Compensation Business Partner - Senior Analyst

Guardian Life Insurance•New York, NY

5d•$82,770 - $135,975•Hybrid

About The Position

This role plays a critical part in designing, analyzing, and administering compensation programs that align with Guardian’s talent, performance, and business strategy. It requires deep compensation expertise, seasoned judgment, and the ability to independently solve complex problems while collaborating closely with HR, Finance, and business leaders. The individual will serve as a trusted advisor, providing insights that influence pay decisions, program design, and market competitiveness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
4–6+ years of progressive experience in compensation, rewards, HR analytics, or a related field
Strong working knowledge of base pay, incentive compensation, job architecture, market pricing, and pay governance
Experience applying compensation data, surveys, and analytics to support business decisions
Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with HR systems and compensation tools
Ability to explain complex or sensitive compensation topics to varied audiences
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship/support now or at any time in the future.

Responsibilities

Independently analyze and evaluate compensation programs, including base pay and incentive plans, ensuring internal equity, market competitiveness, and regulatory compliance.
Conduct job evaluations and market pricing using established methodologies and external survey data; provide data-driven recommendations.
Serve as a subject-matter resource to HR partners and leaders on compensation policies, guidelines, and pay decisions.
Solve complex compensation issues and recommend improvements by applying seasoned judgment and new perspectives.
Lead or contribute to cross-functional compensation projects impacting multiple business units.