Compensation Analyst

Job Title: Compensation Specialist / HR Analyst

Location: San Diego, CA (92121) — 100% Onsite

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week

Pay Rate: $346.15 – $432.69 per day (Equivalent to ~$43.26 – $54.08/hr)

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

About the Client

Our client is a global technology leader and innovation powerhouse headquartered in San Diego. Renowned for pioneering cutting-edge wireless technology, semiconductors, and advanced digital solutions, they foster a fast-paced, collaborative culture where top talent thrives. Joining their dynamic Human Resources team means contributing directly to programs that reward and retain world-class innovators on a global scale.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Compensation Specialist to support compensation programs, including base pay and annual incentive plans. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional HR partners, analyze market data, and support key annual review cycles to help drive competitive pay strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Compensation Support: Apply principles and best practices to administer base pay, incentive plans, and salary structure adjustments.
• Annual Review Cycle: Assist with guideline testing, budget review recommendations, and pay analyses during annual performance/compensation reviews.
• Market Benchmarking: Gather and analyze internal and external compensation data using industry survey platforms (e.g., Mercer, Radford, Aon-Hewitt) to support data-backed pay decisions.
• Partner Collaboration: Work alongside Talent Acquisition and HR Partners to build competitive compensation packages for prospective and current employees.
• Inquiry Management & Documentation: Respond clearly to complex compensation inquiries from employees and managers; document compensation decisions and process workflows.
• Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed on pay equity trends, compensation laws, and evolving compliance standards.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Option 1: Bachelor’s degree + 2+ years of experience in Compensation, HR, Finance, or a related field.
• Option 2: Associate’s degree + 4+ years of experience in Compensation, HR, Finance, or a related field.
• Option 3: High School Diploma / GED + 6+ years of relevant experience. (Advanced degrees may substitute for experience: Master’s = 1 year, Doctorate = 2 years).

Top Required Skills:

• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel / analytical capabilities (working with large data sets).
• Direct experience with compensation benchmarking and salary survey tools (Radford, Mercer, Aon-Hewitt , etc.).
• 2–3 years of experience in customer/employee inquiry management regarding HR/Compensation policies.
• Advanced communication skills with the ability to explain complex compensation policies clearly.
• Technical familiarity with Workday and ServiceNow .

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Work Setting: 100% Onsite in San Diego, CA (92121).
• Physical Requirements: Predominantly desk-based work utilizing spreadsheets and dual monitors. No heavy lifting required.
• Travel / Driving: None.