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Compensation Specialist

Atrium

Bronx, NY

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$35–$40 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Benchmarking, Business Administration, Compensation Analysis, Compensation and Benefits, Cross-Functional, Equity Securities, Genetics, HRIS/HRMS, Human Resources, Interviewing Skills, Market Surveys, Market Trend Analysis, Organizational Skills, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Team Player, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Bronx, NY
POSTED
2 days ago
Client Overview:
Our client is a prestigious university in the Bronx looking for a Compensation Specialist to join their HR team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:
$35/hr - $40/hr
$80k - $90k once permanent

Position Overview:
The Compensation Specialist will work on compensation projects, create job descriptions, and work with hiring managers. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in HR or analytics and has specialized in compensation for a year or more. The schedule is Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Responsibilities of the Compensation Specialist:
  • Leads monitoring and refinement of the salary frameworks to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
  • Analyzes varied compensation issues, develops solutions, and implements process improvements to enhance the delivery of pay programs.
  • Conducts market benchmarking, interpreting external data trends to provide formal recommendations for salary band adjustments.
  • Communicates cross-functionally to explain complex grading recommendations and compensation policies, and provides guidance on developing and maintaining job descriptions.
  • Provides training to Hiring Managers on compensation frameworks and job architecture standards.
  • Maintains the university's job description database and organizational structure.
  • Evaluates jobs to determine appropriate salary ranges using relevant market survey data and considering internal equity; reviews and recommends salary placements for new hires.
Required Experience/Skills for the Compensation Specialist:
  • Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in compensation, HRIS, or a related analytical field.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and strong analytical skills.
Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Benefits:
  • Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).
  • Full package at time of conversion
About Atrium:What you do matters. Guided by our Applicant-Centric™ approach, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued, and your achievements are celebrated. Join us and become part of an inclusive team committed to your growth and success.
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Position ID: 398338

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