Compensation Analyst

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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Compensation Analyst to join our Human Resources team at Nordic, a global leader in healthcare IT consulting. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and administering compensation programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent in a highly competitive market. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Total Rewards, you will work closely with HR Business Partners, Finance, and Senior Leadership to ensure the company's compensation strategy aligns with business goals, promotes fairness and equity, and complies with global compensation regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Compensation Analysis

• Conducts standard market pricing for assigned groups (using salary surveys and Workday data).
• Prepares benchmarking spreadsheets and job matches.
• Supports salary range updates by preparing data sets, audit lists, and preliminary recommendations.
• Assists with survey submission and data quality checks.

Compensation Program Management

• Prepares comp packets for new hires/promotions/transfers; audits entries for accuracy.
• Supports the annual merit and bonus cycle by managing templates, data loads, Workday configuration tasks, and data validation.
• Own and monitors recognition program activity and performs monthly reconciliations.

Global Compliance & Reporting

• Produces standard reports (headcount comp, pay distribution, compa‑ratio reports).
• Maintains compliance trackers and pulls data for pay-equity and transparency reviews.
• Ensures job descriptions, titles, and job classifications remain accurate in Workday.

Compensation Tools & Systems (Workday)

• Performs day‑to‑day data integrity audits and corrections in Workday.
• Loads compensation data, runs routine reports, validates org structures and job profiles.
• Supports troubleshooting issues escalated by HRBPs.

Employee & Manager Communication

• Prepares employee‑facing materials (FAQ, emails, guides).

Special Projects & Process Improvement

• Supports project execution: data gathering, mapping job families, audits, documentation.
• Documents new SOPs and maintains process maps.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Psychology or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in compensation analysis and strategy, ideally within a global organization in the healthcare IT, consulting, or technology industries.
• Experience with compensation data management system Workday required.
• Experience working with global compensation structures, job evaluations and benchmarking.
• Experience working with compensation survey tools (e.g. Mercer, Radford, Willis Towers Watson, ERI, or other third-party compensation survey sources).
• Experience working with rewards and recognition platforms (e.g. Achievers).
• Experience working in cross-functional teams, collaborating with HR Business Partners, Finance, and Senior Leadership on compensation-related matters. Understanding of international compensation practices and laws.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights and recommendations for adjustments to align with market trends, company strategy, and internal equity.
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to interpret HR data to create accurate and informative reports.
• Knowledge of compensation best practices, pay equity analysis, and legal compliance (e.g., FLSA, Equal Pay Act, General Data Protection Regulation for global teams).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex compensation topics in a clear and concise manner.
• High level of attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or similar certification is a plus.

Additional Details

• Remote
• Occasional travel up to 5% of the time
• This role supports employees and leaders across the organization, which requires flexibility as occasional meetings may occur outside of normal business hours

Nordic is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.