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Senior Global Compensation Analyst - Portsmouth, NH

Albany International Corp., Portsmouth, NH, United States


About Albany International Albany International Corporation is a global advanced textiles and materials processing company. The company has two core businesses:

Albany Machine Clothing – the world’s leading producer of custom‑designed fabrics and belts essential to production in the paper, nonwovens, and other process industries.

Albany Engineered Composites – a rapidly growing supplier of highly engineered composite parts for the aerospace industry.

Albany is committed to creating a positive and engaging work environment where employees can thrive and grow. Join our dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Role Overview The Senior Global Compensation Analyst plays a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and maintaining compensation programs for an organization with an international footprint. The analyst ensures competitive, equitable, and compliant compensation strategies across all regions where Albany operates. Working closely with HR, finance, and business leaders, the analyst supports talent strategies, analyzes compensation data across multiple geographies, assesses market trends, and helps develop global compensation structures that attract, motivate, and retain top talent.

Key Responsibilities

Market Analysis and Benchmarking: Conduct comprehensive compensation surveys and market pricing analyses for jobs in various global locations. Benchmark against peer organizations and industry standards to assess market competitiveness.

Data Management: Collect, maintain, and analyze internal and external compensation data. Ensure the integrity and accuracy of compensation databases and tools.

Global Compensation Program Design: Assist with the design, implementation, and administration of global compensation programs, including base salary, incentives, bonuses, equity, and expatriate packages.

Compliance and Regulatory Support: Ensure compensation practices comply with regional laws and regulations, including tax implications, pay equity, and transparency requirements.

Job Evaluation and Classification: Perform job analysis and evaluation to support the creation and maintenance of global job architectures and leveling frameworks.

Compensation Planning and Budgeting: Partner with HR, finance, and business units to support annual compensation planning cycles, salary reviews, and the allocation of merit increases, bonuses, and other rewards.

Reporting and Analytics: Develop and deliver compensation reports, dashboards, and analytics to inform decision‑making and support executive leadership.

Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with Global HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and business leaders to address compensation‑related queries and ensure alignment with talent strategies.

Executive Compensation: Manage executive compensation programs, including salary, bonuses, and equity awards.

Board Support: Prepare and support Board of Directors and Compensation Committee meetings.

Continuous Improvement: Stay informed about trends, emerging practices, and new technologies in compensation and recommend process improvements.

Communication and Training: Prepare clear and concise communications and training materials to explain compensation policies, processes, and changes to HR teams and business partners globally.

Key Competencies and Personal Attributes

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze large data sets, identify trends, and draw actionable insights. Advanced proficiency in Excel and compensation analytics tools is expected.

Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and thoroughness with sensitive compensation data and confidential information.

Global Mindset: Deep understanding of cultural and regional compensation differences and ability to adapt to diverse business environments.

Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication, able to explain complex compensation concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.

Project Management: Experience managing or supporting multiple compensation projects, meeting deadlines, and driving results in a dynamic environment.

Collaboration: Ability to work effectively as a team member in a global, matrixed organization and build relationships across functions and geographies.

Problem‑Solving: Proactive in identifying issues, evaluating solutions, and implementing improvements within compensation programs.

Technological Proficiency: Familiarity with HRIS, compensation management systems, and data visualization tools.

Integrity and Discretion: Handles sensitive and confidential information with the highest ethical standards.

Curiosity and Initiative: Willingness to learn, adapt, and innovate in a fast‑changing global landscape.

Customer Orientation: Dedicated to delivering high‑quality service to internal stakeholders and partners.

Organizational Savvy: Comfortable navigating complex structures and working with stakeholders at all levels.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field required; Master’s degree or MBA preferred.

Professional certifications such as CCP or GRP highly desirable.

7+ years of compensation analysis experience, preferably with global or multinational organizations.

Experience managing compensation data and market analysis across regions (Americas, EMEA, APAC, etc.) and experience with a defense contractor is a strong advantage.

Remuneration & Benefits

Location: Portsmouth, New Hampshire (full‑time office). 9/80 schedule – Week 1: 9 hrs Mon‑Thu, 8 hrs Fri; Week 2: 9 hrs Mon‑Thu, Fri off.

Compensation: Structured to attract and retain the best candidate.

Note: Due to the restricted nature of the work, only US Citizens or permanent residents will be considered. No visas will be sponsored.

Travel

Up to 25% travel required.

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