HarbourVest Partners
Compensation Associate, Human Resources
Boston
Sponsorship not specified$90k-$105kDetected 21 days ago
Data AnalysisData VisualizationExcelAuditingProcess ImprovementHRHRISCommunicationCritical ThinkingTime ManagementAdaptability
About the role
- As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.
- In our collegial environment that's marked by low turnover and high energy, you'll be inspired to grow and thrive.
Responsibilities
- Assist with all aspects of the compensation survey process, including matching routines and submissions with McLagan Partners/AON and ongoing configuration and maintenance within Workday.
- Maintain and improve compensation data, structures, reporting, process administration, and related program documentation.
- Assist with administration of long-term incentive programs, including participant and award data maintenance, calculations, reporting, and coordination with Finance, Legal, Payroll, and HR partners.
- Partner with global HR and Finance teams to ensure consistent execution of compensation programs and data processes.
- Partner with Recruiting, Finance and Managers to support market pricing, job offers, buyouts, and compensation analysis for new headcount requests throughout the year.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to analyze large data sets using pivot tables, lookups, if-statements, formulas, charts, and graphs
- Proven interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- High degree of discretion, trustworthiness, and integrity
- Experience with sensitive employee, compensation, or financial data
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and mathematical skills
- Workday and Power BI experience ideal
- Outstanding attention to detail with a zero-defect approach
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to apply compensation insights to support business decisions and reward outcomes aligned with performance and firm priorities.
- Interest in scalable reporting solutions and process improvement
- Education Preferred:
Nice to have
- Exceptionally diligent and analytical
- A demonstrated self-starter with a strong degree of adaptability
- Passionate about bringing to bear HR technology and data analytics
- Adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborative and possesses strong interpersonal communication skills
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A) or Bachelor of Science (B.S) degree or comparable experience
- Knowledge of compensation terms, standard calculations, foreign exchange currency conversion, and compensation-related laws and regulations (across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific preferred)
- 2-4 Years of experience in a compensation, recruiting, finance and/or HR analytics role preferred (Associate level)
Skills
- Job Description Summary
- HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.
- This position will be a hybrid work arrangement.
Compensation
- $90,000.00 - $105,000.00
- This USD base salary range represents only one component of total compensation for this role and is provided in accordance with local requirements.
- This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, which is determined based on individual and overall firm performance.
- In addition to salary and bonus, total compensation may include eligibility for long-term reward programs and a comprehensive total rewards package that may include retirement, health, insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs.
- Please note the posted ranges do not apply outside the U.S. and should not be converted to other currencies as a proxy for compensation in other countries.
- Support the planning, administration, and execution of annual compensation cycles, including salary review, bonus planning, and Workday Advanced Compensation processes.
Benefits
- Contribute to improvements in compensation analysis routines, including market assessment, pay equity reviews, and related reporting.
- Our total rewards offerings are influenced by several business factors, and eligibility for certain components will vary by position and geography.
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