Compensation Analyst

Are you an Experienced Compensation Expert

Ready to lead innovative programs that drive recruitment, retention, and employee engagement Join SSP America as our next Compensation Analyst and play a pivotal role in shaping competitive pay structures and incentive programs that align with our company’s objectives!

• $90,000 - $110,000 / year
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Location: Ashburn, VA - Hybrid

What You’ll Do:

As a Compensation Analyst you will:

• Lead the development, implementation, and management of base pay, long- and short-term incentives, and other compensation programs.
• Evaluate jobs and develop standardized job descriptions, career pathing, and pay structures.
• Conduct market analysis to ensure competitive and equitable salary structures.
• Provide data-driven insights for benchmarking, pay equity, and trends analysis.
• Develop and communicate compensation budgets and provide guidance on pay decisions.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and stay updated on compensation-related regulations.
• Collaborate with leadership to align compensation strategies with business goals.

What We’re Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing compensation programs, designing salary structures, and implementing incentive plans.
• Strong understanding of US federal, state, and local compensation laws (Canadian expertise preferred).
• Advanced skills in job evaluation, market analysis, and job description development.
• Experience with compensation programs, survey data, and job architecture.
• Proven ability to interact with senior leadership and advise on strategic decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or similar designation.

Skills and Competencies:

• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong judgment, professionalism, and adaptability to meet business needs.

Why Join SSP America

• Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects with senior leadership.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model with limited travel requirements (<20% within the US and Canada).

Other Requirements:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Ability to pass and maintain a criminal background check and meet airport security requirements (TSA, FAA, Transport Canada, etc.).

Ready to take the next step in your career Apply now to join SSP America as a Compensation Analyst and make a lasting impact!

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation.