Compensation Analyst

Job Summary

The Compensation Analyst at Vail Resorts supports the administration, governance, and oversight of compensation programs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and market alignment. This role partners closely with Global Shared Services (GSS) and HR Technology to deliver scalable compensation processes using Workday and related tools.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $58,461.98 - $75,000.00
• Employment Type: Year Round
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: No

Job Responsibilities

• Provide compensation guidance, analysis, and decision support related to salary actions, job evaluations, job architecture, pay programs and policy interpretation.
• Serve as an escalation point for complex compensation cases and inquiries from GSS, applying sound judgment and ensuring consistent and equitable outcomes.
• Review and assess the quality, accuracy, and compliance of GSS compensation audits, including identifying trends and risk areas.
• Manage and support compensation tools and related processes to enable accurate and efficient compensation decisions.
• Own and maintain compensation knowledge articles, standard operating procedures, and reference documentation to support consistency and employee experience.
• Participate in salary surveys and market practice studies ensuring accuracy of data and benchmarking.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with wage and hour regulations including FLSA classification and related requirements, and promote the consistent and equitable application of compensation practices.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business, Finance, or Human Resources
• At least 2 years of years experience in compensation, HR analytics, financial analysis, or a related analytical role
• CCP preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in Excel
• Experience with HR systems or compensation tools (e.g. Workday) preferred
• Professional and clear written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of compensation practices and trends, and desire to advance in the field
• Strong analytical, project management and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects
• Team player with the ability to exercise diplomacy and good judgment
• Enjoys working independently in a fast-paced environment

Job Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Company Information

• Requisition ID: 514871
• Reference Date: 05/14/2026
• Job Code Function: Total Rewards