Compensation Analyst - Remote

Overview

As a Compensation Analyst at Handshake, you will play a crucial role in shaping and optimizing our compensation philosophy and practices. Your work will directly impact how we attract, retain, and reward top talent. From ensuring data accuracy and equity compliance to implementing compensation cycles and building scalable programs, your contributions will drive fairness, transparency, and competitiveness in our total rewards strategy.

In Short

• Conduct job evaluations and market pricing using salary survey tools (e.g., Pave, Radford).
• Benchmark roles, build compensation ranges, and maintain salary structures.
• Support compensation cycles, including implementation, auditing, and data uploads in Pave and Workday.
• Partner with HRBPs and Talent Acquisition to guide compensation decisions for hires and promotions.
• Review job descriptions to ensure accurate leveling and titling.
• Run equity data audits (grants, approvals, vesting terms) and ensure alignment with Ashby and offer letters.
• Analyze compensation data and prepare reports, presentations, and metrics for leadership and compensation committees.
• Ensure compensation programs are compliant with laws (e.g., FLSA, pay equity).
• Define and analyze peer groups and new market datasets, and support range development with variance analysis.
• Contribute to the development of a compensation transparency roadmap.

Requirements

• Strong background in compensation analysis, market benchmarking, and salary structures.
• Proficiency with compensation survey platforms such as Pave and Radford.
• Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., Ashby, Workday) and experience running compensation cycles.
• Analytical skills with experience in data audits, variance analysis, and compensation metrics reporting.
• Experience partnering with HR, recruiting, and leadership on compensation strategies.
• Knowledge of relevant legal and compliance topics (FLSA, pay equity laws).
• Experience developing frameworks and models for merit, promotion, and bonus programs.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, especially with senior stakeholders.

Benefits

• 💰 Equity and ownership in a fast-growing company.
• 🍼 16 Weeks of paid parental leave for birth giving parents & 10 weeks of paid parental leave for non-birth giving parents.
• 💝 Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision policies including LGBTQ+ Coverage.
• 📚 Generous learning & development opportunities and an annual $2,000 stipend for you to grow your skills and career.
• 💰 Financial coaching through Origin to help you through your financial journey.
• 🛜 Monthly internet stipend and a brand new MacBook to allow you to do your best work.
• 🚃 Monthly commuter stipend for you to expense your travel to the office (for office-based employees).
• 🥗 Free lunch provided 3x a week across all offices.
• 🤝 Referral bonus to reward you when you bring great talent to Handshake.
• 🏦 401k Match: Handshake offers a dollar-for-dollar match on 1% of deferred salary, up to a maximum of $1,200 per year.
• 🏝 All full-time US-based Handshakers are eligible for our flexible time off policy to get out and see the world.
• 💻 Handshake offers $500 home office stipend for you to spend during your first 3 months to create a productive and comfortable workspace at home.
• 🍼 Family support: Parental leave coaching and support provided by Parentaly.
• 💰 Lifestyle Savings Account: We offer you an annual stipend of $500 to use for purchases such as fitness classes, gym memberships, work-from-home setup, and more.