(This job came to me from Katie Cimpello of Burke - Steve)

 Compensation Analyst, Human Resources - Full time (32 hours per week) Cincinnati, Ohio

The Human Resources department at Burke is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive culture where all employees can thrive. We serve as consultative partners to our leaders and managers and our mission is to create a workplace where employees are heard, and everyone can maximize their potential.

We are seeking a Compensation Analyst to join our collaborative HR team. This position plays a key role in shaping competitive and equitable compensation programs, supporting business goals, and leading end-to-end coordination of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and related regulatory reporting. It is a hybrid work arrangement (in office 2 days per week) and based in Cincinnati, Ohio.
What You’ll Do:

Compensation Analysis & Administration

• Conduct market pricing, benchmarking, wage surveys, and internal equity analyses to support compensation decisions, job evaluations, and ongoing maintenance of pay structures.
• Lead the annual compensation process, including merit planning, budget support, and related analysis, reporting, and implementation.
• Analyze salary, budget, and workforce data; design and prepare standard and ad hoc compensation‑ and budget‑related reports to support decision‑making.
• Partner with managers and HR leadership to provide guidance on compensation practices, job changes, and pay decisions for their teams.

ESOP Coordination & Project Management

• Provide end-to-end coordination and project management for ESOP-related activities, including annual valuation cycles, allocations, distributions, and recurring plan processes.
• Coordinate ESOP data submissions, documentation, and participant communications; prepare internal summaries and project status updates.

Compliane Reporting & HRIS Analytics

• Prepare and support required regulatory filings and submissions (e.g., EEO-1, pay data reporting), including data validation and documentation.
• Develop and maintain standard and ad hoc compensation and workforce reports using the HRIS.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in compensation analysis or a related role.
• Strong analytical skills, including experience collecting, analyzing, presenting, and translating data into clear, meaningful insights.
• Working knowledge of compensation‑related laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, HRIS, and other data analysis tools.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting ESOPs, retirement plans, or other benefit-related programs.
• Experience with UKG system (HRIS) and compensation management software.
• Professional certification in compensation (e.g., CCP, GRP) or progress toward certification.

Burke is cultivating an inclusive culture that listens to and respects all people. We empower our employees and partners to be their authentic selves, creating a place where our people feel a true sense of belonging. In doing so, we collectively form a unique and compelling perspective for our clients, community, and ourselves. Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As part of our hiring process, Burke conducts a criminal background check on all potential employees. You may be asked to provide additional information for that purpose. (A conviction does not necessarily bar an applicant from employment.)

If interested in the role, please reach out to Katie Cimpello, SPHR – Talent Manager

Katie.Cimpello@Burke.com