Senior Compensation Specialist leading annual compensation cycles and providing expert guidance in compensation practices. Joining AtkinsRéalis' Total Rewards team in Denver or Tampa.
Responsibilities
Solve complex compensation issues by conducting advanced analyses and recommending solutions that ensure market competitiveness, internal equity, and alignment with organizational compensation philosophy
Lead key components of the annual compensation cycle, including salary review, market pricing analyses, and short‑term incentive/bonus payout processes, ensuring accuracy, governance, and timely execution
Serve as a senior advisor to HR Business Partners and internal stakeholders, providing expert guidance, insights, and data‑driven recommendations on compensation decisions and policy interpretation
Support M&A compensation integration efforts, contributing to due diligence, harmonization of compensation programs, alignment of job levels and pay structures, and evaluation of incentive plan compatibility during acquisitions or divestitures
Develop and deliver compensation communications, training sessions, and job aids to support HR teams and people leaders in understanding programs, processes, and tools
Continuously improve compensation practices by challenging existing processes, monitoring emerging trends, benchmarking against best‑in‑class approaches, and staying informed of regulatory and market changes
Participate in pay equity analysis, assisting with data reviews, methodology discussions, and recommended actions to promote fairness and compliance
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required
Seven (7) or more years of progressive compensation experience, demonstrating increasing scope, complexity, and independence; M&A and global compensation experience preferred
HR certification preferred (e.g., Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), PHR/SPHR), reflecting advanced technical proficiency in compensation practices
Proven ability to independently apply compensation theory, principles, and market data to evaluate programs, job structures, and pay decisions with minimal oversight
Strong quantitative, analytical, and critical‑thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and deliver clear, actionable insights to HR and business stakeholders
Advanced Excel expertise (modeling, analysis, scenario testing) and proficiency in PowerPoint for executive‑ready presentations and decision support
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced, evolving environment while meeting deadlines and quality standards
Excellent attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical compensation concepts to non‑technical audiences
Ability to work effectively both autonomously and collaboratively, serving as a trusted subject‑matter expert within a team‑driven environment.
Benefits
medical, dental, vision
company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
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