Compensation Specialist

Overview

Officed in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Hybrid Schedule

The Compensation Specialist is designed as a career development opportunity for individuals interested in Compensation and Human Resources. The Compensation Specialist will gain hands-on experience supporting compensation reviews, market pricing, salary administration, and compensation systems while working alongside experienced Compensation Analysts.

Responsibilities

Compensation Administration

• Support Compensation Analysts with annual compensation review activities and compensation planning processes.
• Gather market data and prepare materials used to evaluate employee compensation.
• Assist with audits and data validation within the Company's compensation systems to ensure accuracy and integrity.

Compensation Operations

• Maintain compensation-related files, reports, salary structures, and documentation.
• Create and maintain positions within HR and compensation systems.
• Support ongoing compensation processes, including increase hold reviews and approved increase uploads.

Customer & Team Support

• Assist in managing the compensation inbox and responding to routine compensation inquiries.
• Provide timely, professional support to leaders and Human Resources partners.
• Escalate complex compensation matters to Compensation Analysts as appropriate.

Learning & Career Development

• Partner with and learn from Compensation Analysts through participation in compensation projects and reviews.
• Develop knowledge of compensation administration, market pricing, salary structures, and internal equity concepts.
• Build the skills and experience necessary for progression into a Compensation Analyst role.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Economics, or a related field required.
• Previous internship, HR, compensation, analytics, or related experience preferred.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a high level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, maintain confidentiality, provide excellent customer service, and work effectively both independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrates adaptability and a willingness to learn new processes, systems, and compensation principles.

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