Senior Compensation Analyst

Des Plaines, Illinois Permanent USD100,000 - USD125,000 per year View Job Description
The Senior Compensation Analyst plays a key role in supporting the organization's corporate compensation function. This position is responsible for administering broad-based compensation programs, analyzing market data and trends, and providing strategic compensation guidance to HR professionals across divisions and business units.
  • Join a fast growing global manufacturer!
  • Great benefits including tuition reimbursement!

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established large organization in the industrial/manufacturing sector. They are known for their commitment to innovation and excellence, providing employees with opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.

Job Description

  • Partner with HR professionals to administer the company's compensation and job banding frameworks, interpret market data, and apply compensation best practices across business units.
  • Support the annual compensation planning process (merit, incentive, and equity programs) by providing analysis, guidance, and resolving related inquiries.
  • Coordinate global compensation survey submissions, review data for accuracy, and analyze results to develop salary ranges and merit recommendations by country.
  • Manage updates to all global salary ranges and ensure alignment with market data.
  • Lead and/or support enterprise-wide compensation initiatives and special projects.
  • Provide consultative support to business units on local compensation strategies and initiatives.
  • Maintain and update the organization's job catalog and job banding system.
  • Manage compensation tools, documentation, and resources used by HR teams.
  • Ensure compensation-related content on HR portals and systems is accurate and up to date.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Compensation Analyst should have:

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 4-6 years of experience in broad-based compensation within a corporate environment.
  • Strong analytical and financial acumen.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including vlookups, pivot tables, and complex formulas).
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy, with strong problem-solving and data auditing capabilities.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service mindset.
  • Ability to work onsite full-time at the corporate office, with some flexibility in schedule.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $125,000 USD.
  • Permanent position offering career growth opportunities.
  • A professional and supportive company culture.
  • Located in Chicago, offering a vibrant and accessible work environment.



If you are excited about this opportunity as a Senior Compensation Analyst in the business services industry, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career.

Contact
Clayton Hamilton
Quote job ref
JN-122025-6895606

Job summary

Sector
Human Resources
Sub Sector
Compensation & Benefits
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Des Plaines
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Clayton Hamilton
Job Reference
JN-122025-6895606