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Compensation Advisor Job Location: Irwindale, CA 91702 Job Duration: 3 Months Job Responsibilities: * Develops, implements and administers compensation such as salaries, short- and long-term ...

Senior Compensation Advisor

Denver, CO · On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

The Senior Compensation Advisor is a seasoned compensation professional responsible for delivering market-competitive, equitable, and compliant pay programs. This role partners closely with HR ...

Partner with Recruiting/PBPs to deliver consistent, competitive offer recommendations and serve as a compensation advisor throughout the candidate lifecycle. * Support global expansion efforts by ...

Compensation Supervisor

Irvine, CA · On-site

$136K - $170K/yr

In this role, you will serve as a senior compensation advisor and people leader, partnering closely with HR and business leaders on a wide range of compensation matters while also helping guide the ...

Compensation Supervisor

Irvine, CA · On-site

$136K - $170K/yr

In this role, you will serve as a senior compensation advisor and people leader, partnering closely with HR and business leaders on a wide range of compensation matters while also helping guide the ...

Establishes strong credibility with leadership as a trusted compensation advisor * Drives data-informed decisions and elevates the organization's understanding of compensation strategy * Enhances the ...

Director of Compensation

White Plains, NY · On-site

$129K - $177K/yr

Advise executive leadership on compensation trends, risks, opportunities, and workforce implications. * Lead annual compensation planning processes, including merit increases, promotions, market ...

Director, Compensation

Cary, NC · On-site

$115K - $158K/yr

Serve as a strategic compensation advisor to senior executives, HR leadership, and business leaders, providing consultative guidance on complex compensation matters, organizational design ...

Director of Compensation

Miami, FL · On-site

$119K - $163K/yr

Advise executive leadership on compensation trends, risks, opportunities, and workforce implications. * Lead annual compensation planning processes, including merit increases, promotions, market ...

Establishes strong credibility with leadership as a trusted compensation advisor * Drives data-informed decisions and elevates the organization's understanding of compensation strategy * Enhances the ...

Establishes strong credibility with leadership as a trusted compensation advisor * Drives data-informed decisions and elevates the organization's understanding of compensation strategy * Enhances the ...

Compensation Director

Charlotte, NC · Hybrid

$114K - $157K/yr

Business partnership and creative solutioning • Serve as a trusted compensation advisor to Finance, Operations, Sales/Commercial, Legal, Talent Management, People Business Partners, and Executive ...

Compensation Director

Charlotte, NC · Hybrid

$114K - $157K/yr

Business partnership and creative solutioning Serve as a trusted compensation advisor to Finance, Operations, Sales/Commercial, Legal, Talent Management, People Business Partners, and Executive ...

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How much do compensation advisor jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for compensation advisor in the United States is $98,377.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $106,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Compensation Advisor do?

A Compensation Advisor is a human resources professional who specializes in developing and managing employee compensation programs. Their responsibilities include analyzing salary data, ensuring pay equity, conducting market research, and advising on salary structures and benefits. They work closely with management to ensure the organization’s compensation policies are competitive and compliant with legal requirements. Compensation Advisors also provide guidance on job evaluations, promotions, and employee rewards to help attract and retain top talent.

How does a Compensation Advisor typically collaborate with HR and management teams?

A Compensation Advisor works closely with HR business partners and department managers to ensure that compensation strategies align with organizational goals. They often participate in job evaluations, salary benchmarking, and the development of pay structures by gathering input from various stakeholders. Regular meetings and open communication are essential, as Compensation Advisors provide guidance on salary offers, promotions, and market adjustments, supporting both recruitment and retention efforts. Their collaborative approach helps maintain internal equity and external competitiveness across the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Compensation Advisor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Compensation Advisor, you need a solid understanding of compensation principles, data analysis, and HR practices, often supported by a degree in human resources or business administration. Familiarity with HRIS systems, market pricing tools, and relevant certifications like Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help Compensation Advisors interpret data and consult with stakeholders. These skills ensure accurate, competitive compensation programs that attract and retain talent while maintaining organizational equity and compliance.
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What cities are hiring for Compensation Advisor jobs? Cities with the most Compensation Advisor job openings:
Infographic showing various Compensation Advisor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, 54% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 6% Temporary, and 28% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,377 per year, or $47.3 per hour.
Compensation Advisor

