Explore Compensation and Benefits Analyst Jobs

Compensation and Benefits Analysts help organizations design, evaluate, and administer pay and employee benefits programs. They analyze salary data, assess benefits costs, and support compensation strategies that help employers attract and retain talent while meeting business goals. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Compensation and Benefits Analyst Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and seniority, but often include researching market pay, analyzing internal compensation data, preparing reports, and reviewing salary structures. Analysts may also evaluate health and retirement plans, track benefits expenses, support annual compensation cycles, and help ensure programs align with company policies and applicable regulations. Some roles focus primarily on compensation, benefits, or a specific area such as executive pay or job evaluation.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek analytical ability, attention to detail, and experience working with compensation or benefits data. Familiarity with spreadsheets, HR information systems, survey data, and reporting tools can be valuable. Strong communication skills help analysts explain findings to HR leaders and business partners. Requirements may include a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, finance, or a related field, along with relevant experience; expectations differ across employers.

Career Opportunities and Salary Factors

Compensation and Benefits Analysts work in a range of industries and organization sizes, often within human resources or total rewards teams. Career paths may lead to senior analyst, compensation manager, benefits manager, or total rewards leadership roles. Pay varies according to experience, location, industry, scope of responsibility, and specialized expertise. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, where available.

Find Compensation and Benefits Analyst Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore Compensation and Benefits Analyst opportunities and related total rewards roles. Review job requirements, responsibilities, and compensation details to identify positions that match your background and career goals.

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$130K - $155K *

Drive the evolution of our compensation strategy by evaluating and redesigning structures to align with performance and business goals. Collaborate with leadership to create a transparent, equitable p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Elevate customer experiences by conducting research and analysis to identify stakeholder needs and opportunities. Utilize strategic communications and engagement to translate insights into actionable...

Mclean, VARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $334K *

Empower internal stakeholders with strategic legal counsel on health, welfare, and retirement plans. Oversee compliance, governance, and executive compensation matters while managing a dynamic legal t...

Rhode Island, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$177K - $243K *

Advance your career by leading a global compensation function, shaping strategies, and building a high-performing team. Collaborate with key stakeholders to drive compensation programs that align with...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$225K - $275K *

Lead the charge in redefining Total Rewards strategy, enhancing compensation, equity, and benefits to attract and retain top talent while anticipating workforce shifts driven by AI and market trends...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to manage and enhance incentive compensation programs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive improvements and support strategic initiatives whil...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$81K - $129K *

Drive impactful health program analysis by leveraging actuarial expertise, performing data analysis, and supporting pricing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial for...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic financial planning and performance analysis, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance decision-making and financial health. Your insights will shape budgeting, forecasting, and repo...

Westminster, CORemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as a Revenue Compensation Analyst, where you'll design and manage compensation plans, analyze trends, and collaborate with teams to enhance sales efficiency. Bring your analytica...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $184K *

Lead the development and management of compensation strategies to attract, retain, and motivate talent. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices that align with...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $142K *

Transform compensation consulting by developing and administering programs, analyzing market data, and providing expert guidance to clients, all while ensuring project deliverables are met in this dyn...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $155K *

Develop and lead comprehensive benefits and compensation programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and enhancing employee experience through strategic management and continuous improvement init...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving product strategy through data analysis and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance, uncover growth opportunities, and influence stra...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Financial Analyst, driving financial insights and models to support growth. Collaborate across teams to enhance forecasting accuracy and optimize performance, playing...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing a team of data analysts to develop complex reports, analyze data, and provide technical guidance, ensuring effective communication with clients and senior management while...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $130K *

Analyze financial performance and drive insights to enhance profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop budgets, forecasts, and reports, ensuring consistent financial processes a...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $163K *

Transform the employee experience by leading U.S. and Canadian benefits and compensation operations. Help optimize global processes and drive improvements in operational excellence within a collaborat...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions by leveraging data analytics and strategic counsel to enhance client performance. Collaborate with high-performing teams to deliver tailored insights for transformational ev...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial strategies and enhance decision-making processes through robust analysis, forecasting, and model building, partnering with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $229K *

Transform actuarial insights into strategic actions within a dynamic healthcare environment. Lead pricing strategies, manage vendor partnerships, and drive significant business initiatives to optimize...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Empower organizational success by leading total rewards programs, ensuring competitive compensation and benefits. Collaborate with HR and finance to drive compliance and continuous improvement, while...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive the configuration and enhancement of Workday Absence, Time Tracking, and Benefits systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and support for global employee...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $96K *

Develop your career by leading the on-boarding process for Employee Benefits groups. Collaborate with internal teams, ensure accurate contract drafting, and guide customers through a seamless transiti...

Portland, ORRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $131K *

Elevate your career by leading complex financial analyses and strategic initiatives. As a senior contributor, you'll drive enhancements in reporting, support business decisions, and mentor team member...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic compensation initiatives and provide expert guidance to leaders on pay practices, influencing global programs and promoting equity while evolving structures to enhance organizational g...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Compensation and Benefits Analyst do?question toggle

    A Compensation and Benefits Analyst evaluates pay and employee benefits programs. Typical work includes researching market salaries, analyzing compensation data, preparing reports, tracking benefits costs, and supporting HR planning and annual review processes.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Compensation and Benefits Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, finance, or a related field, relevant HR or rewards experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with spreadsheets or HR systems.

  • Which skills are important for Compensation and Benefits Analysts?question toggle

    Useful skills include data analysis, attention to detail, knowledge of compensation or benefits practices, reporting, spreadsheet skills, and the ability to communicate findings clearly to HR teams and business leaders.

  • How much do Compensation and Benefits Analysts earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, employer size, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; actual compensation and eligibility vary by posting.

  • Where can Compensation and Benefits Analysts find jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Compensation and Benefits Analyst and related total rewards titles, and review each listing for its requirements and compensation information.