Compensation Analyst Jobs in New Jersey

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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Employee Benefits Associate

  • Newark, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 2 days ago

FordHarrison, a national labor and employment firm, is seeking an employee benefits associate for its Berkeley Heights, New Jersey Office. The ideal candidate must have two to three years of...

Compensation Analyst

  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 3 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Compensation Analyst administers wage and salary administration and educates and trains management about compensation policies and programs while providing expert and accurate advice...

Procure to Pay Analyst

  • Whippany, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Join us as a Procure to Pay Analyst and play a pivotal role in delivering seamless procurement operations from start to finish. In this key position, you'll be responsible for end-to-end vendor...

Payroll Analyst

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Submit documents as needed to third party for tax, wage payments, and garnishments. Process off cycle Manual payments....

Compensation Analyst

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 11 days ago

About Your Role The Compensation Analyst performs various duties to help ensure current compensation practices are in line with the Bank's compensation philosophy....

Compensation Coordinator

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 11 days ago

At OceanFirst Bank, each one of our employees plays an important role in delivering value to our customers and executing daily tasks in accordance with our core values. We recognize that our...

Sr. HRIS Analyst (Hybrid)

  • Newton, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Newton, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Provides client support for all HR systems....

Sr. HRIS Analyst (Hybrid)

  • Branchville, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Branchville, NJ
  • 13 days ago

Provides client support for all HR systems....

Snapshot Synchronoss Technologies (Nasdaq: SNCR), a global leader in personal Cloud solutions, empowers service providers to establish secure and meaningful connections with their subscribers. Our...

Senior Compensation Analyst

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Experience with CompAnalyst (Salary.com) or similar compensation analysis platform. Experience working with a multinational company. CCP certification....

Payroll Analyst / Coordinator

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 19 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 19 days ago

Submit required documents to third-party providers for tax filings, wage payments, and garnishments. Process off-cycle and manual payroll payments as necessary....

Payroll Analyst

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 26 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 26 days ago

Coordinate with third parties for tax filings, wage payments, and garnishments. Process manual off-cycle payments when needed. Assist with Kronos time file issues and troubleshoot discrepancies....

Compensation Consultant

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 27 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 27 days ago

Company :** Highmark Health **Job Description :** **JOB SUMMARY** This job designs, develops, provides analysis, process recommendations and solutions, consultation and education on various...

HRIS Analyst

  • Iselin, NJ
  • 27 days ago
  • Iselin, NJ
  • 27 days ago

of HR system upgrades, patches, and integrations; provide Administrator Access support to all HR systems. + Ensure that system configurations and processes align with compliance requirements. + Exhibit...

Remote Work

Compensation Analyst

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

Compensation Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the design, analysis, implementation, and administration of compensation programs across the organization....

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Salary for Compensation Analyst Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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