Senior Compensation Analyst

Make an impact every day by shaping how employees are recognized and rewarded.  

Serco is hiring a Senior Compensation Analyst to join our Human Resources team—either onsite at our Herndon, Virginia headquarters or remotely from anywhere in the U.S. This role offers the opportunity to shape compensation programs that align with strategic business goals while reinforcing our commitment to attracting, retaining, and rewarding top talent. Whether you're local or remote, you'll play a key part in driving impact across the organization. 

This is a Hybrid Remote position which requires the employee to work on-site in the Herndon HQ.

As a key member of the Rewards team, you’ll help ensure employees are compensated fairly and competitively, while maintaining compliance with applicable U.S. and Canadian contracting requirements. You’ll work closely with HR partners, functional and business leaders to deliver data-driven reward decisions, support government contract proposals, and guide internal pay review, all with a focus on transparency, equity, and impact. 

In This Role, You Will: 

• Manage and administer compensation programs that align with Serco’s strategic goals and comply with applicable U.S. and Canadian regulations. 

• Conduct market analyses using salary surveys and benchmarking tools to evaluate competitiveness and inform pay decisions. 

• Develop and maintain salary structures, job families, and pay grades across a complex organizational landscape. 

• Evaluating role specifications at all levels of the organization. 

• Standardize job architectures across a complex organizational landscape. 

• Map contract labor categories to internal job descriptions for proposal efforts and help ensure Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and applicable Canadian pay compliance. 

• Evaluate job roles at all levels of the organization, including FLSA classification and internal leveling. 

• Partner with HR and business leaders to provide guidance on compensation decisions, policy interpretation, and pay compliance and equity. 

• Support enterprise-wide initiatives such as annual merit planning and bonus administration, including merit planning tool configuration and calibration processes. 

• Prepare and present compensation analysis summaries in formats suitable for executive review (PowerPoint, Word, Excel). 

• Participate in compensation surveys and maintain benchmarking tools (e.g., CompAnalyst). 

• Assist with training and communication efforts related to compensation programs, FLSA/SCLS compliance, and updates. 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Payroll, and Proposal teams to ensure alignment and operational efficiency. 

• Support special projects such as job standardization, rewards and recognition programs, and change management initiatives. 

MEET YOUR RECRUITER!

To be successful in this role, you will have:     

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in compensation planning for a mid -to large-sized company; government contracting experience strongly preferred
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with HRIS systems and compensation benchmarking tools
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Working knowledge of compensation-related laws and regulations (FLSA, SCLS, DCAA, EEO/pay equity)
• Ability to work across all levels of the organization and influence through expertise and collaboration
• Experience leveraging Artificial Intelligence for process efficiency and solutioning is a plus
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation is a plus

If you are interested in supporting and working with passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

In compliance with state and local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary range for this role is $103,369.11 to $167,973.45; however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: careers@serco-na.com or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email Agencies@serco-na.com.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.