Compensation Specialist

at  Microsoft

The Compensation Lateral team is seeking a customer-oriented Compensation Specialist to join our team. We are looking for someone who is comfortable navigating the delicate balance between operating with agility and flexibility while honoring and upholding the intent of processes, policies, and guidelines. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor by weaving together data and insights in a manner that is easy to consume and digest to influence and enable HR partners to make well-informed decisions.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

COMPENSATION EDUCATION & CONSULTATION

• Provides answers to compensation questions of varying complexity (e.g., Tier III escalations) from internal partners (e.g., HR Business Partner [HRBP], Global Talent Acquisition). Makes recommendations on handling compensation-related queries.
• Provides information to internal partners on organizational compensation practices. Identifies situations where customized solutions (e.g., retention, competitive offers) or consulting may be necessary and escalate to next level team member.
• Contributes to the development of onboarding and training materials to educate employees and managers on compensation programs.

REQUIRED/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related field AND 2+ years experience in compensation, data analytics, human resources, finance, business, or related field
• OR Master’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related field AND 1+ year(s) experience in compensation, data analytics, human resources, finance, business, or related field
• OR equivalent experience.

ADDITIONAL OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field AND 4+ years experience in compensation, data analytics, human resources, finance, business, or related field
• OR Master’s Degree in Human Resources, Business, Data Analytics, Mathematics, or related field AND 2+ years experience in compensation, data analytics, human resources, finance, business, or related field
• OR equivalent experience.
• 1+ year(s) project management experience.
• 1+ year(s) compensation program design experience.
• Advanced in Microsoft Excel, high proficiency in Microsoft PowerBI
  Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations