Compensation & Benefits Specialist

We are looking for a Compensation & Benefits Specialist to support a long-term contract assignment with a manufacturing organization in Lombard, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who can interpret compensation data, contribute to benefits-related analysis, and deliver clear insights that support informed pay decisions. The position offers the opportunity to work independently while partnering with stakeholders to maintain accurate records, evaluate market trends, and keep projects moving forward on schedule.

Responsibilities:
• Analyze compensation information across domestic and international employee groups to identify trends and support pay recommendations.
• Conduct market pricing and benchmarking activities using recognized compensation tools such as Korn Ferry or comparable platforms.
• Maintain accurate compensation records by entering, reviewing, and updating data within internal systems.
• Support participation in salary surveys by compiling submissions, checking data quality, and confirming reporting accuracy.
• Prepare reporting materials and summaries that translate compensation findings into clear takeaways for leadership teams.
• Monitor compensation project timelines, prioritize deliverables, and help ensure key milestones are achieved within expected deadlines.
• Review market data to assess external competitiveness and assist in aligning pay practices with business needs.
• Collaborate with HR and related stakeholders on compensation and benefits analysis, including support for benefit-related functions when needed.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in compensation analysis or a closely related HR specialization.
• Hands-on experience with compensation benchmarking, market pricing, and salary structure evaluation.
• Proficiency with Korn Ferry or a similar compensation database or benchmarking platform is strongly preferred.
• Prior involvement in salary survey submission, validation, and review processes.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to organize, analyze, and interpret large data sets.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage assignments independently while meeting deadlines in a contract environment.
• Exposure to global compensation practices and benefits analysis is considered an advantage.

Compensation

$35.63-$41.25 Hourly

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