Compensation Advisor

Superbeo

Irwindale, CA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Compensation Advisor
Job Location: Irwindale, CA 91702
Job Duration: 3 Months
 
Job Responsibilities:
  • Develops, implements and administers compensation such as salaries, short- and long-term incentives, job evaluations, performance appraisals, salary increases and salary surveys
  • May provide services in Executive Compensation, Sales Compensation and other specialized areas of
  • compensation
  • May identify and incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into compensation program.
  • Applies mastery of in-depth knowledge in one job family or broader expertise in most areas of a job function.
  • May act as a project manager for one or more short to mid-term projects with responsibilities for results in terms of costs, methods, and outcomes.
  • Applies extensive technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines.
  • Challenges are atypical and require the regular use of ingenuity, creativity and resourcefulness.
  • Contributes to defining the direction for new processes, standards or operational plans based on business strategy with an impact on work group results.
  • Directs involvement in tasks necessary for project execution. Identifies problems and solutions.
  • Collaborates to establish project objectives, timelines, risks, milestones, deliverables and budgets.
  • Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other team members.
  • Exercises considerable latitude in determining deliverables. Completed work is reviewed for achievement of desired results.
  • As a project manager, resolves issues and ensures task completion by establishing priorities and resolving conflicts with team members.
  • Exercises judgment and discretion to advise and recommend courses of action, which have a moderate Corporate impact or moderate to major departmental or business unit impact. Authority to negotiate to resolve differences.
  • May make independent decisions when recommending appropriate scope and strategies.
  • Guides the successful completion of major programs, projects and objectives and may function in a project leadership role.
  • Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve major program/project objectives.
  • Support the development and strategic compensation initiatives for the company.
  • Provide a consultative approach and collaborate with other HR and business professionals by transferring knowledge, providing compensation expertise to create and solve people or business issues by providing compensation recommendations.
  • Develop and oversee compensation initiatives to direct the company towards the most efficient use of dollars for the biggest return in terms of business performance/strategy, retention, attraction and morale.
  • Analyze internal and external salary and wage data, and perform job evaluations and market pricing of internal positions including evaluating positions for internal equity and external competitiveness.
  • Provide creative OU solutions on a variety of total compensation issues. Partners with various levels of
  • management to assist in the administration of compensation programs. Support and participate in the creation and development of presentations for senior OU leadership teams.
  • Provide guidance and make recommendations for the assessment, development, and implementation of integrated compensation processes and OU-specific policies ensuring alignment with corporate policies and guidelines.
  • Analyze, develop, design, communicate and implement compensation programs including salary structures, annual salary and bonus review processes, pay equity, market pricing and job evaluations.
  • Participate in the annual salary review process, including budgeting, data analysis, and communication of salary adjustments to employees. In collaboration with the client team provide support for the the annual salary review process, including modeling, Company wide communications and collaborate with the Client team on OU specific timelines and communications.
  • A material job duty of all positions within the Company is ensuring the protection of all its physical, financial and cybersecurity assets, and properly accessing and managing private customer data, proprietary information, confidential medical records, and other types of highly sensitive information and data with the highest standards of conduct and integrity.
Organizational Competencies:
  • Leads with Vision
  • Advances Innovative Solutions
  • Makes Sound Decisions
  • Creates a Safety Culture
  • Communicates with Impact
  • Fosters an Inclusive Environment Drives for Results
  • Builds Organizational Capabilities
  • Focuses on Service Excellence
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Seven or more years of experience in compensation administration.