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Must be a US Person or Permanent Resident Hybrid, assignment reporting into the office infrequently from either Simi Valley, CA or Arlington, VA Duration: 6- to 12-month assignment with a strong possibility of being extended or transitioning to a direct hire. W2 with full benefits Offer contingent on ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screen Worker Type: Contractor Clearance Level: No Clearance
Must be a US Person or Permanent Resident Hybrid, assignment reporting into the office infrequently from either Simi Valley, CA or Arlington, VA Duration: 6- to 12-month assignment with a strong possibility of being extended or transitioning to a direct hire. W2 with full benefits Offer contingent on ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screen Worker Type: Contractor Clearance Level: No Clearance
Senior Compensation Analyst
The Senior Compensation Analyst will assist in the design, analysis, and execution of market-competitive, equitable compensation programs. This role will serve as a trusted expert and advisor – guiding data-driven decisions, shaping compensation frameworks, and partnering across the organization to align pay practices with business goals and market realities. The Senior Compensation Analyst will help develop new compensation policies and practices to support retention and employee engagement aligned with AV's overall strategy.
Support compensation strategy and program design
Develop and maintain robust salary structures, job levelling, and internal pay frameworks.
Assist with the design and implement policies for base pay, bonuses, long-term incentives, and promotions that balance equity, compliance, and market competitiveness.
Lead the annual compensation planning cycle for assigned business group.
Serve as an advisor for compensation-related decisions that impact hiring, retention, and workforce planning.
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Monitor industry trends and emerging compensation practices.
Provide insights and recommendations based on labor market data and business needs.
Ensure compliance and drive governance
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Partner and influence across the business
Lead job levelling processes for assigned business group.
Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and Leadership to guide compensation decisions.
Translate complex data into compelling stories and actionable recommendations.
Other duties as assigned.
Ability to sit, stand, stoop, reach, lift (up to 10 lbs.), bend, etc. Hand and wrist dexterity to utilize the computer.
May require travel to sites/program and special functions.
Environmental conditions critical to performance
Work is in an office environment, climate controlled through central air conditioning/heating.
May have some exposure to outside environment while traveling.
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required. Must be able to travel within the Continental U.S. and internationally when required.
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Full Time, Contract, Temporary
Senior · 5+ years experience
Hybrid
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