Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Job description / Role

We are seeking a Compensation and Benefits Specialist who will be responsible for employee compensation structure, compensation databases, job descriptions, benchmark compensation, annual merit analysis, and employee benefits. This position will work with the HR team to ensure appropriate legal Company policy compliance. This position will also make recommendations to managers regarding job descriptions, salaries, and job classifications.

- The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 3-5 years' experience in compensation and general knowledge of employee benefits.
- Must have a solid understanding of compensation and benefits demonstrated through hands-on experience, and critical thinking skills to research complex issues.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, project management, and knowledge of labor law are critical for success in this position.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office with the ability to learn and develop proficiency with other software packages, minimum of intermediate level Excel skills.
- Must be an excellent communicator, both written and verbal.
- High level of integrity, ability to develop strong employee relationships, and desire to work in a team environment.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years experience in compensation
- General knowledge of employee benefits
- Ability to learn and to administer employee benefits and ancillary programs
- Ability to provide guidance and coordinate project/activity deadlines of self and others. Knowledgeable of all guidelines, laws, and regulations related to labor law, employment, benefits, etc.
- Demonstrate solid understanding of compensation and benefits processes and lifecycle through hands on experience
- Possess critical thinking skills with the ability to research complex issues, develop recommendations, and implement solutions
- Strong analytical skills
- Detail oriented
- Demonstrate strong independent judgment
- Proficient in Microsoft Office with the ability to learn and develop proficiency with other software packages. Minimum of intermediate level Excel skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong writing and editing abilities, outstanding presentation skills including the ability to communicate compassionately with individuals; speak professionally in public and in front of groups
- Possess high level of integrity, ability to develop strong employee relationships, and desire to work in a team environment

About the Company

GG Selection is a search partner with an international presence, clients in diverse industries, and a network of talent for all levels of seniority and experience. We’re not limited by industry or geography, and we treat every brief and every client like the individual case it is — never making assumptions or taking anything for granted, and always tailoring our service to the needs we discover.