Senior Compensation Analyst

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.

With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.

At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.

 

The Senior Compensation Analyst will assist with overall administration of cash compensation programs for Fred Hutch, focusing on compensation analyses, consultation, administration and project/program planning of diverse compensation programs.

• Conduct ad hoc analysis of jobs, salaries and market trends to evaluate relative market value and internal equity for a variety of jobs and compensation programs; prepare and present data-driven recommendations to management to support informed decision making.
• Plan and administer base salary compensation programs; review salary adjustments for conformance to established guidelines, provide clear interpretation of and sound counsel on compensation policies and practices, maintain job and compensation program data, and effectively coordinate related processes with other internal staff and departments.
• Evaluate requests for new or revised FLSA, title, pay, and salary grade classifications by collecting and analyzing job descriptions, external data and internal comparisons to determine classifications that ensure market competitiveness, internal equity and legal compliance.
• Partner with various HR team members and Fred Hutch managers to develop compensation solutions and competitive salary offers. Address a wide variety of compensation issues through creative, data-supported approaches
• Participate in developing, maintaining and implementing policies and practices that promote an understandable and consistent framework for Fred Hutch compensation programs.
• Research, recommend and implement salary budgets and compensation structure adjustments considering market trends, internal and external economic factors and the organization’s strategic goals.
  Perform comprehensive assessments of market competitiveness across broad job groups or departments. Conduct benchmarking audits, develop analytical reports, perform follow up research as needed, and present recommendations and cost models for management consideration.
• Participate in planning, leading and administering annual pay increase programs for the organization from initial budget projection stages through execution of individual pay transactions and post-program assessments.
• Participate in the design, development/selection, implementation and maintenance of analytical tools.
• Respond to salary surveys and participate in salary survey steering committees; maintain and build relationships with peers at other institutions to foster support for commissioned surveys and best practices research.
• Assist with maintaining job descriptions to be used for a variety of purposes, including job pricing and the development of standards for cross-organizational positions.
• Act as technical lead by training and mentoring lower level staff, modeling professionalism and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and best practices.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of compensation analysis experience.
• Intermediate MS Excel skills.
• Familiarity with Word and HRIS.
• Knowledge of general compensation practices and related regulations.
• Demonstrated problem solving, analytical, consultative, project management and communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex data effectively.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse stakeholders to develop compensation solutions.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Compensation Professional
• Experience in healthcare, research or academic environments
• Experience using Workday, PeopleSoft and/or MarketPay
• Thorough understanding of the various compensation program, related policies and administrative processes at Fred Hutch

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A statement describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.

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The annual base salary range for this position is from $107,536 to $169,956, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.  

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months). 

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.