Compensation Analyst

Piper Companies is seeking a Compensation Analyst to join a consulting team focused on compensation strategy, market benchmarking, and pay program administration. This role will support compensation design initiatives, conduct market and pay equity analyses, assist with job architecture development, and contribute to the successful execution of compensation projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work 2 days a week onsite in Greensboro, NC in a fast-paced, collaborative consulting environment.

Responsibilities of the Compensation Analyst include:

• Conduct market benchmarking using compensation survey platforms such as PayScale, Mercer MarketPay, Willis Towers Watson, and other industry resources.
• Assist in the design, evaluation, and maintenance of job architecture frameworks, salary structures, and pay ranges
• Review and analyze job descriptions to ensure alignment with organizational leveling frameworks and market benchmark positions.
• Administer and support the employee stock purchase plan and related compensation programs.
• Analyze market trends, compensation data, and pay equity metrics to develop recommendations and insights.
• Perform statistical analyses and complete salary survey submissions to support compensation planning and program design.
• Help ensure compliance with compensation-related regulations, including EEO, FLSA, and other applicable requirements.
• Prepare clear, concise reports, presentations, and data visualizations for internal stakeholders and client-facing engagements.

Qualifications for the Compensation Analyst include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Analytics, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in compensation, HR analytics, total rewards, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of compensation principles, including job evaluation, market benchmarking, salary structures, and pay equity.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical skills; experience with statistical analysis tools is a plus.
• Ability to evaluate job content and identify appropriate benchmark matches using compensation databases and public market data sources.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

Compensation for the Compensation Analyst includes:

• Salary Range: $60,000 – $80,000/year
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and applicable sick leave

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This job is open for applications on 8/18/2026 and will remain open for at least 30 days from the posting date