Compensation Consultant

We are looking for an experienced Compensation Manager to support the design, evaluation, and administration of compensation programs for a contract position based in Greenbush, Minnesota. This role focuses on delivering market-informed pay strategies, strengthening compensation practices, and guiding compensation-related decisions with data-driven analysis. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in compensation benchmarking, survey participation, and broader compensation and benefits support within complex organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead compensation reviews by analyzing internal pay structures and external market data to recommend competitive salary ranges and pay practices.

• Conduct benchmarking studies using compensation surveys and other market intelligence to evaluate job pricing and support equitable pay decisions.

• Partner with leadership, HR, and business stakeholders to develop and refine compensation programs aligned with organizational goals.

• Prepare detailed compensation analyses and reporting that support budgeting, workforce planning, and executive decision-making.

• Assess existing compensation and benefits frameworks to identify opportunities for improvement in effectiveness, competitiveness, and consistency.

• Provide guidance on salary offers, promotional increases, and other pay actions by applying compensation policies and market insights.

• Participate in compensation survey submissions and interpret survey results to strengthen market positioning and program design.

• Ensure compensation practices are documented clearly and administered in compliance with applicable policies and regulatory requirements.

• 10+ years of experience in compensation, with strong depth in compensation analysis and program management.

• Demonstrated expertise in compensation benchmarking, job evaluation, and the use of compensation surveys.

• Solid understanding of compensation and benefits principles, including pay structures, salary planning, and market pricing.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex compensation data into clear recommendations.

• Experience partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional teams on compensation-related decisions.

• Proficiency in creating reports, models, and presentations that communicate compensation findings effectively.

• Knowledge of compensation governance, documentation standards, and compliance considerations.

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