Associate Compensation Consultant

HRG Retained Search•Lexington, KY

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

Hanna Resource Group, a human resource consulting firm, is looking for a dedicated, detail-oriented Associate Compensation Consultant to join our team. The Associate Compensation Consultant provid es compensation guidance and strategic support to our small and mid-sized clients. This person must demonstrate strong business acumen and possess an entrepreneurial spirit with a genuine desire to deliver results proactively and consistently for our clients. The Consultant will report to the Director of Compensation and work directly with our clients in developing and executing customized compensation programs. HRG Consultants currently work remotely or onsite (at client sites) several days per week. HRG offers the opportunity to practice HR leadership in a flexible environment that values high quality HR practices, independence, and professional growth. HRG Consultants learn and develop through their work serving as HR leaders for our clients in differing industries and workplaces. Key Responsibilities: The Associate Compensation Consultant supports client organiz ations by assisting in the designing, analy zing, and imple menting of effective compensation programs. The ideal candidate is results-focused, accountable, motivated, and highly organized . The Consultant wil l supp ort/ assist the Director of Compensation in completing various tasks:

Requirements

This position requires a proactive, self-starter with strong analytical and conceptual skills.
The ideal can didate will possess strong leadership and communication abilities and be able to function and succeed in a variety of different environments.
Success in this role requires the ability to quickly shift between priorities, adapt to different client needs and communication styles, and take initiative in ambiguous or evol ving situations.
Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field (advanced HR degree is a plus)
2+ years of HR experience in human resources, preferably c ompensation, HR consulting, or total rewards preferred
Demonstrated initiative and ability to operate in a highly dynamic environment, managing multiple responsibilities, stakeholders, and competing priorities
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with clients
Must possess "consulting skills" and be viewed as professional and knowledgeable to our clients
Must work at a fast-pace and manage multiple accounts and priorities where timeliness, responsiveness, quality, and client satisfaction are key
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outloo k
Demonstrated excellence in previous HR or compensation role s

Nice To Haves

Professional HR Certification is strongly desired (PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP)
HR and business operations experience supporting small to mid-size organizations

Responsibilities

Manage relationships with up to 100 clients across various industries and company sizes, juggling competing priorities, timelines, and scopes of work while staying responsive and delivering strong, consistent service
Conduct compensation analyses including salary benchmarking, job evaluation, and market pricing
Design and implement base pay structures and salary ranges
Advise clients on compensation strategy aligned with business objectives
Perform pay equity analyses and provide recommendations to ensure fair and compliant compensation practices
Develop compensation policies, guidelines, and governance frameworks
Support annual compensation planning cycles
Interpret compensation survey data and provide actionable insights to clients
Present findings and recommendations to HR leaders and executive stakeholders
Develop content and provide training to HRG team members, clients, and the community regarding the current issues and newest developments in human resources