Compensation Analyst Jobs in California

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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Senior Compensation Analyst

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Job Details: Senior Compensation Analyst 135-145K, Hybrid. Liberty Personnel is partnered with a TOP AM Law Firm seeking an Senior Compensation Analyst to join their team....

Senior Analyst, HRIS

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Compensation is only one part of our total rewards package....

Accounting/Payroll Analyst (33388), 40 hrs/wk - Business Department

  • Danville, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Danville, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Letter of Interest Resume Current Letter of Recommendation Requirements / Qualifications For more information about this position, go to the pdf file here

HRIS Analyst, Integrations & Security

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Figma is looking for a HRIS Analyst (Integrations + Security) to leverage your technical Workday skills to translate business needs to scalable and repeatable solutions. After 3 years on Workday...

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....

Payroll Analyst

  • Dublin, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Dublin, CA
  • 3 days ago

Build the future of the AI Data Cloud. Join the Snowflake team. Snowflake is rapidly growing and looking for an experienced, goal-oriented Payroll Analyst to join the Americas Payroll team. You...

Payroll Analyst

  • Valley Center, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Valley Center, CA
  • 4 days ago

About the Employer VCPUSD is a great place to live, learn and work. Welcome to our community. VCPUSD has a history of excellence, serving 4,000 students in grades PK - 12 in the beautiful rural...

Sr BRM Analyst -Compensation, Talent & Performance

  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • 4 days ago

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Sr. BRM Analyst to support Compensation, Talent & Performance for Workday Systems. This role involves managing and...

HRIS Analyst

  • Napa, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Napa, CA
  • 5 days ago

We offer a competitive total rewards package including a wide range of medical, dental, vision, financial, and other benefits....

Compensation Analyst

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 5 days ago

COMPENSATION ANALYST Based out of Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Compensation Analyst is responsible for providing strategic analysis and assisting with the design, implementation...

Staff Compensation Analyst

  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 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
  • 6 days ago
  • Stanford, 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...

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Payroll Analyst

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 6 days ago

At Vast, our mission is to contribute to a future where billions of people are living and thriving in space. We are building artificial gravity space stations, allowing long-term stays in space...

Payroll Analyst

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 6 days ago

Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company that serves the commercial and residential construction markets across North America. With a commitment...

Sales Compensation Analyst

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 days ago

., Certified Compensation Professional - CCP). Experience with incentive compensation design and administration in a sales or performance-driven environment....

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Salary for Compensation Analyst Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Compensation Analyst positions.



Highest Education Level

Compensation Analysts in California 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 California
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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