Compensation Analyst Jobs in South Pasadena, CA

A Compensation Analyst in the human resources industry is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a company's compensation strategy. They conduct thorough analyses of salaries in the market and within the company to ensure competitive and fair compensation. They also evaluate job positions to determine classification and salary and collaborate with managers and HR partners to understand job requirements. The analyst ensures compliance with the company's regulations and federal laws.

Important skills for a Compensation Analyst include strong analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication, and knowledge of HR practices and principles. They should be proficient in data management and statistical analysis and have a solid understanding of job evaluation and job analysis systems. A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field is generally required, while certifications like Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) can be beneficial for career advancement. Prior roles that could lead to a Compensation Analyst position include HR Generalist, Compensation Specialist, or HR Analyst.

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Payroll Analyst- US Business Process Solutions - Managed Payroll Services

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 1 day ago

accuracy of payroll data entry, validation, and reconciliations, working with data uploads, APIs and manual data entry Handle payroll-related deductions, including benefits, retirement contributions, and garnishments...

Human Resources - Workday HRIS Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is the leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements,...

US E - Payroll Analyst- US Business Process Solutions - Managed Payroll Services

  • Inglewood, CA (15 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Inglewood, CA (15 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 3 days ago

accuracy of payroll data entry, validation, and reconciliations, working with data uploads, APIs and manual data entry Handle payroll-related deductions, including benefits, retirement contributions, and garnishments...

IT Application Analyst - Compensation Management, Amazon

  • Culver City, CA (16 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Culver City, CA (16 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The Amazon Advertising Sales Incentive Compensation (SIC) team is seeking an experienced Incentive Compensation Management (ICM) tool administrator for advancing our use of Xactly Incent and its...

Senior Compensation Consultant Remote

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Senior Compensation Consultant *Remote* Providence Health & Services life insurance, parental leave, 401(k) United States, California, Los Angeles Jun 04, 2025 Description Senior Compensation...

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Senior Total Rewards Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Draft, revise, and oversee the management of policies, SOP's and guidelines for the Total Rewards Department....

HRIS Analyst II - Integrations

  • Diamond Bar, CA (21 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Diamond Bar, CA (21 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 10 days ago

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water. Consider applying here, if you...

Sr. HRIS Analyst (Workday HCM)

  • Rosemead, CA (5 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rosemead, CA (5 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Summary of Job Description: The Sr. HRIS Analyst (Workday HCM) is responsible for implementation of the Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) system, ensuring effective system administration,...

Sr. Academic Human Resources & Payroll Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Under the guidance of the Assistant Director of Academic & Staff Human Resources, the Senior Academic Analyst manages all personnel and payroll actions related to faculty and other academic...

Payroll Analyst

  • Monterey Park, CA (4 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Monterey Park, CA (4 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 12 days ago

We are seeking an experienced, dedicated, and reliable Machine Operator / Assembler to join our team in the San Gabriel Valley area. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience...

Payroll Analyst

  • Westchester, CA (17 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Westchester, CA (17 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 12 days ago

including data entry, timesheet review, reconciliation and payroll related record keeping Process payroll which includes new hires, terminations, benefit deductions, cash advances, separation pay, garnishments...

HRIS Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 12 days ago

About LegalZoom LegalZoom is on a mission to help people navigate the legal system with confidence and clarity. As a leader in online legal services for over 20 years, we combine technology,...

Sr. Academic Human Resources & Payroll Analyst University of California Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Position Summary Under the guidance of the Assistant Director of Academic & Staff Human Resources, the Senior Academic Analyst manages all personnel and payroll actions related to faculty and...

Compensation Analyst

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Training and development programs designed to help you advance your career in total rewards and HR strategy....

Workers' Compensation Analyst 1774 (Revised 5-08-25)

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from South Pasadena, CA)
  • 28 days ago

You may take the Workers' Compensation Analyst examination only once every 24 months under this bulletin....

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Salary for Compensation Analyst Jobs in South Pasadena, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Compensation Analyst positions.



Highest Education Level

Compensation Analysts in South Pasadena, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.2%
Master's Degree
32.9%
Associate's Degree
6.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.4%
High School or GED
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Compensation Analysts in South Pasadena, CA
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%



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