Senior Compensation Analyst

Plains Marketing - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

Oil and Gas Extraction

About the position

The Senior Compensation Analyst at Plains All American is responsible for developing and implementing compensation programs within the organization. This role involves conducting market analysis to research trends in the energy sector and providing recommendations for compensation initiatives. The analyst will also administer systems that support these programs and work closely with HR to ensure consistency in job specifications and compensation structures.

Responsibilities

• Participate in formal and informal compensation surveys and analyze data to determine market competitiveness.
• Research and assess market trends regarding variable pay program designs and targets.
• Assist in the preparation of annual compensation cycles related to merit and incentive programs.
• Work with HR Business Partners to develop job specifications ensuring consistency across compensation bands.
• Market price new jobs using salary surveys.
• Provide analytical support for ad hoc research and compensation projects as identified by leadership.
• Create reports to streamline and support compensation programs.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for internal controls.
• Advise management on compensation best practices and policy interpretation.
• Provide system administration for compensation programs, including job profiles and incentive targets.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with HRIS, particularly Workday/Advanced Compensation modules.
• Experience with Long Term Incentive Plans and related systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to meet deadlines with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects.
• Ability to work independently and in a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with a customer service focus.

Nice-to-haves

• Industry certifications preferred.
• Prior work experience in the energy sector is desired.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Hybrid work schedule
• Parking provided in downtown Houston office