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Senior Analyst, Compensation

AT TransUnion
TransUnion

Senior Analyst, Compensation

Santa Ana, Costa Rica

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What We'll Bring:
The Compensation Senior Analyst will act as a key team member on the Global Compensation team and is responsible for supporting the analysis, administration, communication, and delivery of a variety of compensation programs, process and tools. The person in this role will be responsible for analyzing, auditing, offering light guidance, and monitoring associate compensation globally for TransUnion. This work includes support for job evaluation, pricing, job leveling, pricing, documenting practices and processes, pay education, running costing analysis and modeling, supporting global pay compliance strategy and administration, as well as assisting in the year-end process.

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At TransUnion, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver's seat of their professional development, while having access to help along the way. We encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. Regardless of job titles, our associates have the opportunity to learn new things and be a leader every day.

What You'll Bring:

The Senior Analyst, Global Compensation will support the global compensation team with their working knowledge while supporting, administering, documenting, developing, analyzing, and communicating compensation practices and procedures. This work will be under the general supervision of the Sr. Manager, Compensation Operations.
  • Administer compensation survey participation, vendor relationships, integration of external survey data, and export of company data
  • Creating moderately advanced analytics, while completing ad hoc compensation reports and audits from Workday system
  • Conducts routine and semi-advanced job evaluations in partnership with HRBPs to price new roles consistent with market benchmarks, pay philosophy, and internal equity
  • Assists with the annual pay program process that updates market benchmarks, drives annual increases, and supports bonus allocation and calculations
  • Answer basic and some advanced questions around pay recommendations, internal equity, job codes, job analysis and leveling, etc.
  • Support administration of the salary review processes and support bonus calculations as necessary
  • Monitor and documenting compensation programs, including but not limited to online market data;
  • Complete analysis for ad hock requests from HR or Business leaders that require compensation input, analytics, insights, etc.
  • Complete project work, including responsibility for the design, management and implementation of compensation initiatives related to equity, pay education, year-end, salary surveys, etc.
  • Support compensation equity goals to maintain compensation banding and structural alignment with organizational goals and market trends
  • Prepare and present compensation-related reports and insights to senior executives and stakeholders
  • Analyze and interpret compensation data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement
  • Consult and provide guidance to managers and leaders on compensation-related matters
  • Adapt and prioritize tasks effectively to meet shifting priorities and deadlines.
  • Maintain a high level of confidentiality, trustworthiness, and judgment in handling sensitive compensation information.
Impact You'll Make:

What's needed to succeed:
  • 2+ years of direct Compensation experience; other experience in data analysis, consulting, finance, HR, research are preferred
  • Advanced English skills
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Workday Compensation experience required
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables, modeling) , PowerPoint, and Word
  • Ability to analyze moderately difficult data proficient in MS Excel using pivots, v-lookups, etc.
  • Team player with skills to manage time, prioritize, and communicate effectively
  • Attention to details focusing on completeness and accuracy of information
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team, conduct research, cost analysis, formulate conclusions and present conclusions regarding business issues
  • Verbal, written and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
  • Reliable attendance and support are essential functions of the position
  • Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.

TransUnion Job Title

Sr Analyst, Compensation

Client-provided location(s): Lagunilla, Heredia, Costa Rica
Job ID: transunion-19032229
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
    • Company Equity
  • Professional Development

    • Leadership Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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