Compensation & Benefits Analyst

Gorbel•Usa, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Gorbel is seeking a Compensation and Benefits Analyst to administer, analyze, and support the company's compensation and benefits programs. This role ensures these programs are competitive, equitable, compliant, and aligned with business strategy. The analyst will partner with various internal departments and external vendors to support salary structures, incentive programs, benefits administration, and regulatory compliance across multiple U.S. locations and Canada. The company's mission is to improve people's lives, which guides all aspects of their operations and work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or analytical HR roles.
Strong analytical skills demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience working with HRIS platforms (Workday preferred).
Working knowledge of wage, hour, and employment-related compliance requirements.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing or multi-location organizations.
Exposure to U.S. and Canadian compensation or benefits practices.
WorldatWork (CCP) or other HR-related certifications (PHR/SHRM) a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage and administer compensation programs, including salary structures, job grading, merit increases, and incentive plans, ensuring internal equity, market competitiveness, and legal compliance.
Conduct job evaluations and market pricing using external benchmark data and internal equity analysis.
Partner with external compensation consultants and participate in third-party compensation surveys.
Prepare, maintain, and audit compensation structures, job grades, and salary ranges, recommending changes as needed.
Develop, update, and maintain accurate job descriptions, documenting duties, responsibilities, and required skills.
Determine and validate exempt/non-exempt classifications and appropriate pay ranges in compliance with wage and hour laws.
Partner with Recruiting, HR Business Partners, and hiring managers on new hire offers, promotions, and pay adjustments.
Lead execution and support of annual merit and variable compensation programs, including system configuration, audits, reporting, and analysis.
Prepare and present compensation analyses, summary reports, dashboards, and recommendations to leadership.
Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable compensation-related laws and regulations.
Counsel and advise managers and employees on compensation policies and practices.
Deliver education to the organization on Gorbel’s Compensation Philosophy and Practices.
Support the administration of health, welfare, retirement, and wellness programs.
Liaise with brokers and external vendors on benefit renewals, enrollments, audits, and employee communications.
Analyze benefits data to support cost management, plan effectiveness, and decision-making.
Assist with open enrollment planning, execution, and employee education initiatives.
Support compliance with benefits-related regulations and reporting requirements.
Maintain and manage compensation and benefits data within Workday.
Serve as a Compensation Admin and Benefits Admin resource.
Support HR audits, reporting, and documentation requirements.
Identify opportunities for standardization and continuous improvement within compensation and benefits processes.
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely, accurate data flow between HR, Payroll, Finance, and Recruiting.
Perform other duties as assigned.