Compensation Specialist

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  • Cambridge, ON
  • $69,300-86,550 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
We are seeking a Compensation Specialist to support U.S. compensation design, job evaluation, and market analytics for a large, complex organization. This role supports a wide and diverse workforce across corporate, non-union, and blue-collar / skilled labor roles, and partners closely with HR and senior leadership to deliver data-driven, market-competitive compensation solutions.This position is ideal for a compensation professional with hands-on U.S. market pricing, job architecture experience.What you’ll do
  • Support U.S. compensation analysis and design, including job evaluation, job architecture, and market pricing across corporate, non-union, and blue-collar roles.
  • Administer core compensation programs, including annual merit cycles, incentive plans (STIP/PEP), and off-cycle compensation reviews.
  • Support the annual Compensation Cycle through forecasting, system administration, end-user training, communications, and ongoing support for the Compensation Module.
  • Conduct job evaluations and market analytics to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and alignment with compensation philosophy.
  • Manage off-cycle compensation requests by analyzing market data, internal equity, and financial impacts, ensuring compliance with salary structures and governance standards.
  • Develop and present clear, data-driven compensation recommendations and market insights to HR leaders and senior leadership to support hiring, retention, and workforce planning decisions.
  • Participate in and analyze U.S. compensation surveys, translating external market data into actionable recommendations.
  • Contribute to pay transparency and pay equity initiatives, ensuring compliance with U.S. compensation legislation and evolving regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare standard and ad-hoc compensation reports, cost models, and forecasts to support executive decision-making.
  • Provide guidance to HR partners and leaders on job leveling, market positioning, and compensation policy interpretation.
  • Support the development and documentation of compensation policies, processes, and governance frameworks.
  • Participate in compensation projects and other initiatives as assigned.
What you bring
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
  • 3-5 years of dedicated U.S. compensation experience within a large, complex organization.
  • Hands-on experience with job evaluation methodologies, job architecture, and external market benchmarking.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting multiple non-union employee groups, including blue-collar and skilled labor populations, as well as corporate roles.
  • Strong working knowledge of U.S. compensation principles, pay equity, pay transparency, and regulatory compliance.
  • Advanced analytical skills with the ability to convert complex data into clear, actionable insights for leadership.
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with HRIS and compensation systems (Dayforce experience is an asset).
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including comfort presenting compensation analysis to senior leaders.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining confidentiality and data integrity.
  • Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation — completed or in progress — is strongly preferred, or demonstrated intent to pursue a compensation/total rewards certification.
Salary: $69,300 - 86,550 annually (based on skills, experience, qualifications, and geography).Eligible employees may earn performance-based incentives and have access to comprehensive benefits and retirement plans with matching contributions.This posting is for a newly created position. We do not use AI tools in the selection process and do not request pay history.

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