Sr. Total Rewards Analyst

Sr. Total Rewards Analyst

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Total Rewards Analyst at Penguin Solutions to join our HR this role you will be responsible for administering compensation and benefits policies and programs both domestically and internationally to support the organizations business initiatives and strategic goals. This role will serve as a key resource for both internal and external stakeholders to help resolve issues with a high level of customer service; execute project-based work throughout the calendar year including Open Enrollment and various internal audits; and ensure company compliance with federal and state laws governing both compensation and benefits practices.

Responsibilities

• Compensation:
  • Evaluate roles and pay recommendations using job content market data benchmarking internal guidelines and compensation policies.
  • Participate in compensation and benefits surveys and analyze market data to assess competitive positioning.
  • Support salary structure updates increase budgets and FLSA exemption reviews.
• Benefits Administration:
  • Serve as a benefits subject matter expert and support administration of health retirement wellness and other employee benefit plans.
  • Support in leading open enrollment employee communications and education to help employees understand and use available benefits.
  • Partner with vendors and internal teams to monitor service delivery program effectiveness and market competitiveness.
  • Gather and analyze benefits data for billing audits compliance testing filings committee meetings and benchmarking.
• Communication:
  • Respond to employee questions and help explain compensation and benefits programs.
  • Partner with HR and business leaders to support total rewards communications and program execution.
  • Contribute to projects that improve compensation benefits and total rewards programs.
• Data Analysis:
  • Use Excel reporting platforms and AI-enabled tools to streamline data preparation validate accuracy and analyze workforce and total rewards data for reporting benchmarking audits and business decisions.
  • Analyze trends identify issues and use data insights to support problem resolution process improvements and total rewards recommendations.
• Compliance:
  • Partners with internal and external resources to ensure timely filings audits and plan document updates according to applicable laws and regulations.
• Process Improvement:
  • Develop procedures guides and training materials to improve efficiency strengthen system knowledge and support consistent team and end-user adoption.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in total rewards compensation benefits or related HR functions.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize work meet deadlines and manage multiple deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data identify trends and summarize insights clearly.
• High attention to detail accuracy and sound judgment when working with sensitive employee data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel PowerPoint Copilot and other AI-enabled tools to improve analysis reporting and productivity.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certification such as SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP PHR/SPHR Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) or Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS).
• Experience managing global benefits plans in technology companies.
• Knowledge of 401(k) administration global total rewards and compliance is a plus.

Location

• This is a remote position in the United States with preference for someone hybrid in Durham NC.

Travel

• Not required

Compensation & Benefits

The base pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position is $90000 to $110000 the pay ultimately offered may vary based on business considerations including job-related knowledge skills experience and position is bonus-eligible and there are medical dental and vision benefits available.

Inclusion and Belonging Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces differences and fosters belonging for all.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly committed to all policies which will afford equal opportunity employment to all qualified persons without regard to age national origin race ethnicity creed gender disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.