Total Rewards Analyst

Ag Growth•Naperville, IL

1d•$65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities. Reporting to the Director of Total Rewards, the Total Rewards Analyst will dedicate approximately 75% of their time to supporting the development, implementation, and administration of AGI’s global compensation programs, ensuring they are competitive, equitable, and aligned with the company’s compensation philosophy and business objectives. This role involves analyzing financial and compensation data, conducting market research, and contributing to the design and maintenance of salary structures. The remaining 25% of the role will involve supporting the Director of North America Benefits with administration, including assisting with benefits-related data analysis, compliance, and employee communications. This is an entry level analyst role which will also assist with survey participation, job evaluations and reporting on compensation-related matters.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, accounting/finance, business administration or a related field required.
1-3 years of professional work experience preferably in Total Rewards (compensation (preferred) and/or Benefits) or HR Analytics
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Willingness and ability to learn and adapt quickly to shifting priorities.
Attention to detail and accuracy is required.
Strong analytical, logic/reasoning and problem-solving skills are essential.
Innovative and solutions-oriented mindset
An understanding of general compensation principles, including job evaluation and market pricing.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 10% of the time.

Responsibilities

Assist with the development and implementation of global compensation programs (grade structure, job evaluation framework, short-term incentive plans, sales incentive plans, and long-term incentive plans)
Complete market benchmarking of jobs and participate in salary surveys.
Utilize market data and internal pay comparisons to provide recommendations aligned to AGI’s compensation philosophy.
Leverage the UKG compensation module to support annual compensation processes (short and long-term incentives, merit, salary budget planning)
Complete various compensation related data and process audits to ensure compliance with internal policies, data privacy, employment laws and regulations and best practices
Support the Director of Total Rewards in preparing proxy tables, executive compensation recommendations and materials to be used in committee meetings and a variety of other presentations.
Assist the Director of NA Benefits with the administration of employee benefits programs, including health, wellness, retirement, and leave plans.
Support benefits data analysis and reporting to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
Help respond to employee inquiries regarding benefits and facilitate benefits communications.
Participate in benefits-related audits and process improvements.