The Washington Post · 22 hours ago
Senior Compensation Analyst
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$92K/yr - $153K/yr
7+ years expThe Washington Post is on a mission to deliver riveting storytelling for all of America, and they are seeking a Senior Compensation Analyst to manage compensation processes and drive strategic programs. The role involves evaluating jobs, advising on market positioning, administering merit processes, and assessing compensation program effectiveness.
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Responsibilities
Evaluate jobs, create accurate job descriptions, and assign jobs to the appropriate job levels, salary grades, FLSA classifications and union jurisdictions
Advise hiring managers and recruiters on competitive market positioning and internal pay equity by analyzing compensation data, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits
Process compensation- and job-related transactions, such reclassifying positions, processing job and compensation changes, and creating position requisitions
Administer annual merit and bonus processes, including budgeting, HRIS configuration and optimization, and employee communications
Participate in multiple salary surveys and track survey participation costs. Maintain and optimize the online market-pricing tool by monitoring integrations, auditing and resolving data issues, and managing vendor relationships
Conduct manager and employee compensation training
Assess the effectiveness and competitiveness of compensation programs by conducting data analysis, benchmarking, and modeling
Improve processes and tools by identifying inefficiencies in compensation plans, workflows, and processes, researching options, and implementing solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and at least 7 years of experience in compensation or equivalent experience and education
Knowledge of principles and best practices in base and variable pay management, as well as laws and regulations
Proficiency in job analysis and market pricing, as well as experience with formal job analysis methodologies and job architectures
Prior experience managing compensation programs and data integrity; strong attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent consulting, communication and presentation skills
Excellent time management and project management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Proficiency using HRIS and market-pricing tools
Preferred
Experience with Workday preferred
PHR, SPHR, CCP or advanced degree preferred
Benefits
Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage
Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
Nine paid holidays and two personal days
20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
Robust mental health resources
Backup care and caregiver concierge services
Gender affirming services
Pet insurance
Free Post digital subscription
Leadership and career development programs
Company
The Washington Post
The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions.
1001-5000 employees
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