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Compensation Management Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Senior Compensation Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

$134K - $188K/yr

As a strategic advisor and compensation expert, you will design, implement, and evolve the reward ... Excellent time management skills and ability to plan and set priorities * Excellent interpersonal ...

Senior Compensation Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

$134K - $188K/yr

As a strategic advisor and compensation expert, you will design, implement, and evolve the reward ... Excellent time management skills and ability to plan and set priorities * Excellent interpersonal ...

Manage participation in compensation surveys and maintain accurate job matching and market data. * Support annual merit, bonus, and equity planning cycles, including budgets, guidelines, tools ...

Total Rewards Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Deliver data-driven insights, dashboards, and actionable recommendations to support workforce planning, labor cost management, and leadership decision-making. * Translate complex compensation and ...

Director Provider Compensation

Aurora, CO · On-site

$175K - $280K/yr

Program Management & Implementation * Oversee ongoing administration of provider compensation plans, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant calculations and payments. * Drive modernization ...

Sales Compensation Analyst

Westminster, CO · On-site +1

$58K - $80K/yr

Experience with the end-to-end management of Sales Compensation Plan documents, policies, and internal processes in collaboration with cross-functional global teams. * Experience with the monthly ...

Experience with the end-to-end management of Sales Compensation Plan documents, policies, and internal processes in collaboration with cross-functional global teams. * Experience with the monthly ...

Experience managing global compensation programs. Background in sales compensation design and ... administration. Advanced hands-on experience with Workday. Logistics Location : Westminster, CO ...

Total Rewards Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Deliver data-driven insights, dashboards, and actionable recommendations to support workforce planning, labor cost management, and leadership decision-making. * Translate complex compensation and ...

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$120.6K

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How much do compensation management jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for compensation management in Colorado is $120,641.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,900.00 and $139,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What professions make $500,000 a year?

In compensation management, high earners often include executive-level professionals such as Chief Compensation Officers, HR Directors, and Compensation Consultants, especially those working in large corporations or specialized consulting firms. These roles typically require extensive experience, advanced certifications like CCP or SPHR, and strong negotiation and analytical skills. Salaries at this level are usually supplemented with bonuses, stock options, or profit-sharing arrangements.

What is the difference between Compensation Management vs Payroll Specialist?

AspectCompensation ManagementPayroll Specialist
Primary FocusDesigning and managing employee compensation strategies, including salary structures, bonuses, and benefitsProcessing employee wages, ensuring accurate payroll calculations, and compliance with tax laws
Required SkillsCompensation analysis, benefits administration, HR policiesPayroll processing, tax regulations, data entry
Work EnvironmentHR departments, compensation teams, strategic planningPayroll departments, accounting, HR support
CertificationsSPHR, CCP, PHRNone specific, often familiarity with payroll software and tax laws

While Compensation Management focuses on developing and overseeing employee pay structures and benefits, Payroll Specialists handle the day-to-day processing of employee wages and compliance. Both roles are essential in HR and finance departments but serve different functions within employee compensation and payroll operations.

What jobs make $1,000,000 a year?

In compensation management, high-earning roles such as Chief Compensation Officer or executive-level HR leaders can reach or exceed $1 million annually, especially in large corporations. These positions often require extensive experience, strategic skills, and sometimes performance-based bonuses or stock options. Most roles in this field do not typically reach this level, but top executives in compensation and benefits can earn such compensation packages.

What is the role of compensation management?

Compensation management involves designing and administering employee pay structures, including salaries, bonuses, and benefits, to attract, motivate, and retain talent. It requires understanding market trends, legal compliance, and organizational goals, often utilizing tools like compensation software and data analysis. Effective management ensures fair pay practices and supports overall business strategy.

What do compensation managers do?

Compensation managers develop and oversee salary structures, benefits, and incentive programs to ensure competitive and equitable pay practices. They analyze market data, ensure compliance with regulations, and collaborate with HR and finance teams to align compensation strategies with organizational goals.
Infographic showing various Compensation Management job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $120,641 per year, or $58 per hour.
Equity & Compensation Analyst

Equity & Compensation Analyst

Hunter Douglas

Broomfield, CO

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 27 days ago


Hunter Douglas rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.

We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours?

Position Overview

The Equity & Compensation Analyst is responsible for supporting global equity programs and executing compensation-related activities across the organization. This role focuses on the administration, tracking, and reporting of equity awards while ensuring compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and plan documents. The position partners closely with HR, Finance, Payroll, Legal, and external vendors to deliver accurate and timely equity administration and to support compensation initiatives such as annual grant and employe lifecycles. This role requires strong attention to detail, analytical capability, and the ability to manage data integrity across systems.

The analyst will also support a broad range of compensation activities, including job evaluations, offer management, compensation and bonus planning, severance administration, and other total rewards initiatives. Experience with equity administration platforms, such as J.P. Morgan, is a plus.

What you'll do

  • Administer day-to-day equity operations, including grants, vesting, exercises, cancellations, and reporting in accordance with plan rules and company policies.
  • Maintain accurate equity records and ensure data integrity across systems, including HRIS, payroll, and equity platforms.
  • Partner with Finance, Payroll, and Legal to ensure proper tax treatment, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance of equity transactions.
  • Support the administration of global equity plans, including employee communications, grant documentation, and audit readiness.
  • Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of equity-related reports for internal stakeholders, auditors, and external vendors.
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to equity awards, vesting schedules, and transactions.
  • Support compensation processes such as job evaluations, offer management, compensation and bonus planning, severance administration, and other total rewards initiatives
  • Analyze compensation and equity data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Partner with HR Business Partners and Total Rewards leadership to support compensation program execution and enhancements.
  • Assist in the development and documentation of compensation and equity processes, ensuring consistency and scalability.
  • Support system updates, testing, and process improvements related to equity and compensation tools.
  • Collaborate with external vendors (e.g., equity platform providers such as J.P. Morgan) to troubleshoot issues and optimize system functionality.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and data privacy standards.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across equity administration and compensation programs.

Who you are:

  • Bachelor’s Degree required (Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred).
  • 3+ years of experience in equity administration, compensation, or total rewards.
  • Hands-on experience supporting equity programs and/or compensation processes.
  • Experience with equity administration systems (J.P. Morgan platform experience preferred).
  • Exposure to global equity programs and multi-country considerations is a plus.
  • Experience working with HRIS systems and compensation tools.
  • Working knowledge of equity compensation programs, including stock options, RSUs, and related processes (granting, vesting, taxation).
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and ensure accuracy in reporting.
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive and confidential data with integrity.
  • Basic understanding of compensation principles, including benchmarking and job evaluation methodologies.
  • Familiarity with equity administration platforms (experience with J.P. Morgan platform is a strong plus).
  • Proficiency in Excel and data analysis (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, data reconciliation).
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
  • Effective communication skills, with the ability to explain equity and compensation concepts to employees and stakeholders.
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Payroll, Legal, and external vendors.
  • Self-starter with a proactive approach to process improvement and issue resolution.

What's in it for you?

  • Annual base salary range: $78,000.00-$106,000.00
  • Bonus target range: 10%-20%
  • Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
  • A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
  • Time off with pay 
  • 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness programs and product discounts

Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential.
Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

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