Compensation & Benefits Advisor

Location: Boron

Compensation & Benefits Advisor Join a leader in mining & metals organization offering outstanding personal development & global career opportunities

Opportunity to develop skills and leverage your leadership through exposure to a variety of projects

Collaborate with a team of seasoned professionals where people are encouraged to be proactive, curious while offering unique perspectives

United States – California (Greater Los Angeles Area)
For California based roles the expected annual salary range is $108,240 - $148,830 About the Role We are seeking a Compensation & Benefits Advisor to join our People team, reporting to the Total Rewards Manager. This role supports the design, analysis, and administration of compensation and benefits programs across the U.S. workforce, while contributing to coordination of select international programs across the EMEA and APAC regions.

You will help ensure programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with business priorities, while delivering a strong employee experience.

Key Responsibilities Compensation
· Conduct job evaluations, market pricing, and benchmarking
· Support salary structure maintenance and annual merit review cycles
· Assist with administration of incentive programs
· Provide analysis and insights to support pay decisions Benefits
· Support administration of U.S. benefits programs (health, welfare, retirement, leave)
· Assist with open enrollment and employee communications
· Coordinate with brokers, vendors, and administrators
· Support compliance activities, including ERISA and ACA requirements

Total Rewards & Operations
· Partner with HR and business leaders to provide guidance on compensation and benefits
· Support reporting, audits, and governance processes
· Contribute to process improvements and data integrity initiatives
· Participate in coordination of international benefits programs

What You’ll Bring
· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Human Resources, or related field
· 4–7+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or total rewards
· Working knowledge of U.S.  compensation and benefits practices
· Familiarity with Pay Equity and Transparency, ERISA, ACA, and other compliance requirements
· Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capability
· Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
· Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
· Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

What We Offer
· Competitive salary and annual incentive eligibility
· Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits
· Generous paid time off and leave programs
· Career development opportunities
· Inclusive, safety-focused culture

Where you’ll be working

Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world’s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.About

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