additional paid community service days.

• Paid holidays, including your birthday.

• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting.

• Medical insurance with the company covering 80% of premiums.

• Dental and vision insurance.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.

• Company paid life insurance.

• Company paid short term and long term disability coverage.

• Paid parental leave.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Relocation assistance available.

• Professional development and mentorship opportunities.

• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization.

Interested in Learning More?

If you are an experienced compensation professional who enjoys combining analytical expertise with strategic business partnership, we encourage you to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful compensation initiatives while growing your career with an established organization.