Senior Compensation Analyst

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a local health system to identify a Senior Compensation Analyst. This role will serve as a key compensation subject-matter expert, partnering closely with HR, Finance, Payroll, and operational leadership to design and administer competitive, equitable, and compliant compensation programs. The Senior Compensation Analyst will play a critical role in supporting recruitment and retention efforts while ensuring compensation practices align with regulatory requirements and organizational strategy in a highly competitive healthcare labor market. Key Responsibilities: Lead market pricing, job evaluation, and pay structure maintenance for clinical and non-clinical roles Partner with HR Business Partners and leadership to resolve complex compensation matters related to recruitment, retention, equity, and compliance Conduct and interpret national and regional healthcare compensation surveys and benchmarking analyses Support annual and off-cycle compensation planning including merit, market adjustments, and incentive programs Ensure FLSA compliance and provide guidance on job classification decisions Support pay equity and transparency initiatives, including audits and remediation strategies Act as the primary liaison with Payroll and HRIS for compensation-related data, audits, and system updates Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and documentation for compensation processes Lead or support special projects related to compensation strategy, workforce planning, and system integrations Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field preferred 24 years of progressive compensation experience including market pricing, job architecture, FLSA analysis, and pay program administration Healthcare or multi-site, highly regulated industry experience strongly preferred Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation or progress toward certification preferred Strong analytical skills with experience interpreting complex workforce and market data Advanced Excel skills and experience with compensation survey tools and HRIS platforms such as Workday Knowledge of federal, state, and local compensation regulations including FLSA, ACA, and pay equity laws Excellent communication and consulting skills with the ability to influence leaders through data-driven insights

Created: 2026-03-13