Compensation Analyst Jobs in Pennsylvania

Compensation Analyst jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently active, with demand concentrated in healthcare systems, financial services, higher education, and large manufacturing and insurance firms, at levels from entry-level HR coordinator to senior total rewards manager. The busiest hiring metros are Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Harrisburg corridor, where major employers like Independence Blue Cross, UPMC, and SEI Investments maintain substantial compensation and total rewards teams. The most sought-after specialties in Pennsylvania are executive compensation, healthcare pay equity analysis, and incentive plan design. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles16
Top employerComcast
Top cityPhiladelphia, PA
Cities hiring12
Work type75% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Sr. Analyst, Compensation Insights & Analysis
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Sr. Analyst, Compensation Insights & Analysis
Comcast
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Data Analytics
Data Science
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Senior Analyst, Sales Compensation
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Senior Analyst, Sales Compensation
Comcast
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Revenue Operations & Enablement
Sales
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Sr. Analyst, Compensation
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Sr. Analyst, Compensation
Comcast
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Finance
10,000+

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Senior Compensation Analyst
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Senior Compensation Analyst
Penske Truck Leasing
Reading, Pennsylvania
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Compensation Analyst
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Compensation Analyst
Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Business Analysis
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$67k - $99k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Compensation Analyst Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Philadelphia
3 jobs
Allentown
2 jobs
Pittsburgh
2 jobs
Oxford
1 job
Hershey
1 job
Malvern
1 job
Reading
1 job
Carlisle
1 job
Landenberg
1 job

Compensation Analyst Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Comcast3 open roles
Ability Builders Consulting3 open roles
St. Luke's University Health Network2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in compensation analyst jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, finance, or a related field
  • Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) credential from WorldatWork preferred or required
  • Proficiency in compensation benchmarking tools such as Mercer, Willis Towers Watson, or Radford
  • Experience conducting job evaluations and maintaining salary structures in HRIS platforms
  • Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel or data visualization tool experience
  • Familiarity with Pennsylvania and federal wage and hour compliance requirements

Compensation Analyst Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a compensation analyst in Pennsylvania?

A bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or finance is the standard entry point for compensation analyst roles in Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license to work as a compensation analyst, but employers in the state strongly favor the Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) designation from WorldatWork. Candidates typically start in generalist HR or payroll roles and move into compensation through demonstrated analytical work and familiarity with benchmarking methodology.

How much do compensation analysts make in Pennsylvania?

Compensation analysts in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $70,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,400 for the lowest 10% to over $120,830 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire compensation analysts in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring compensation analysts in Pennsylvania right now include Comcast, Ability Builders Consulting, and St. Luke's University Health Network, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of large health systems, regional insurance carriers, and Fortune 500 corporate headquarters creates particularly steady demand for compensation professionals across the state.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most compensation analyst jobs?

Philadelphia, Allentown, and Pittsburgh have the most compensation analyst openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its dense concentration of health systems, financial services firms, and corporate headquarters, while Pittsburgh's strength in healthcare and technology drives demand there, and Harrisburg's large state government workforce and nearby insurance employers sustain openings in the capital region.

Are there remote compensation analyst jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, and more than most fields. Compensation analysis is a desk-based, data-driven role that translates well to remote or hybrid arrangements. About 75% of compensation analyst openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed this work has become since larger employers restructured their HR teams. Incentive plan modeling and benchmarking work are the tasks most consistently performed fully remotely.

How can I get hired as a compensation analyst in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an HR coordinator or payroll analyst role at a large Pennsylvania employer, then requesting a lateral move into the total rewards or compensation team. Major health systems like UPMC and Jefferson Health, as well as large insurers like The Hanover Insurance Group's Pennsylvania operations, regularly bring in HR generalists who later specialize. Pursuing the WorldatWork CCP coursework before or during that first role signals genuine commitment and gives candidates a clear edge over others without formal compensation experience.

Where can I find and apply to compensation analyst jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to compensation analyst jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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