Senior Compensation Analyst

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Locations: Scottsdale, AZ / Lansdowne, VA / Dallas, TX

In this role, you will report to the Director of Compensation & Benefits and play a key part in managing ADF’s compensation programs. You will serve as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, providing guidance on compensation strategies, policies, and practices. Your work will help ensure our programs are competitive, fair, and aligned with ADF s mission and goals.

• Provide consultative and administrative support for day-to-day compensation operations, serving as a subject matter expert for HR and business leaders.
• Prepare, review, and maintain accurate position descriptions and classifications by collaborating with HR Business Partners, Team Leaders, and Team Members.
• Benchmark positions using market surveys and intelligence to recommend competitive and equitable compensation ranges.
• Conduct ongoing evaluation and market pricing of positions to ensure internal equity, external competitiveness, and compliance with pay equity practices.
• Lead compensation processes such as annual merit cycles, pay equity analysis, promotions, and off-cycle adjustments.
• Design, analyze, and prepare compensation reports to align with overall HR strategy, including executive compensation research in compliance with applicable regulations.
• Support the design and implementation of pay structures, recognition programs, and variable pay, partnering with global HR teams to ensure effectiveness across regions.
• Research and analyze total compensation competitiveness—including salary, benefits, and time off—and recommend updates as needed.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and audit compensation and benefits information for accuracy and compliance.
• Stay current on compensation laws, regulations, and best practices, providing guidance to HR and management as needed.

• B.A./B.S. in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• 7+ years of progressive experience as a compensation analyst.
• Knowledge of compensation principles, programs, and practices with strong analytical, problem-solving, and reading comprehension skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze, report, and present data with advanced Excel proficiency and high attention to detail.
• Ability to establish priorities, organize workload, communicate effectively at all levels, and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP).
• Experience with online salary survey library management tools (e.g., Comp Analyst).
• Global compensation experience.

At Alliance Defending Freedom, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to support your well-being and growth. While we do not disclose specific salary ranges, our compensation is competitive with top non-profit law firms. Our benefits include 100% covered medical and dental insurance, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.

We prioritize work-life balance with paid time off and 12 paid holidays each year.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Human Resources

• Law Practice