Explore Compensation Consultant Jobs

Compensation consultants help organizations design fair, competitive, and effective pay programs. They analyze market data, develop salary structures, advise on incentive plans, and support pay equity initiatives. Explore vetted Compensation Consultant opportunities on Ladders, focused on professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Compensation Consultants Do

In this role, you may assess compensation practices, benchmark salaries against market data, and recommend changes to base pay, bonuses, equity, and broader total rewards programs. Consultants often partner with human resources, finance, executives, and business leaders to align compensation decisions with organizational goals and applicable requirements.

Skills and Experience Employers Value

Employers commonly seek expertise in compensation analysis, job evaluation, salary benchmarking, incentive design, and data interpretation. Strong communication and presentation skills are important, as consultants translate complex findings into practical recommendations for stakeholders. Experience with HR systems, compensation databases, and spreadsheet or analytics tools can also be valuable.

Compensation Consultant Career Opportunities

Compensation Consultant roles can span management consulting firms, specialized advisory practices, and in-house compensation teams. Depending on the employer and level, positions may focus on executive compensation, sales incentives, pay equity, global rewards, or compensation strategy. Browse opportunities to find a role aligned with your experience and career goals.

Find Vetted Compensation Jobs on Ladders

Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review Compensation Consultant listings, compare responsibilities and qualifications, and identify opportunities that match your expertise in pay strategy and rewards.

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$100K - $118K *

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California, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion strategic customer relationships and enhance value for assigned dealership accounts by executing tailored Customer Value Plans, fostering executive engagement, and conducting data-driven valu...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $97K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $200K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $103K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $223K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $132K *

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $135K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $200K *

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$122K - $183K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $266K *

Drive best-in-class travel support through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Oversee lodging, flights, and customer advocacy, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and exception...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$300K - $500K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $205K *

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Compensation Consultant do?question toggle

    A Compensation Consultant advises organizations on pay programs, including salary structures, market benchmarking, incentive plans, and pay equity. The role typically combines data analysis with recommendations for HR and business leaders.

  • What qualifications are common for Compensation Consultant jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for experience in compensation analysis, human resources, finance, consulting, or total rewards. Knowledge of salary surveys, job evaluation, incentive design, and analytics tools may also be useful; specific requirements vary by position.

  • Where do Compensation Consultants work?question toggle

    Compensation Consultants work at consulting firms, specialized compensation advisory practices, and within companies’ human resources or total rewards teams across many industries.

  • What skills are important for Compensation Consultants?question toggle

    Important skills include compensation benchmarking, data analysis, job architecture, pay equity analysis, incentive planning, and clear communication. Consultants also benefit from sound judgment and the ability to explain complex findings to decision-makers.

  • How can I find Compensation Consultant jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing’s compensation details, responsibilities, and qualifications to identify suitable Compensation Consultant roles.