Administer and support compensation programs including base pay, incentive programs, bonus administration, and salary structure maintenance.
Conduct detailed analyses of job roles, market data, and internal pay equity to ensure fair and competitive compensation practices.
Support the annual merit and performance review cycles, including salary and bonus recommendations.
Participate in salary surveys, conduct benchmarking, and develop recommendations to maintain market competitiveness.
Partner with managers and recruiters to provide guidance on job offers, promotions, internal salary adjustments, and job evaluations.
Leverage advanced Excel and other analytical tools (e.g., Power BI, Workday reporting, PayFactors reporting) to analyze large data sets, identify trends, and create dashboards.
Generate, validate, and interpret compensation reports, providing insights and actionable recommendations to leadership.
Conduct regular pay equity and compliance analyses to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations (FLSA, wage & hour laws, etc.).
Ensure accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of compensation data across HR systems.
Create and deliver training materials to Finance, People Services and managers on compensation programs, systems, and policies.
Develop compensation communications including compensation statements, presentations, and educational tools.
Act as a subject matter expert on compensation practices, providing guidance and support to departments and business leaders.
Contribute to the design and evolution of compensation policies, pay structures, and processes that support business strategy and growth.
Identify opportunities for process efficiencies, system enhancements, and innovative approaches to compensation management.
Collaborate cross-functionally to support HRIS, Payroll, Benefits, and Talent Acquisition in compensation-related projects and initiatives.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
3+ years of experience in Human Resources, Compensation, or a related analytics-heavy role.
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, complex formulas, data modeling, and visualization).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with HRIS/Compensation tools (Workday and PayFactors strongly preferred).
Strong understanding of compensation fundamentals, job classification, FLSA, wage & hour regulations, and market benchmarking.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and present insights in a clear, concise manner.
High attention to detail, data accuracy, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
CCP (Certified Compensation Professional), SHRM-CP/SCP, or HRCI certification preferred.
4+ years of progressive compensation and analytics experience (preferred).
Experience in the airline or transportation industry a plus.
Experience creating interactive dashboards in BI or visualization tools.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to build relationships across departments and at all organizational levels.
Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.