Sr. Compensation Analyst

Datavant is a data platform company and the world’s leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format.

Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the world’s leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care.

By joining Datavant today, you’re stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, we’re rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcare’s most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.

Job Summary

The Sr. Compensation Analyst plays a critical role in supporting the design, analysis, implementation, and administration of compensation programs across the organization. This role ensures internal equity, external competitiveness, and compliance with all applicable regulations. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with business acumen to provide insights and recommendations that support talent attraction, retention, and motivation.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze market data and internal compensation trends to support the development of salary structures, job evaluations, and pay decisions.
• Participate in compensation surveys and benchmark jobs across departments and geographies.
• Maintain and update compensation structures, pay ranges, and job classifications.
• Conduct job analysis and evaluations to ensure roles are properly leveled and aligned to compensation philosophy.
• Assist in the annual compensation review process (merit increases, bonus planning, equity grants).
• Collaborate with HRBPs and Talent Acquisition on compensation for offers and internal adjustments.
• Monitor compensation compliance with federal, state, and local laws (e.g., FLSA, pay transparency).
• Support the development of compensation policies, tools, and communication materials.
• Partner with Finance, Legal, and HR stakeholders on compensation-related projects and initiatives.
• Prepare reports and dashboards to monitor compensation trends and effectiveness.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in compensation analysis or a related HR/analytical role.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills (e.g., pivot tables, vlookups, modeling).
• Experience with GoogleSuite, particularly Google Sheets
• Experience with Power BI
• Familiarity with compensation concepts, job leveling, and market pricing.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and analytical thinking.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with compensation survey tools (e.g., Radford, Mercer, Willis Towers Watson).
• Proficiency with Oracle HCM.
• Experience supporting both salaried and hourly compensation programs.
• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or progress toward certification.
• Knowledge of equity compensation.
• Knowledge of global compensation.
• Experience with M&A

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

We are committed to building a diverse team of Datavanters who are all responsible for stewarding a high-performance culture in which all Datavanters belong and thrive. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. At Datavant our total rewards strategy powers a high-growth, high-performance, health technology company that rewards our employees for transforming health care through creating industry-defining data logistics products and services. The range posted is for a given job title, which can include multiple levels. Individual rates for the same job title may differ based on their level, responsibilities, skills, and experience for a specific job.

To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion. This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship. Datavant is committed to a work environment free from job discrimination. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. To learn more about our commitment, please review our EEO Commitment Statement here. Know Your Rights, explore the resources available through the EEOC for more information regarding your legal rights and protections. In addition, Datavant does not and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. At the end of this application, you will find a set of voluntary demographic questions. If you choose to respond, your answers will be anonymous and will help us identify areas for improvement in our recruitment process. (We can only see aggregate responses, not individual ones. In fact, we aren’t even able to see whether you’ve responded.) Responding is entirely optional and will not affect your application or hiring process in any way. Datavant is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need an accommodation while seeking employment, please contact us at [email protected]. We will review your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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