Compensation Specialist

Datavant is the leading data collaboration platform in healthcare, on a mission to ensure the world's health data is secure, accessible, and actionable. We provide essential data solutions to a diverse range of organizations within the healthcare ecosystem, including providers, health plans, researchers, and life sciences companies. Our innovative work supports everything from fulfilling a patient's medical records request to advancing the AI revolution in healthcare. By becoming a part of the Datavant team, you will join a dedicated and collaborative group that is passionate about driving transformative change in healthcare. Role Summary: We are on the lookout for a strategic and detail-oriented Compensation Specialist to join our Total Rewards team. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Compensation, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and refining compensation programs that effectively attract, retain, and motivate top talent. We are seeking a candidate with a profound understanding of compensation structures, especially in job architecture and market analytics, along with a data-driven approach to support our business decisions. Your efforts will be visible across the organization as you collaborate closely with HR business partners, Finance, and various stakeholders and business leaders. Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and execution of compensation programs and projects, including planning, communication, and implementation. Oversee job evaluation processes and conduct market pricing analyses to ensure internal equity and external competitiveness across job families and levels. Provide expert guidance on complex compensation matters, partnering with HR and business leaders to create solutions that enhance talent attraction, engagement, and retention. Develop and maintain compensation tools, models, and dashboards to derive insights and facilitate informed decision-making. Analyze compensation data to produce clear, data-driven recommendations and guidance for HRBPs and business leaders. Support the evolution and maintenance of job architecture and leveling frameworks. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to compensation programs. Manage change and communication efforts regarding compensation policies and practices with managers, team members, and the People team. Collaborate with Compensation leadership to refine our compensation philosophy and programs. Conduct compensation benchmarking and market analysis to advise on salary ranges, pay practices, and equity guidelines. Administer and enhance job architecture and leveling guides in alignment with company strategy and growth. Support the design and effective administration of annual compensation cycles, including base pay, bonuses, and equity programs. Provide compensation consultation and analytical support to HRBPs and business leaders on job offers, promotions, and organizational changes. Maintain and improve compensation tools, dashboards, and models using advanced Excel and analytics tools. Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal compensation regulations and requirements. Partner with Finance and HR Systems teams to guarantee accurate budgeting, forecasting, and reporting of compensation costs. Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline compensation processes and enhance data quality. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in compensation, total rewards, or HR analytics. Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, nested formulas, data modeling). Strong analytical and quantitative skills to translate data and trends into actionable insights and recommendations. In-depth knowledge of compensation principles, salary structures, job leveling frameworks, and equity programs. Experience conducting and interpreting compensation surveys and market data. Proven ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment. Prior experience leading compensation initiatives through Mergers & Acquisitions. Familiarity with compensation and equity tools and platforms (e.g., Radford, Mercer). Desired Qualifications: Experience working in a private equity-backed company or high-growth environment. Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation or progress toward certification. Experience with Oracle HCM. Datavant is committed to building a diverse team that fosters a high-performance culture where all employees can thrive. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our total rewards strategy empowers a high-growth, high-performance health technology company that acknowledges and rewards our employees for their efforts in transforming healthcare through industry-defining data logistics products and services. The estimated total cash compensation for this role ranges from $135,000 to $160,000 USD. To promote safety, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof/completion of vaccinations. Requests for exemptions will be reviewed by our HR team on a case-by-case basis, with potential options available for disability, medical issues, or religious beliefs. This position is not eligible for employment sponsorship. 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Created: 2026-03-10