Compensation Manager Jobs in Connecticut

A Compensation Manager in the human resources industry is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of a company's compensation strategy. They assess the organization's pay structure, analyze compensation data within the industry, ensure internal and legal pay equity, and design incentive and benefits programs to attract and retain top talent. Additionally, they monitor the effectiveness of these programs and make adjustments as needed. They also collaborate with HR and management to develop job descriptions and determine the appropriate compensation.

To become a successful Compensation Manager, one should possess strong analytical, communication, decision-making, and leadership skills. They should also have a sound understanding of HR practices and labor legislation. Professional certifications like Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are often preferred. Prior to becoming a Compensation Manager, an individual might have roles such as Compensation Analyst, HR Generalist, or HR Manager.

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Benefits Specialist

  • Trinity College
  • Hartford, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 5 days ago

Open Enrollment: Key player in the annual open enrollment process, including preparing communication, educating employees, and assisting with data management and reporting....

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Payroll / Benefits Specialist

  • Randstad
  • North Haven, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • North Haven, CT
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized Payroll & Benefits Specialist to manage full-cycle payroll processing and benefits administration for approximately 200 employees. In this role,...

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Compensation Manager

  • Photronics
  • Brookfield, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • Brookfield, CT
  • 8 days ago

Experience managing or supporting equity compensation administration and reporting within a publicly traded company environment preferred....

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Payroll and Benefits Specialist

  • HART United
  • North Haven, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • North Haven, CT
  • 11 days ago

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for supporting the full payroll cycle, administering employee benefits, and assisting with general accounting functions. This role ensures accurate...

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Account Manager Employee Benefits

  • CBIZ, Inc.
  • Hartford, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 13 days ago

needed Inputs data into appropriate software for vendors/carriers/clients within required timeframe Coordinate employee communications for enrollment Participate with new client set-up, renewals, and open...

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Payroll Manager

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Middletown, CT
  • 24 days ago
  • Middletown, CT
  • 24 days ago

a tr th, tr td tr th Payroll Manager Salary: $125,000 $140,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Why Join This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible role where you will build and lead a...

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Manager, Compensation Operations (Hybrid)

  • RTX
  • Farmington, CT
  • 26 days ago
  • Farmington, CT
  • 26 days ago

Manage operational components of annual compensation planning, including reporting, data validation, consolidation, and readiness activities in partnership with Total Rewards....

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Employee Benefits Account Manager, Select

  • USI Holdings
  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 27 days ago
  • Glastonbury, CT
  • 27 days ago

and Requirements General Description: Manage and retain a book of assigned small employee benefits accounts. Serve as clients day-to-day contact. Responsibilities: Service a high volume of...

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Payroll Manager

  • Hartford HealthCare
  • Farmington, CT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Farmington, CT
  • 30+ days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

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Payroll & Benefits Specialist

  • Barcelona Wine Bar
  • Westport, CT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Westport, CT
  • 90+ days ago

Manage benefits enrollment processes for new hires, qualifying life events, and annual open enrollment....

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Manager, Compensation

  • QXO
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 90+ days ago
  • Greenwich, CT
  • 90+ days ago

We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by...

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Salary for Compensation Manager Jobs in Connecticut

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 Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Compensation Managers in Connecticut offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.5%
Master's Degree
28.4%
Associate's Degree
8.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.2%
High School or GED
6.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
1.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Compensation Managers in Connecticut
4-6 years
57.1%
6-8 years
23.8%
8-10 years
14.3%
10+ years
4.8%



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