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Senior Compensation Specialist

Wheelprice · Schaumburg, IL · On-site

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About Wheelprice

Official wheels marketplace for enthusiasts. Backed by Techstars.

About the role

The Senior Total Rewards Analyst supports the design, administration, governance, and continuous improvement of compensation and rewards programs that attract, retain, and engage employees. The role provides market analysis, compliance support, data-driven insights, and consultative recommendations to ensure programs remain competitive, equitable, well-controlled, and aligned with business needs.

What they're looking for

  • Consultative influence, stakeholder partnership, and relationship building
  • Business acumen, compensation judgment, and total rewards expertise
  • Clear written and verbal communication, including the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations
  • Integrity, confidentiality, and ethical judgment
  • Analytical rigor, strategic thinking, and financial modeling skills
  • Data visualization, reporting, and continuous improvement mindset
More about this role

JOB OVERVIEW

The Senior Total Rewards Analyst supports the design, administration, governance, and continuous improvement of compensation and rewards programs that attract, retain, and engage employees. The role provides market analysis, compliance support, data-driven insights, and consultative recommendations to ensure programs remain competitive, equitable, well-controlled, and aligned with business needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Administers, analyzes, and recommends improvements to compensation and rewards programs to ensure practices remain competitive, equitable, well-controlled, and aligned with business objectives.
  • Supports the annual compensation cycle, including merit, bonus, and salary planning, by preparing budget models, planning tools, manager guidance, and related communications.
  • Supports the design, administration, and auditing of annual and sales incentive compensation plans.
  • Administers the Wheels Rewards recognition program, including platform and vendor management, budget tracking, award and badge issuance, participant support, and day-to-day program operations.
  • Analyzes recognition program participation, utilization, and spend, and...

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