Compensation Analyst Jobs in San Jose, CA

A Compensation Analyst in the human resources industry is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a company's compensation strategy. They conduct thorough analyses of salaries in the market and within the company to ensure competitive and fair compensation. They also evaluate job positions to determine classification and salary and collaborate with managers and HR partners to understand job requirements. The analyst ensures compliance with the company's regulations and federal laws.

Important skills for a Compensation Analyst include strong analytical skills, attention to detail, excellent communication, and knowledge of HR practices and principles. They should be proficient in data management and statistical analysis and have a solid understanding of job evaluation and job analysis systems. A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field is generally required, while certifications like Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) can be beneficial for career advancement. Prior roles that could lead to a Compensation Analyst position include HR Generalist, Compensation Specialist, or HR Analyst.

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Sr HRIS Analyst

  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities HRIS Management: Administer and maintain the HRIS and related systems, ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance with relevant regulations....

Staff Compensation Analyst

  • San Jose, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 6 days ago

Lumentum is seeking for a highly motivated Staff Compensation Analyst with a passion for data and analytics....

Financial and Faculty Compensation Analyst (Remote Opportunity)

  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Financial and Faculty Compensation Analyst (Remote Opportunity) School of Medicine, Redwood City, California, United States Schedule: Full-time Job Code: 4453 Employee Status: Regular Grade: J Requisition...

Remote Work

Senior HRIS Analyst

  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Support HR business processes such as bonus, merit, benefits and open enrollment, benefit integrations, new hire onboarding, etc....

Remote Work

Oracle Fusion Incentive Compensation Consultant

  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 days ago

Analyst for a mid-to-large sized organization; or, direct consulting experience Minimum of two (2) years of implementation experience of OIC solutions (i.e....

Qualifications Required Minimum of three (3) years' experience as a Business Analyst, Systems Consultant, or Compensation Analyst for a mid-to-large sized organization; or, direct consulting experience...

Senior Compensation Analyst

  • Los Altos, CA (14 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Los Altos, CA (14 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or SHRM-CP/PHR certification. Experience in total rewards strategy development. Knowledge of equity compensation (stock options, RSUs, ESPP plans)....

Sr HR Compensation Analyst / Program Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Prepare complex compensation analysis and reporting to identify trends and patterns to guide recommendations for plan changes and/or improvements....

Sr. Payroll Analyst (Temporary)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 25 days ago

The Senior Payroll Analyst will perform complex administrative and accounting duties necessary to prepare payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees in a multi-state environment and globally...

Sr Compensation Analyst / Program Manager

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Prepare complex compensation analysis and reporting to identify trends and patterns to guide recommendations for plan changes and/or improvements....

Staff Compensation Analyst

  • San Jose, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 27 days ago

Job Summary: Supermicro is looking for a Lead Compensation Analyst reporting to the VP, Global Human Resources....

Workers' Compensation Analyst University of California Santa Cruz

  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Workers' Compensation Analyst coordinates assigned segments of the University's workers' compensation program....

Compensation Analyst (Short-Term Employee)

  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Meta is seeking a Compensation Analyst with demonstrated analytical and operational experience to support the delivery of offers and the preparation of audits/reports related to new hire compensation...

Compensation Analyst

  • Cupertino, CA (11 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (11 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

This Compensation Analyst will partner closely People Business Partners to influence and provide guidance on Apples compensation programs....

Associate Compensation Analyst

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Stanford University Human Resources (UHR) is seeking an Associate Compensation Analyst who will directly support clients regarding compensation design, implementation, and administration and other compensation-related...

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Salary for Compensation Analyst Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Compensation Analyst positions.



Highest Education Level

Compensation Analysts in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.1%
Master's Degree
32.7%
Associate's Degree
6.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.5%
High School or GED
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
1.2%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Compensation Analysts in San Jose, CA
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%



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