Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or related field
4+ years in Compensation or a mix of 2 years in Compensation and 2 years in HR/Finance
Solid understanding of compensation structures and methodology
Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Strong analytical skills with experience in large data sets
Strong communication skills across all organization levels
Experience managing compensation in multiple states.
Responsibilities
Develop dynamic compensation models and reporting for leadership insights.
Execute and align compensation programs with corporate goals while ensuring compliance.
Maintain accurate compensation records in HR systems.
Provide expertise on federal, state, and local compliance laws.
Offer guidance on pay decisions, job architecture, and compensation policies.
Ensure timely execution of annual merit and bonus processes.
Collaborate on compensation requests with HR and leadership.
Benefits
Flexible remote work on Fridays after in-office work Monday to Thursday.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Access to comprehensive and up-to-date compensation resources.
Potential for involvement in strategic projects and market surveys.
Full Job Description
Overview
POSITION REQUIREMENTS: This is an on-site position Monday - Thursday with flexibility to work remotely on Fridays and is based at Red Lobster's corporate office in Orlando, FL.
The Senior Compensation Analyst will help to implement Red Lobster's compensation programs and pay practices, maintain job architecture, provide analytical support to key stakeholders. This role involves providing accurate detailed analysis and reporting on strategic and operational goals of compensation programs, incentives, market trends, and pay structures. In addition, as the subject matter expert, this position will be responsible for compensation projects and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:
Dive into data and build dynamic compensation models and reporting to provide insights for leadership.
Ensure compensation programs and initiatives are effectively executed, compliant, and aligned with corporate objectives.
Ensure compensation records are accurately maintained in the HR systems.
Subject Matter Expert for the interpretation of federal, state and local laws to ensure compliance including minimum wage updates, FLSA, and EEOC.
Provide guidance to HR and organizational leaders on pay decisions, job architecture, compensation policies, and pay practices.
Responsible for ensuring the annual merit and bonus processes are accurate and processed timely.
Partners closely with HR and organizational leaders to review and process compensation requests.
Oversee and maintain comprehensive, up-to-date compensation resources. Regularly update content, improve resource accessibility, and collaborate with relevant teams to ensure the information aligns with current policies.
Own the administration and organization of various compensation programs, employment offers, promotions/demotions, and termination packages.
Participate in market surveys and analyze results to ensure compensation objectives are achieved.
Preparing statistical analysis, data modeling, cost analysis in support of financial objectives.
Conduct review and audit of compensation related data.
Responsible for user-based compensation testing of upgrades and other system updates in HR systems.
Influence and assist with implementation of new Compensation programs, new systems, and special projects as requested.
Fulfill ad hoc query, data modeling and reporting requests.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Solid understanding of compensation structures and methodology
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including expert Excel skills
Strong analytical background with experience analyzing large data sets
Proven experience working under deadlines and in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and excellent follow-through
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, within all levels of an organization
Strong knowledge of HR Systems (PeopleSoft a plus)
Experience leading projects and working in cross functional teams
Strong business acumen and the ability to develop strong working relationships with HR partners, IT and operational leadership
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Experience with handling compensation in multiple states (global experience a plus)
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or related field
Minimum four (4) years' experience in Compensation or two years' experience in Compensation plus two years in Human Resources and/ or Finance
PREFERRED SKILLS
Experience in compensation surveys and pricing tools
Experience with salary, hourly, and executive pay
Experience building and maintaining a job architecture
About Red Lobster
Red Lobster is an American casual dining restaurant chain headquartered in Orlando, Florida. The company has operations in the United States, Canada, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Mexico, and Japan. Red Lobster specializes in seafood, including lobster, shrimp, crab, and fish. The company was founded in 1968 and has since grown to become one of the largest seafood restaurant chains in the world. In 2014, Red Lobster was sold by Darden Restaurants to Golden Gate Capital for $2.1 billion. As of 2021, Red Lobster has over 700 locations worldwide.
