Compensation and Benefits Analyst

CGI•Fairfax, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

CGI US is 14,000+ CGI Partners strong and growing. The Total Compensation team is seeking an experienced professional to join our team. Our ideal candidate would bring together advanced compensation and benefits experience, solid experience with Human Resources systems and tools, independent project management skills, and a desire to make a positive difference through continuous process improvement. Candidates proximate to a CGI office will be considered with a preference for Fairfax, VA. CGI utilizes a hybrid model and partners should be prepared to work in a local CGI office, as needed. Your future duties and responsibilities: . Leading and participating in cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders across the organization on Total Rewards projects within the US and in support of corporate initiatives. . Drafting and implementing training and communication strategies for HR, Recruiting, leaders and CGI Partners regarding benefits, open enrollment, plan changes, annual compensation cycles, and other total rewards projects. . Participating in mergers and acquisition projects: conducting due diligence research, providing compensation & benefits analysis and contributing to executive briefings; advising HR M&A team of potential risks; providing project management for the implementation of CGI's total rewards programs during the integration phase. . Assisting in the development and maintenance of competitive, cost-effective, and comprehensive benefits packages. Evaluating and adapting benefits policies based on industry trends, benchmarking, and organizational goals. . Helping manage vendor relationships, contracts, and performance with brokers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators and tracking benefits budgets, analyzing claims, and managing premium costs. . Ensuring legal compliance with relevant federal, state and local regulations; proactively researching legislative and market trends to formulate appropriate responses and ensuring organizational readiness. Ensuring timely and accurate responses to internal and external audits. Required qualifications to be successful in this role: . Bachelor's degree plus 5-8 years of experience in a professional Compensation and Benefits role or equivalent experience in lieu of education. International experience is a plus. . Strong project management and organizational skills. . Knowledge of compliance laws and regulations impacting compensation and benefits, with a keen ability to research and dive deep into compliance concerns. . Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills. . Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to deliver briefings with confidence and executive presence. . Track record for effectively and independently managing complex projects and influencing process improvement. . Responsive, client-focused mindset. . Ability to work to tight deadlines and flexibility to adapt to changing requirements. . Preference to work as an integral member of a virtual high performing team. . Self-motivated and collaborative; able to figure things out and get things done in ambiguous circumstances. CGI expects to accept applications through 4/30/2026. Other Information: CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $70,800.00 - $156,700.00. CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include: . Competitive compensation including profit participation program . Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits . Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance . Matching contributions through 401(k) plan, and CGI share purchase plan . Flexibility and paid accrued vacation leave, ranging from 10 to 20 days per year, based on job level, years of relevant prior experience, and years of service . 10 paid holidays per year . At least 80 consecutive hours of paid sick/safe leave (except where applicable state/local law requires more) . Paid parental leave, ranging from 20 to 70 consecutive business days based on circumstances of leave and applicable laws . Bereavement leave, ranging from 1 to 7 days per year based on relationship. . Paid jury duty leave, up to time summoned . Learning opportunities and tuition assistance . Wellness and Well-being programs For more detailed information about our benefits offerings visit Benefits | CGI Careers Please note that the benefits listed above are subject to change based on the specific terms and conditions of the contract being supported. Skills: Project Management What you can expect from us: Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. 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Requirements

Bachelor's degree plus 5-8 years of experience in a professional Compensation and Benefits role or equivalent experience in lieu of education.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Knowledge of compliance laws and regulations impacting compensation and benefits, with a keen ability to research and dive deep into compliance concerns.
Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to deliver briefings with confidence and executive presence.
Track record for effectively and independently managing complex projects and influencing process improvement.
Responsive, client-focused mindset.
Ability to work to tight deadlines and flexibility to adapt to changing requirements.
Preference to work as an integral member of a virtual high performing team.
Self-motivated and collaborative; able to figure things out and get things done in ambiguous circumstances.

Nice To Haves

International experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Leading and participating in cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders across the organization on Total Rewards projects within the US and in support of corporate initiatives.
Drafting and implementing training and communication strategies for HR, Recruiting, leaders and CGI Partners regarding benefits, open enrollment, plan changes, annual compensation cycles, and other total rewards projects.
Participating in mergers and acquisition projects: conducting due diligence research, providing compensation & benefits analysis and contributing to executive briefings; advising HR M&A team of potential risks; providing project management for the implementation of CGI's total rewards programs during the integration phase.
Assisting in the development and maintenance of competitive, cost-effective, and comprehensive benefits packages. Evaluating and adapting benefits policies based on industry trends, benchmarking, and organizational goals.
Helping manage vendor relationships, contracts, and performance with brokers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators and tracking benefits budgets, analyzing claims, and managing premium costs.
Ensuring legal compliance with relevant federal, state and local regulations; proactively researching legislative and market trends to formulate appropriate responses and ensuring organizational readiness. Ensuring timely and accurate responses to internal and external audits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation including profit participation program
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Matching contributions through 401(k) plan, and CGI share purchase plan
Flexibility and paid accrued vacation leave, ranging from 10 to 20 days per year, based on job level, years of relevant prior experience, and years of service
10 paid holidays per year
At least 80 consecutive hours of paid sick/safe leave (except where applicable state/local law requires more)
Paid parental leave, ranging from 20 to 70 consecutive business days based on circumstances of leave and applicable laws
Bereavement leave, ranging from 1 to 7 days per year based on relationship.
Paid jury duty leave, up to time summoned
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Wellness and Well-being programs