Compensation Analyst, NA

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises.

Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Human Resources Department

The Human Resources (HR) team is responsible for managing the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment through retirement, collaborating closely with various departments such as New Site Development, Construction, Operations, Sales, Finance, Tech & Systems, and Legal to ensure a cohesive and supportive work environment.

Our HR team is distinguished by its proactive and strategic approach. Unlike in many organizations where HR functions are limited to administrative oversight, our HR professionals are empowered with the authority and responsibility to drive critical processes directly.

This includes talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, and organizational planning. By leveraging in-house expertise, our HR team can align long-term organizational sustainability with innovative HR practices and cost-effective strategies.

This alignment ensures that our workforce is engaged, motivated, and equipped to contribute to the company's success. Each member of our HR team plays a pivotal role in making high-impact decisions, resulting in a more dynamic and productive work environment.

Position Overview

This role can be based in any of our US locations : Denver, CO; Phoenix, AZ; Atlanta, GA; Ashburn, VA or US remote.

As the Compensation Analyst you will play a critical role in supporting Vantage’s comprehensive compensation strategy across North America.

Reporting to the Senior Director, Global Compensation, you will be responsible for supporting business objectives including attracting, retaining, and motivating a diverse workforce through compensation strategy and practices.

Essential Job Functions

Salary Survey Submissions & Market Analysis :

Submit salary survey data and conduct regular market analysis and benchmarking to ensure Vantage’s compensation practices remain competitive and aligned with industry trends across North America.

Research compensation structures, pay ranges, and incentive programs to ensure Vantage’s compensation strategy drives performance, recognizes top talent, and promotes equity.

Compensation Strategy & Analysis :

Complete salary benchmarking and compensation analysis for new site selection to ensure we have strong internal equity and are also market competitive.

Job Offers & Benchmarking :

Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to evaluate and propose job offers using benchmarking tools and internal parity data.

Annual Compensation Review Cycle :

Partner with Human Resources leaders and HRIS teams to support the annual compensation review cycle in Workday (annual merit and bonus awards).

Assist in the preparation of compensation reports, dashboards, and insights for HR and leadership teams during review cycles.

Compensation Philosophy & Training Materials :

Develop and provide materials to support employee and manager training on compensation philosophy and practices, fostering the pay-for-performance culture at Vantage.

Compliance & Executive Reporting :

Ensure that compensation programs comply with regional regulations, labor laws, and internal policies across multiple jurisdictions.

Assist in the preparation of executive-level reporting, including key compensation metrics, market trends, and analysis.

Additional Duties :

Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)

Experience :

3-5 years of experience in Compensation, Human Resources, Finance, or data analytics

Data Center experience is preferred, but not required.

Experience supporting a global organization is preferred, but not required.

Experience with Workday HCM, particularly experience with the Advanced Compensation module

Skills : .

Strong organizational and project management skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Knowledge of compensation fundamentals and terminology

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite including above-average Excel skills (PivotTables, lookup functions, financial modeling, scenario analysis, etc.)

Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Alignment with Vantage’s Core Values : Trust, Accountability, Respect, and Agility

Travel required is expected to be up to 10% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects;

reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

Salary Range : $80,000 - $90,000 Base + Bonus (this range is based on Colorado market data and may vary in other locations)

This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses.

We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package.

We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired;

such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.