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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$175K - $190K *

Innovate with us as a strategic consultant, guiding ERP and Payroll transformations. Leverage your Workday expertise to shape client strategies, enhance operational readiness, and drive impactful chan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $106K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$67K - $100K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $164K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial performance for CFOs and finance leaders. Collaborate on diverse projects, leveraging your expertise to drive process improvements and deliver excep...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Manage total rewards strategy, including compensation, benefits, and payroll for a 400+ remote workforce. Drive compliance, market analysis, and operational excellence while fostering employee engagem...

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3 weeks ago

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$83K - $129K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $260K *

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2 days ago

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$80K - $90K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $202K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

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Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $140K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $250K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$69K - $118K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$87K - $157K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $94K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $125K *

Champion effective claims resolution by managing California workers' compensation claims. Leverage your expertise to investigate, negotiate, and strategize for optimal outcomes while ensuring complian...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Claims Specialist, managing California and Oregon workers' compensation claims. Leverage your expertise to drive effective resolutions, negotiate settlements, and ensur...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.