Competitive Remuneration Jobs in Chicago, IL

Entry‑level Compensation Analyst: $70k–$90k. Mid‑level Manager: $110k–$140k. Senior Director: $160k–$190k. VP/Head of Compensation: $200k–$250k+.

Proficiency in advanced Excel (pivot tables, VBA), SQL for data extraction, Power BI/Tableau for visualization, knowledge of compensation data platforms (Salary.com, Payscale, Equilar). Certifications: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Global Compensation Professional (GCP), SHRM‑Certified Professional (SHRM‑CP).

Many Compensation Analyst and Strategy Lead positions offer full‑time remote or hybrid arrangements, especially in tech and consulting firms. On‑site roles are still common in large financial institutions that require direct collaboration with payroll teams.

Typical trajectory: Compensation Analyst → Compensation Manager → Compensation Director → Vice President of Compensation & Total Rewards → Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) or Head of People.

Shift toward variable‑pay models tied to ESG metrics, use of AI for predictive pay modeling, increasing emphasis on pay equity audits, and the adoption of unified data platforms like Workday Prism Analytics.