compensation Strategist

IAT Insurance Group has an immediate opening for a Compensation Strategist located in Alpharetta, GA, Naperville, Illinois, Rolling Meadows, Illinois or Raleigh, North Carolina

This role plays a key part in managing and enhancing the organization’s compensation programs. The individual will be responsible for administering and communicating compensation initiatives while providing subject matter expertise across multiple areas, including salary structure design and maintenance, base and variable pay administration, market survey participation, and job pricing. Additional responsibilities include conducting job analysis and evaluation, managing compensation systems, and delivering analytical insights to support strategic HR decisions.

The position also serves as a project lead for various compensation initiatives and is expected to research and apply best practices from the external market. Success in this role requires the ability to think strategically while effectively executing tactical responsibilities.

This role works a hybrid schedule Monday through Wednesday, with the option of working Thursday and Friday remotely.

Responsibilities:

• Participates in salary and benefit surveys and annually updates job specific market rates in accordance with the Company’s market pricing strategy. 
• Performs job evaluation and market pricing for new jobs and annually for existing jobs.
• Assists in the development of compensation budgets. Tracks employee compensation costs against pre-set budget.      
• Administers the annual Total Cash Compensation Planning program in conjunction with payroll to include system design and set-up and various management roll up reports used to allocate base salary increases as well as bonus and incentive compensation.
• Performs various compensation analyses to build compensation budgets, provide compensation, and determine internal and external pay equity.
• Partners with management, HR Stakeholders and others to develop and communicate compensation programs.
• Conducts appropriate employee training, to include Compensation Philosophy Training for managers and employees and any related systems training.
• Leads all system updates for employee Total Rewards Statements and communication.
• Oversees the Company recognition program.
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications:

Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of related experience or equivalent.

• Equivalent is defined as 12 years of relevant experience.
• Relevant experience includes the following:        
  • Compensation Program Design and Administration
  • Compensation Analysis
  • Job Evaluation/Market Pricing
  • Salary Structure Development and maintenance
  • Compensation Communication
  • Incentive Plan Design and administration
  • Project Management
  • Proficiency with HRIS systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to partner and collaborate with HR peers and business stakeholders.
• Advanced problem-solving skills required to research, analyze and troubleshoot data, process and workflow issues and the initiative to take action and bring issues to the forefront.
• To qualify, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require VISA sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment purposes.

Preferred to Have:

• Workday experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.

Compensation:

Please note, that the annual gross salary range associated with this posting is $72,560 – $157,950.  This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base salary for this position.  Actual salaries will vary based on factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, and geographical location related to this specific role.  The total compensation will include a base salary, performance-based bonus opportunities, 401(K) match, profit-sharing opportunities, and more. 

To view details of our full benefits, please visit https://www.iatinsurancegroup.com/careers/benefits

IAT Insurance Group is the largest private, family-owned property and casualty insurer in the U.S. Insurance Answers Together® is how we define IAT, in letter and in spirit. We work together to provide solutions for people and businesses. We collaborate internally and with our partners to provide the best possible insurance and surety options for our customers.

At IAT, we’re committed to driving and building an open and supportive culture for all. Our employees propel IAT forward – driving innovation, stable partnerships and growth. That’s why we continue to build an engaging workplace culture to attract and retain the best talent.

We offer comprehensive benefits like:

• 26 PTO Days (Entry Level) + 12 Company Holidays = 38 Paid Days Off
• 7% 401(k) Company Match and additional Profit Sharing
• Hybrid work environment
• Numerous training and development opportunities to assist you in furthering your career
• Healthcare and Wellness Programs
• Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses
• College Loan Assistance Support Plan
• Educational Assistance Program
• Mentorship Program
• Dress for Your Day Policy

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  We maintain a drug-free workplace and participate in E-Verify.