Senior Compensation Consultant

Query Talent is recruiting a Senior Compensation Consultant for a confidential client in Chicago. This is a client-facing compensation advisory role focused on pay strategy, job architecture, market benchmarking, incentive design, and practical recommendations for senior business and HR leaders.Lead compensation consulting engagements from planning and analysis through recommendations and delivery.Develop pay strategies, compensation philosophies, salary structures, job architecture, and incentive programs.Translate market data and analytical findings into clear, practical guidance for senior stakeholders.Manage day-to-day client relationships and multiple concurrent project workstreams.Review analyses and deliverables for quality, clarity, and business relevance.Coach junior colleagues and support business development where appropriate.Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.8+ years of compensation consulting or closely related HR advisory experience.Strong knowledge of broad-based compensation, market pricing, job architecture, incentive design, and compensation strategy.Experience managing complex client engagements or multiple large projects.Strong Excel, PowerPoint, presentation, and stakeholder communication skills.Ability to work a hybrid schedule in Chicago, with at least three days per week in the office or with clients.Current authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.Base salary range of $100,000 to $150,000, plus bonus.Expected total compensation of $150,000 to $175,000+.Medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k).Hybrid Chicago-based role with meaningful client-facing advisory work.