Senior Compensation Consultant
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
30 August 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline:
27 November 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
As a Principal consultant you will lead delivery of large-scale projects coach team members and solve complex compensation addition you will support the business development process. This is a great opportunity to partner with senior management and HR leaders to develop and deliver compensation strategies that attract retain and motivate talent.
What you will do:
- Structure direct review and interpret analyses performed by project teams
- Develop compensation strategies philosophies and programs that address clients attraction and retention needs
- Provide consulting services to senior management on compensation issues including pay strategy (structure and competitiveness) job architecture design and digital activation of these designs
- Thrive and be motivated by an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools
- Manage day-to-day client interactions building and maintaining strong relationships
- Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members supporting their development and ensuring quality deliverables
- Generate revenue by developing new client relationships extending existing engagements and identifying cross-selling opportunities
What you need to have:
- Bachelors degree in Business Human Resources Finance or a related field
- Extensive (8) years of experience in compensation consulting or related HR advisory roles with demonstrated subject matter expertise
- Proven ability to manage multiple large-scale projects and complex client engagements
- Deep knowledge of compensation strategy compensation-related technology incentive plan design market analysis methodologies and regulatory compliance
- Strong client relationship management skills with experience advising senior executives
- Excellent communication presentation and leadership skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office especially Excel and PowerPoint
- Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to problem-solving and coaching
What makes you stand out:
- Experience leading engagements for global organizations with complex compensation challenges
- Demonstrated success in leading or supporting business development activities
- Advanced analytical skills and familiarity with compensation management tools survey management tools and AI-enabled compensation agents
- Demonstrated leadership in developing innovative solutions and thought leadership content
Why join:
- Professional development opportunities and supportive leadership to help you grow
- A vibrant inclusive culture where you can collaborate with talented colleagues
- A broad range of career opportunities and comprehensive benefits to support your well-being
- A flexible hybrid work model balancing remote work with in-office collaboration