Compensation Analyst

About the role

We are seeking a data-driven Compensation Analyst to manage the development, implementation, and administration of our compensation programs. This role is responsible for ensuring pay practices remain competitive, equitable, and compliant with statutory requirements. You will serve as a technical partner to leadership, translating market intelligence into actionable salary structures and organizational designs.

This position is hybrid (3 days per week in office) and is located in Austin, TX.

What will you be doing?

• Survey Management: Lead participation in global compensation surveys (e.g., Radford/Aon) to collect and synthesize competitive salary data.
• Competitive Positioning: Analyze market trends to evaluate the company's position and recommend data-backed adjustments to salary structures.
• Tool Optimization: Utilize Radford and Pave for benchmarking, real-time data management, and visualization.

• Job Audits: Partner with department heads to review job content and prepare accurate descriptions that reflect current business needs.
• Classification: Evaluate new and revised positions to determine appropriate salary grades and FLSA exemption status.
• Structure Strategy: Recommend job revisions and organizational design improvements to maintain internal equity and career path clarity.

• Salary Adjustments: Review proposed pay changes to ensure alignment with company guidelines, compensation philosophy, and fiscal goals.
• Regulatory Oversight: Monitor and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including DOL and Equal Pay acts; serve as the subject matter expert on risk mitigation.
• Problem Resolution: Act as a consultant to HR and business leaders to resolve complex compensation issues through technical analysis.

• Variable Pay Analysis: Perform studies and provide recommendations on incentive compensation, including annual bonus plans, sales commissions, and equity/LTI programs.
• Global Support: Support the administration of both domestic and international compensation programs.

What are we looking for?

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in Compensation, HR Analytics, or Total Rewards.
• Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel (data modeling, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) is required. Experience with Pave and Radford is strongly preferred.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of FLSA regulations and compensation theory (compa-ratios, market pricing, and salary banding).
• Communication: Ability to translate complex financial and data concepts into clear narratives for non-technical stakeholders and hiring managers.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field.

The Tech

• Radford
• Pave
• Excel (advanced proficiency)
• Working knowledge of G-suite applications
• Slack
• Zoom

What do we offer?

• We are a hybrid company. All team members at Auctane in Austin come into the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
• Take the reins of your time off with our Flex Time Off policy - because work-life balance should always be in your hands!
• We offer 12 paid holidays for all of our US employees!
• 401k employer matching program - because your future deserves a friendly boost!
• We conduct annual merit reviews to recognize and reward your hard work and achievements.
• Company events, we work hard, play hard! We do our best every day, even at our regular team-building events.
• Attractive office space in the heart of central Austin, Texas (free drinks, snacks...).
• Indulge in weekly catered lunches at our office - a delicious perk to fuel your work.
• Health and Wellness: The well-being of our team is super important to us. Choose from different options that include medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Fitness center in the office with Tonal Mirrors, Pelotons, free weights, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program. We offer up to 8 free mental health sessions.
• We offer gym discounts to help you stay fit and healthy!
• We offer education reimbursement to all employees, ensuring that you can pursue your educational goals while excelling in your career with us. Invest in your future and let us support your growth every step of the way.
• Employee Referral Program! We reward employees helping us find top talent!
• An inclusive, casual and upbeat work environment. The personality and opinions of each of our team members are important and valid; we aim to offer all employees a safe environment where they can be themselves and thrive.

Additional Position Duties: (The following is a list of what all employees, except those with medical accommodation, may be regularly required to do.)

• Sit for prolonged periods of time
• Utilize wrist and hands for a prolonged period of time
• Walk short distances
• Stand for short periods
• Speaking and conversing with others
• Lift up to 25lbs without assistance up to chest height

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