Sr Compensation Analyst

Senior Compensation Analyst

Location: Chester, NY 10918 (Onsite / Hybrid: First 90 Days are 5 days/week onsite, then transitions to a Hybrid schedule of 3 days/week onsite)


Salary Range: $80,000 - $125,000 / year (Based on experience)

Employment Type: Direct W2 Only (Strictly No Corp-to-Corp / C2C, 1099, Third-Party Agencies, or W2 Referrals)


Interview Process: 2-3 rounds (1 Virtual, 2 In-Person)
Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on, and highly analytical Senior Compensation Analyst to take ownership of our compensation function and help shape, strengthen, and evolve our overall total rewards strategy.

This is a newly created, highly impactful role for a seasoned compensation professional who can independently assess current programs, structures, and data; identify discrepancies, compression, or internal equity gaps; and translate findings into practical, data-driven solutions. The ideal candidate is someone who can step in, assess the landscape, take charge, and build with minimal direction.
Key Responsibilities

• Compensation Strategy & Program Ownership: Own and serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the compensation function. Assess current programs, recommend improvements, and partner with HR and business leaders on compensation strategy.
  
  
• Market Pricing & Survey Management: Manage participation in industry compensation surveys (job matching, data submissions, validation). Benchmark positions, evaluate salary ranges, maintain pay structures, and monitor market trends across multi-state locations.
  
  
• Annual Cycles & Financial Modeling: Lead annual merit reviews, bonus/incentive planning, and compensation modeling for new hires, promotions, and retention actions.
  
  
• Data Integrity & Analytics: Perform audits on compensation data, conduct pay equity analyses, and build robust reports and executive dashboards.
  
  
• Cross-Functional Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor to HR business partners, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Payroll, and senior leadership, maintaining discretion with confidential data.

Position Requirements (MUST-HAVES)

• Experience: 5+ years of progressive, hands-on compensation experience in a complex, multi-state organization (experience in telecommunications, cable, technology, or service-based industries is highly preferred).
  
  
• Survey & Benchmarking Expertise: Hands-on experience participating in major compensation surveys, job matching, market pricing, and designing/redesigning salary structures or job architectures.
  
  
• Advanced Excel Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (analyzing large datasets, developing complex models, vlookups, pivot tables, and executive reporting).
  
  
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
  
  
• Schedule & Onsite Commitment: Ability to work 5 days/week onsite in Chester, NY for the first 90 days , transitioning to 3 days/week onsite / hybrid thereafter.
  
  
• Certifications (Bonus): Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or related certification is a plus.

Eligibility Note

• Direct W2 Applicants Only. We cannot accept 1099, Corp-to-Corp (C2C), third-party agency submissions, or W2 referrals for this position.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.