Compensation Analyst

Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future ― and your career. We power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. If you’re ready for something bigger ― more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth ― we should talk. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for people like you.

Ready to reach your potential? It’s time to look at Taylor.

Your Opportunity: Taylor Corporation is looking for a Compensation Analyst in MN! The Compensation Analyst supports the administration, analysis, and continuous improvement of Taylor’s compensation programs. Will partner with HR, Finance, and business leaders to ensure pay practices are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. The role designs and administers compensation programs, including base pay and incentives, and develops and maintains pay structures, salary grades, and guidelines to support informed pay decisions.

This position provides analytical and consultative support across job architecture, job evaluation, market benchmarking, and annual compensation cycles. It conducts market analysis, supports compensation surveys and incentive programs, and ensures accurate, compliant execution of compensation changes. Serving as a trusted advisor, the role also develops communication materials and translates data into clear insights for leaders.

Work Authorization:

To be considered for the Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Your Responsibilities:

Compensation Consulting & Administration

• Partner with leaders and HR to provide guidance on promotions, hiring decisions, pay adjustments, and job leveling

• Conduct job evaluations and maintain job architecture and internal grading structures

• Review new and revised roles and recommend appropriate salary ranges and levels

• Support market pricing and benchmarking using external survey data

• Maintain compensation data and records in HR systems (Workday/SAP)

Annual Compensation Processes

• Support annual merit, promotion, and incentive planning cycles

• Conduct market benchmarking and geo-differential analysis

• Assist with system configuration, testing, and compensation statement setup (Workday)

• Prepare compensation analyses, reports, and budget recommendations

• Develop manager guides, timelines, and employee-facing communication materials

Incentive Compensation Programs (ICP & Sales Compensation)

• Administer incentive and sales compensation plans including setup, tracking, and payouts

• Partner with Finance and leadership on ICP design updates and annual plan changes

• Load, test, and validate incentive data and system configurations

• Perform audits to ensure accuracy and compliance

• Prepare communication materials for leadership and participants

Payroll, Finance & Compliance

• Partner with Payroll and Finance to support payments, deductions, and reporting

• Conduct audits including minimum wage reviews and termination payment eligibility

• Ensure compliance with laws, policies, and governance standards

• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting for leadership

Communication & HR Business Partner Support

• Serve as a primary compensation resource for HR Business Partners

• Provide analytical support for offers, promotions, transfers, and equity reviews

• Develop communication materials, guides, and training resources

• Support change management initiatives

Capabilities & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of compensation principles, job evaluation, and pay structures

• Advanced analytical and modeling skills with attention to detail

• Proficiency in Workday, SAP, and Excel

• Strong consultative communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

You Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Finance, Business, Economics, or related field

• 2+ years of experience in compensation, HR analytics, or related field

• Experience supporting compensation programs and data analysis

We Would Also Prefer:

• Experience with incentive plans, market pricing, and CCP certification

Success Measures:

• Accuracy of compensation data and market pricing

• Timely delivery of annual compensation cycles

• Accuracy of incentive plan administration

• Leader and HR partner satisfaction

• Strong compliance and audit outcomes

The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $75k - $85k. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation’s total compensation and benefits package for employees.

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor’s family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world’s most recognizable brands.

With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future – and your career. Join more than a company – become part of a family.

Imagine a company whose core purpose is to create opportunity and security for its employees. That’s us, that’s Taylor.

If you’re ready for something bigger – more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth – we should talk. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for people like you.