Compensation Analyst

If compensation strategy is your sweet spot, this role delivers. Join a large, complex organization where you’ll partner with leaders, lead enterprise-wide compensation initiatives, and design market-competitive programs that drive performance and engagement.

Code: 47621

Posted: 2026-01-23

Category: Human Resources

The Compensation Analyst is responsible for the design, administration, and consultation of compensation programs across the organization. In this role, you will take charge in evaluating market data, leading annual compensation cycles, supporting incentive and equity programs, and partnering closely with HR, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and business leaders to ensure compensation practices are aligned with the overall total rewards strategy.

Worksite Location: Hybrid - Mendota Heights, MN

Salary Range: $90,500 – $125,000

Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Generous paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources

Roles & Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and administer compensation programs including base pay, bonus, sales compensation, and equity
Analyze market data and labor trends to recommend enhancements that support market competitiveness
Provide consultative support to HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders on compensation strategies and program design
Conduct job evaluations to support internal and external equity, including FLSA determinations and pay grade recommendations
Lead the annual compensation cycle, including merit, bonus, and long-term incentive programs, ensuring accurate data audits, system testing, and clear communications
Lead and support compensation projects, providing subject matter expertise, analysis, and recommendations to leadership
Streamline and enhance compensation processes, reports, and workflows while ensuring regulatory compliance
Support compensation surveys and, as needed, equity programs and compensation committee materials

Required Skills & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, or related business field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of combined experience in compensation, finance, or HR
3+ years of experience in compensation program administration, design, and analytics
Strong working knowledge of compensation fundamentals including market pricing, job evaluations, and incentive administration
Thorough understanding of laws and regulations impacting compensation programs
Advanced analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly summarize and present data
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, and experience with HR systems such as Workday
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams

About Versique:
Versique: /ver-seek/ adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions.

Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiters—seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections.

We believe people are more than just resumes—they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success.

Versique is proud to be award-winning, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.

Let’s find your people, together.

Versique is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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