Compensation Analyst
Mantis Innovation
Full-time
On-site
Houston, Texas, United States
Compensation Analyst
Mantis Innovation provides managed facility services and turnkey program management with technology-enabled solutions that target the entire building footprint. We look at the entire facility—inside and out—and can impact 70% of what a building operator allocates critical budget dollars toward, including: Strategic electricity and natural gas procurement, renewable energy, and demand response; climate impact reduction and reporting, net zero strategies, and sustainability planning; roofing, solar, HVAC assessment management, pavement, building envelope, data center optimization, and EV charging; lighting/LED retrofits, HVAC/mechanical systems, and BMS/BAS improvements and implementation.
The Compensation Analyst is responsible for managing and optimizing the organization’s compensation programs to ensure fairness, transparency, and market competitiveness. This role involves hands-on execution of compensation campaigns, oversight of commission programs, policy management, and support for job postings. The analyst must exercise a high level of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive employee data and compensation information. This role may also support broader total rewards initiatives, including the review of annual benefits plans and documentation of employee
Key Responsibilities - Commission Program Oversight
- Ensure commission payments are accurate, timely, and aligned with established policies.
- Maintain clear, written commission plans and policies that are reviewed and signed annually by eligible employees.
- Partner with Finance, Sales Operations, and HR to resolve discrepancies and ensure fairness and transparency in commission structures.
- Monitor compliance with internal guidelines and applicable law
Compensation Campaign Management
- Lead and execute annual and ad hoc compensation campaigns, including merit increases, promotions, and market adjustments.
- Create and distribute employee compensation letters for annual increases, promotions, and other pay-related changes.
- Document compensation-related employee actions in accordance with internal protocols and audit requirements.
Policy Oversight & Improvement
- Maintain and update compensation policies and procedures.
- Analyze effectiveness and recommend enhancements to ensure alignment with business needs and market trends.
Employee Support & Transparency
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding compensation, pay structures, and policies.
- Develop and maintain resources to improve understanding and transparency of compensation practices.
Compliance & Legal Awareness
- Stay current on federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations.
- Ensure compensation practices comply with applicable laws, including pay equity and wage transparency.
Job Posting & Salary Guidance
- Provide salary recommendations for job postings based on market data and internal equity.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition to ensure competitive and compliant compensation offers.
Confidentiality & Discretion
- Handle sensitive compensation data with the utmost confidentiality and professionalism.
- Exercise sound judgment and discretion when managing employee information and making compensation decisions.
Total Rewards & Benefits Support
- Assist in the review and analysis of annual benefits plans to ensure competitiveness and alignment with employee needs.
- Support broader total rewards initiatives, including benchmarking and strategy development
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in compensation analysis or related HR role.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems; experience with compensation tools.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Knowledge of state and federal compensation laws and regulations.
- Experience or interest in total rewards and benefits strategy is a plus.
- Strong documentation and written communication skills, especially in preparing employee compensation letters and maintaining accurate records.
$80,000 - $100,000 a year
Note: Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.
What else can we offer you?
We offer a fantastic lineup of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, 401k Matching, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, and a flexible hybrid work schedule (for office-based employees). Working at Mantis also brings tremendous professional development opportunities that allow you to make a real impact on both the company and your career!
Not sure you meet every single requirement?
Studies show that women and individuals from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Mantis, we’re committed to building an inclusive and equitable team—so if this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you, even if your experience doesn’t match every single qualification.
Mantis Innovation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.