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Sr Compensation Consultant

Aflac, Columbus, GA, United States


Job Summary Salary Range:

$95,000 - $115,000

Job Posting End Date:

4/20/26

Work Designation

If you live within 50 miles of the Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, this role will be hybrid. This means you will be expected to work in the office for at least 60% of the work week. You will work from your home (within the continental US) for the remaining portion of the work week. Details of this schedule will be discussed with your leadership.

If you live more than 50 miles from the Aflac offices located in Columbus, GA or Columbia, SC, this role will be remote. This means you will be expected to work from your home, within the continental US. If the role is remote, there may be occasions that you are requested to come to the office based on business need. Any requests to come to the office would be communicated with you in advance.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in a job‑related field.

8+ years of job‑related and/or compensation administration experience.

Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and data visualization tools.

Expert knowledge of compensation principles and practices, current state and federal regulations; working knowledge of related human resources areas.

Expert knowledge of procedures for conducting job analyses, job evaluations, and salary surveys.

Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret and synthesize complex data.

Attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and reporting.

Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal, to present findings and recommendations.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive compensation information with discretion.

Preferred Qualifications CCP designation.

Responsibilities

Evaluate the organization’s jobs, including senior leadership roles, documenting responsibilities and requirements in job descriptions; contribute organizational data to and analyze results of compensation surveys.

Conduct market analysis of company jobs to determine competitive positioning of the organization’s pay programs.

Participate in annual salary administration programs, including salary structure creation and maintenance, development of incentive or salary increase budgets, and administration of annual performance management and incentive programs.

Conduct complex salary surveys and benchmarking exercises to gather market data and evaluate compensation packages against market.

Analyze job responsibilities defined in job analysis questionnaires; research positions by conducting desk audits; analyze jobs and prepare job profiles and postings; apply job evaluation techniques to determine appropriate salary band and segment according to compensation guidelines for new and revised positions; maintain directories of job descriptions, postings, and evaluation files.

Act as subject‑matter expert in answering inquiries from employees, managers, senior leaders and HR partners regarding salary administration and performance management policies; solve problems effectively and communicate with all internal and external customers to ensure requests are handled efficiently.

Analyze compensation trends, internal pay equity, and employee performance to provide data‑driven recommendations for compensation adjustments and incentives.

Partner with division management to provide input and make recommendations regarding proposed changes to organizational structure; provide guidance and recommend on all compensation issues.

Participate in annual projects to refine and administer compensation and/or total rewards initiatives.

Analyze company compensation policies in relation to federal and state wage and hour regulations; advise management on appropriate actions and interpret local, state, and federal laws.

Use data visualization tools to present complex compensation data clearly and concisely to key stakeholders; assist in creating compensation communication materials and training programs to ensure employees understand the total rewards philosophy and their compensation packages.

Stay up‑to‑date with industry trends, best practices, and changes in compensation regulations to continuously enhance the program.

Serve as a point of contact on employee data requirements; enter employee changes into the HRIS system and ensure data accuracy.

Serve as a mentor and subject‑matter expert for junior team members.

Plan and implement compensation management process improvements within assigned business units; ensure alignment with business strategy and Aflac’s plan; assist the Compensation Manager in planning, developing, and installing compensation programs; lead compensation projects.

Assist in the creation and training of employees and leaders on compensation and total rewards initiatives.

Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits and Compensation Base salary range: $95,000 – $115,000. Salary range does not include potential incentive pay or benefits. Aflac offers medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage; health care and dependent care flexible spending; Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity supplemental policies at no cost to employees; a 401(k) plan; annual bonuses; and an opportunity to purchase company stock. Employees receive 11 paid holidays, up to 20 days PTO, and state‑mandated sick leave when eligible. Aflac complies with all applicable leave laws, including sick and safe leave, adoption, and parental leave.

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