Sr Compensation Analyst

Loyola University Chicago

United States, Illinois, Chicago

Apr 30, 2025

Position Details

Job Title	SR COMPENSATION ANALYST
Position Number	8100179
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Chicago-Water Tower Campus
Department Name	HUMAN RESOURCES
Location Code	HUMAN RESOURCES:COMPENSATION (04600C)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Analysis: The Sr. Compensation Analyst will serve as the primary source for the identification of relevant market data and incumbent analyses for daily work as well as larger project efforts. As part of this function, the employee will evaluate and ensure salary survey submissions, receipt of data, and online storage of the University's survey library. Maintaining key scope measures and peer group listings will the responsibility of this role. Design: Under the oversight of the Manager of Compensation, this role will assist in program analysis and design proposals as well as presentations related to pay and rewards programs, and changes in pay programs from the implementation planning to formal rollouts. Projects: The Sr. Compensation Analyst plays a key role in process-related projects as well as program-related projects such as job architecture and ERP implementation. This includes assisting in project planning and implementation. As appropriate, this role may serve as the Lead over small to mid-size projects under the oversight of the Manager of Compensation. Education and Collaboration: This role is expected to serve as a key 'ambassador' for the HR/Compensation function within the University. Reinforces compensation education with HR peers and internal departmental managers on various compensation principles, methodologies and processes. Strong partnerships and collaboration are key in meeting this requirement. Administration: Ensures administration of compensation and staff rewards programs associated with daily analysis and annual initiatives such as the annual merit process, and cyclical market pricing of all staff roles.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Bachelor's Degree required. Minimum of 7 years of mid- complex levels of compensation analysis working in a consultative service model.
Qualifications	Minimum of 7 years of mid- complex levels of compensation analysis working in a consultative service model. Possesses in-depth knowledge of compensation practices specific to higher education, including familiarity with a wide range of academic and administrative roles. Bachelor's Degree required. Master's degree in business, Human Resources or related field desired. CCP or progress towards certification. Proficiency in MS Excel including pivot tables, v-lookups, and data sorting/filtering required. Advanced Excel skills including complex formulae, data validations, conditional formatting and creating dynamic dashboards required. Background including project participation, compensation administration, analysis and design. Experience in communicating compensation-related concepts, processes (verbal and written) should reflect attention to detail, clarity, and negotiation.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	CCP or progress towards certification.
Computer Skills	Proficiency in MS Excel including pivot tables, v-lookups, and data sorting/filtering required. Advanced Excel skills including complex formulae, data validations, conditional formatting and creating dynamic dashboards required.
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	Irregular Hours
Open Date	04/23/2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$100,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$90,000/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago	Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/32683