The Compensation Specialist keeps pay programs running smoothly - managing daily comp operations, ensuring accurate data, and supporting HR teams with consistent job architecture. You'll play a key role in annual compensation cycles and ensure union employees are aligned to the correct contractual pay structures.
This position is four days a week on-site in Wilton, CT, and one day work from home.
Client Details
Our client is a long-established, global company within the food industry. This position reports out of their Wilton, CT office four days a week with one day work from home.
The Compensation Specialist role is a high‑impact opportunity for someone who loves being at the center of fast‑moving HR operations. In this position, you'll be the go‑to partner for regional HR teams - managing daily workflow, ensuring spotless data integrity, reviewing job architecture, and keeping every compensation action moving smoothly. No two days look the same: you'll juggle system approvals, real‑time pay questions, and daily problem‑solving that keeps the organization running. If you thrive in a role where accuracy meets momentum, this is the perfect blend of structure, ownership, and collaboration.
You'll also play a key role in the company's annual and mid‑year compensation cycles, preparing data, auditing files, maintaining policies, and contributing to high‑visibility projects.
This is a standout role for someone who wants to build real expertise, own meaningful work, and make a visible impact inside a growing, dynamic organization.
This position is four days a week on-site in the Wilton, CT office.
Description
• Analyze compensation data to ensure market competitiveness and compliance with regulations.
• Develop and implement compensation strategies that align with business objectives.
• Collaborate with HR and management to evaluate and update pay structures and policies.
• Prepare reports and presentations on compensation trends and recommendations.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local compensation laws and regulations.
• Support the development of incentive programs and salary increase processes.
• Conduct job evaluations to determine appropriate salary levels for positions.
• Provide guidance and training to HR team members and managers on compensation-related matters.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
Profile
A successful Compensation Analyst should have:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and present data effectively.
• Knowledge of compensation practices, trends, and regulations in the Business Services industry.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools and systems, such as Excel and compensation management software.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work across teams and with stakeholders.
• A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Job Offer
• Competitive salary ranging from $95,000 to $110,000 USD.
• Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within Human Resources.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment within the Business Services industry.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Comp Analyst, we encourage you to apply today!
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.