The Standard

Compensation Analyst II

The Standard$66K — $96K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Portland, OR
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of compensation experience or equivalent in data analysis, modeling, and evaluation.
  • Experience in market pricing, job evaluations, compensation benchmarking, and salary administration.
  • Strong analytical skills with data interpretation and presentation experience.
  • Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  • Proficient in communication, capable of explaining compensation concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
  • Preferred: Experience with Workday or similar HCM systems.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct job evaluations, market pricing, benchmarking, and compensation analyses.
  • Participate in compensation surveys and submit validated compensation data.
  • Support annual compensation programs, including salary administration and incentives.
  • Develop reports and analyses to inform compensation decisions and design.
  • Identify and implement improvements to enhance compensation programs and operations.

Benefits

  • Participation eligibility in an incentive program based on individual and organizational performance.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Join our Compensation team and help support compensation programs that ensure competitive and equitable pay practices across the organization. In this role, you'll conduct job evaluations, market pricing, compensation analyses, and survey participation while partnering with HR Business Partners, leaders, and Compensation team members. You'll also support annual compensation processes, incentive programs, compensation reporting, and ongoing process improvement initiatives. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, solving complex problems, and providing compensation insights that support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct job evaluations, market pricing, benchmarking, and compensation analyses.
  • Participate in compensation surveys and prepare, validate, and submit compensation data.
  • Support annual compensation programs, salary administration, and incentive plan processes.
  • Develop reports, analyses, and modeling to support compensation decisions and program design.
  • Identify and implement process improvements that enhance compensation programs and operations.


* Occasional travel for team meetings, planning sessions, or professional development activities may be required.

Skills and Background You'll Need

Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

Experience: 4+ years of compensation experience or equivalent experience involving data analysis, modeling, and evaluation.
  • Experience conducting market pricing, job evaluations, compensation benchmarking, and salary administration activities.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting, validating, and presenting data-driven insights.
  • Experience working with compensation surveys, reporting, and compensation program administration.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain compensation concepts to a variety of audiences.
  • Preferred: Experience using Workday or a similar Human Capital Management (HCM) system.
  • Preferred: Experience supporting incentive compensation or sales compensation programs.


Key Behaviors of a Successful Candidate
  • Adaptability: Sees possibilities in changing circumstances, accepts and understands change, and adjusts quickly to changing priorities and business needs.
  • Collaboration: Builds positive relationships, partners effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, and contributes to shared goals.
  • Improvement Mindset: Identifies opportunities to improve processes, tools, and efficiencies while supporting innovation and operational excellence.




In addition to the competitive salary range below, our employee-focused benefits support work-life balance. Learn more about working at The Standard.
  • Eligibility to participate in an incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program and plan. Any award depends on a variety of factors including individual and organizational performance.


The actual compensation for this role will be based on a combination of education and experience, knowledge and skills, position budget, internal equity, and market data.

Salary Range:
$66,000.00 - $96,250.00

Positions will be posted for at least 5 days from original posting date.

About The Standard

The Standard is a financial services company that provides insurance, retirement, and investment products to individuals and businesses. The company's insurance products include life, disability, and dental insurance. The Standard also offers retirement plans, such as 401(k) and pension plans, and investment products, including mutual funds and annuities. The company was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The Standard has over 3,000 employees and serves customers across the United States.
Learn more about The Standard
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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