Lead, Total Rewards

REACH YOUR POTENTIAL | COLLABORATE WITH AMAZING PEOPLE | MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN

Do you have the skills, passion, and commitment to transform our clients for the better? Are you ready to be a changemaker? If so, join us. 
North Highland is the world’s leading change and transformation consultancy. Simply put, we make change happen like no one else and we’re on the hunt for a Lead Compensation Analyst in our Atlanta, Georgia office. 

HOW WILL YOU MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN?

The Compensation Analyst will support and collaborate with North Highland’s leadership to provide broad-based compensation & benefits knowledge and support through research, analysis, and ongoing administration of the Company’s total rewards program.  The position focuses on compensation programs (base pay, variable incentives, sales compensation, and equity programs) and benefits with the purpose of attracting, retaining, and rewarding our employees.
You’ll be working alongside other changemakers in our firm to elevate brand awareness and engagement through our owned social channels, integrated campaign support, and employee advocacy programs.

YOU WILL:

• Administer compensation policies and guidelines as well as provide training and support to the HR Team and business leaders.

• Administer annual compensation process.

• Administer bonus process for various incentive compensation plans including preparation of bonus statements.

• Collaborate with Business Development on administration of sales compensation plans.

• Lead promotions process including building recommendations based on market data and internal equity.

• Ensure data submitted for bonuses is accurate and approved by business units.

• Assist with salary grade structure audits (assess appropriate job titles, job codes, FLSA status, pay grade, incentive target, etc.)

• Analyze data and run reports as required to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness.

• Be able to identify trends/patterns in an analysis.  Provide solutions and recommendations based on findings.

• Participate in an annual compensation market study.  Use findings to update our salary ranges and update Workday.

• Participate and submit all salary surveys.

• Oversee UK Gender Pay Gap calculations, present findings to Executive team.

• Complete regular audits to ensure Workday reports are accurate.

• Assist with the creation and preparation of Total Reward Statements

• Functional knowledge of FMLA, STD, LTD and other leave programs 

• Support ACA reporting and research

• Assist with wellness administration, research, programming & promotions.

• Provide assistance with internal and external audits.

• Collaborate with Global HR team and external vendors to serve employees and resolve issues.

• Partner with Payroll teams across different countries to ensure data is properly uploaded in correct payroll system.

• Participate in compensation and benefit activities in compliance with company guidelines as well as all applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

• Participate in Workday testing and administration for compensation & benefits areas.

• Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

IDEALLY, WE’D LIKE:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, HR, or related area

• 5-6 years of experience administering HR programs including processing payments and benefits administration.

• Familiarity with federal and state regulations including FMLA, ERISA, FLSA

• Workday experience strongly preferred.

• MS Office products with advanced Excel experience, required.

• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and deadline driven.

• Demonstrated organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to complete assignments in a timely and accurate manner.

EXPECTATIONS:

Productivity – completes all work within the expected timeframe.

Accuracy of Work – completes all work in an accurate manner with few, if any, mistakes (especially with data).

Business Acumen – demonstrates capacity to operate role in line with the business needs, requirements, and changes.

Relationship Management – forms and maximizes relationships with business partners through effective and timely communication, responsiveness, knowledge share, and a solution-oriented approach.

Communication – provides clear messaging through emails, NH Weekly updates, power point presentations, etc. to inform and influence the business.

Cultural Awareness – demonstrates and utilizes an awareness of our culture and how data impacts, informs, and influences our culture.

TRANSFORMING CLIENTS. TRANSFORMING CAREERS.

Success—for both our clients and our colleagues—is all about putting people first and doing great things together. We believe that when we work as one team, we can take action today to build lasting capability for tomorrow.
We strive to have the most enviable culture on the planet, inspiring people to reach their full potential. Here’s how we make it happen:

Intentional, flexible growth. We never want you to settle. Leading your own growth and transformation is your prerogative—one which we’ll help you nurture and develop every step of the way. We’ll inspire you to learn, teach, and ultimately carve your own path. That means you grow, we grow, and so do our clients.

People-first, and then some. It goes without saying that people come first, but what comes next? Our people are always at the heart; your wellbeing and success is built on a collective understanding that every one of us can be a coach, a friend, and a fantastic listener—regardless of job title. We think of it as a celebration of individuality, difference, and diversity.

Make your own change happen. With us, your curiosity and creativity know no bounds. The reins are off. All we ask is that you have the courage to transform yourself and those around you—colleagues and clients alike. If you’ve got the drive to become a changemaker, we’ll do the rest.

READY TO MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN?

North Highland makes change happen, helping businesses transform by placing people at the heart of every decision. It’s how lasting progress is made. With our blend of workforce, customer, and operational expertise, we’re recognized as the world’s leading transformation consultancy. We broke new ground today, so tomorrow is easier to navigate. 

Founded in 1992, North Highland is regularly named one of the best places to work. We are a proud member of Cordence Worldwide, a global network of truly connected consultancy firms with the ability to think and deliver together.  
 
This means North Highland has more than 3,500 experts in 50+ offices around the globe on hand to partner with you.

Please note that applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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