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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Senior HRIS Analyst

  • Burlington, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview** Test **A Day In The Life** Test **Pay Range** $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 **Posting Number** R0011 **Location** New Jersey-Burlington **Address** 2006 Route 130 North **Zip Code**...

HRIS Analyst

  • Burlington, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview** Test **A Day In The Life** Test **Pay Range** $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 **Posting Number** R0010 **Location** New Jersey-Burlington **Address** 2006 Route 130 North **Zip Code**...

Senior Compensation Analyst - REMOTE

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

**Job Posting Title** Senior Compensation Analyst - REMOTE **Job Description** The Senior Compensation Analyst is responsible for supporting or leading the development, implementation, communication...

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Senior Sales Compensation Analyst

  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Description: The Sr. Analyst, Sales Compensation is a key member of the Commercial Operations team within the specialty pharmaceutical business unit. The responsibilities include ensuring accurate...

Payroll Analyst

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Payroll Analyst Location: Princeton, NJ 08543 | Hybrid (3 days onsite) Duration: 6 Months Pay Range: $30-$35.71/hr. Responsibilities: Manage and execute end-to-end payroll processing using UKG Pro...

Compensation Analyst

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

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

Payroll Analyst- US Business Process Solutions - Managed Payroll Services

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 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...

Procure to Pay Analyst

  • Whippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Purpose of the role To support business areas with day-to-day processing, reviewing, reporting, trading and issue resolution. Accountabilities Support various business areas with day-to-day...

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...

Hris Analyst

  • Middlesex, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Middlesex, NJ
  • 7 days ago

HR Systems AdministratorWorld Insurance Associates is a unique insurance organization offering top products and services from major providers, combined with attentive service from local...

Compensation Analyst

  • Fair Lawn, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Summary: The Compensation Analyst is responsible for supporting the administration of the Bank’s compensation programs....

Compensation Consultant, Per Diem

  • Paterson, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ
  • 8 days ago

The Compensation Consultant works closely with the Compensation Manager and Director of Total Rewards to advise on structure changes, and resolve complex compensation related issues....

HRIS Analyst, Workday

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 8 days ago

Department: Human Resources About Us: Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 18 offices in the United States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse...

Senior Payroll Analyst

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Job Details Accounting Senior Payroll Analyst Princeton, NJ Posted: 6/3/2025 Job Description Job ID#: 60649 Job Category: Accounting Position Type: Contract Duration: 4+ months Remaining...

Payroll Analyst

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Title : Payroll Analyst Location : FULLY REMOTE Pay :$35 - $40 an hour A global leading company is looking for an Payroll Analyst to join their team! This role includes a large range of duties...

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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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