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Senior Compensation Specialist

Denver, Colorado, United States of America | Tampa, Florida, United States of America

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Compensation Specialist to join our Total Rewards team in Denver, CO or Tampa, FL. In the role, reporting to the Total Rewards Director, you will lead key components of the annual compensation cycle, provide expert guidance to HR and business leaders, and deliver advanced market and internal equity analyses of AtkinsRealis' compensation programs for the US and LATAM regions as well as for our Global Corporate Functions.

You will support M&A compensation integration efforts, contribute to pay equity analyses, and help evolve compensation practices through continuous improvement, market benchmarking, and regulatory awareness. This role is ideal for an experienced compensation professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys translating complex data into clear, actionable insights.

This is a hybrid position that requires at least 2 days a week to be on-site.

Your Role

  • Solve complex compensation issues by conducting advanced analyses and recommending solutions that ensure market competitiveness, internal equity, and alignment with organizational compensation philosophy.
  • Lead key components of the annual compensation cycle, including salary review, market pricing analyses, and short‑term incentive/bonus payout processes, ensuring accuracy, governance, and timely execution.
  • Serve as a senior advisor to HR Business Partners and internal stakeholders, providing expert guidance, insights, and data‑driven recommendations on compensation decisions and policy interpretation.
  • Support M&A compensation integration efforts, contributing to due diligence, harmonization of compensation programs, alignment of job levels and pay structures, and evaluation of incentive plan compatibility during acquisitions or divestitures.
  • Develop and deliver compensation communications, training sessions, and job aids to support HR teams and people leaders in understanding programs, processes, and tools.
  • Continuously improve compensation practices by challenging existing processes, monitoring emerging trends, benchmarking against best‑in‑class approaches, and staying informed of regulatory and market changes.
  • Participate in pay equity analysis, assisting with data reviews, methodology discussions, and recommended actions to promote fairness and compliance.
Corporate Human Resources

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-152758

Salary range

-

About You

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required.
  • Seven (7) or more years of progressive compensation experience, demonstrating increasing scope, complexity, and independence; M&A and global compensation experience preferred.
  • HR certification preferred (e.g., Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), PHR/SPHR), reflecting advanced technical proficiency in compensation practices.
  • Proven ability to independently apply compensation theory, principles, and market data to evaluate programs, job structures, and pay decisions with minimal oversight.
  • Strong quantitative, analytical, and critical‑thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and deliver clear, actionable insights to HR and business stakeholders.
  • Advanced Excel expertise (modeling, analysis, scenario testing) and proficiency in PowerPoint for executive‑ready presentations and decision support.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex priorities simultaneously in a fast‑paced, evolving environment while meeting deadlines and quality standards.
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical compensation concepts to non‑technical audiences.
  • Ability to work effectively both autonomously and collaboratively, serving as a trusted subject‑matter expert within a team‑driven environment.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRealis

We're, AtkinsRéalis a world class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $106,000 - $134,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis; no applications deadline applies.

AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsRéalis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.

Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:

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