Compensation Analyst
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Compensation Analyst
Calgary, AB (Hybrid 2-3 Days Onsite)
Contract Opportunity | Potential for Extension
Help Shape Compensation Strategy at a Global Enterprise
We're partnering with a globally recognized organization seeking a Compensation Analyst to join their Total Rewards team. This is an exciting opportunity for a compensation professional who enjoys working with data, market intelligence, salary structures, and executive-level reporting to influence compensation decisions across a large, complex organization.
The team is currently involved in several strategic compensation initiatives, including compensation planning, market competitiveness reviews, and future job architecture projects, making this a highly visible and impactful opportunity.
What You'll Be Doing Compensation Analytics & Market Intelligence
Analyze compensation survey data from providers such as Mercer and WTW
Conduct market pricing and competitive benchmarking analyses
Review year-over-year compensation trends and identify actionable insights
Develop recommendations regarding salary structures and compensation programs
Support annual compensation planning and merit review activities
Data Visualization & Executive Reporting
Transform complex data into meaningful business insights
Create dashboards, visualizations, and reporting using Excel, Power BI, and Tableau
Build executive-ready presentations and compensation recommendations
Tell the story behind the data and communicate findings to leadership teams
Compensation Strategy
Evaluate market competitiveness and internal pay alignment
Analyze compensation trends, pay structures, and workforce impacts
Support development and enhancement of compensation programs and frameworks
Partner with Compensation Advisors and HR stakeholders to support key business decisions
Job Architecture & Organizational Design
Support initiatives related to job architecture and job leveling
Assist with compensation grade structures and role alignment
Participate in projects involving job evaluation and career framework development
Help ensure consistency and internal equity across job families and business functions
What We're Looking ForRequired Experience
6+ years of compensation, total rewards, or compensation consulting experience
Strong experience with:
Compensation analytics
Market pricing and benchmarking
Salary surveys (Mercer, WTW, etc.)
Salary structure development
Compensation planning
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with Power BI, Tableau, and/or other data visualization tools
Ability to translate large datasets into business recommendations and executive-level insights
Strong presentation and communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
Exposure to Job Architecture, Job Evaluation, or Job Leveling initiatives
Experience using PayScale
Experience working in large enterprise environments
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Work on strategic compensation initiatives within a large enterprise environment
Gain exposure to executive-level decision making and compensation strategy
Opportunity to contribute to future Job Architecture projects
Collaborate with experienced Total Rewards and Compensation professionals
Potential for extension beyond the initial engagement based on business needs and performance
Excellent opportunity for professionals looking to build enterprise compensation and Total Rewards experience
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Calgary,AB.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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