Compensation And Benefits Jobs in California

Compensation And Benefits jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand across technology, entertainment, healthcare, and financial services companies at every level from entry-level analyst through senior director. The largest hiring concentrations are in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where employers like Salesforce, Disney, and Kaiser Permanente maintain substantial HR and total rewards functions. The most sought-after specialties include executive compensation, equity plan administration, and benefits compliance under California's distinct labor regulations. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles10
Top employerSpaceX
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring7
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryAerospace

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Superhuman
Employment, Executive Compensation & Benefits Counsel
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Employment, Executive Compensation & Benefits Counsel
Superhuman
San Francisco, California
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$211k - $317k/yr
Hybrid
2-10

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Kaweah Health
HR Compensation and Benefits Manager
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HR Compensation and Benefits Manager
Kaweah Health
Visalia, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$45.53 - $68.3/hr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Planned Parenthood
Benefits and Compensation Specialist - Los Angeles, CA
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Benefits and Compensation Specialist - Los Angeles, CA
Planned Parenthood
Los Angeles, California
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
$33 - $38.5/hr
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Alpha Hire Inc.
California Public-Agency Compensation and Benefits Specialist
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Alpha Hire Inc.
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California Public-Agency Compensation and Benefits Specialist
Alpha Hire Inc.
California
Communications
Marketing
Public Relations (PR)
Remote (US)

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Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
Director, Compensation & Benefits
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Director, Compensation & Benefits
Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation
Highland, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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Compensation And Benefits Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
3 jobs
Novato
1 job
Visalia
1 job
Highland
1 job
Hawthorne
1 job
San Diego
1 job
San Francisco
1 job

Compensation And Benefits Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

SpaceX
SpaceX1 open role
ICW
ICW1 open role
Superhuman
Superhuman1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Law & Legal Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in compensation and benefits jobs across California.

  • CCP or CBP certification from WorldatWork preferred or required by most California employers
  • Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field required
  • Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle HCM
  • Working knowledge of California-specific leave laws including CFRA, PDL, and SDI administration
  • Experience designing or administering equity compensation plans including RSUs and stock options
  • Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to model compensation structures in Excel or Tableau

Compensation And Benefits Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a compensation and benefits specialist in California?

Most compensation and benefits roles in California require a bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field, followed by demonstrated experience in total rewards or HR analytics. California does not issue a state license for this role, but the Certified Compensation Professional credential from WorldatWork is widely recognized by California employers as the professional standard. Many candidates also pursue the Certified Benefits Professional designation to strengthen their benefits administration qualifications.

How much do compensation and benefitses make in California?

Compensation and benefitses in California earn a median of about $166,730 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $105,840 for the lowest 10% to over $289,910 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire compensation and benefits specialists in California?

Employers hiring compensation and benefits specialists in California right now include SpaceX, ICW, and Superhuman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's concentration of technology headquarters, entertainment studios, and large integrated health systems means demand for total rewards expertise remains consistently high across the state.

Which California cities have the most compensation and benefits jobs?

The California cities with the most compensation and benefits openings are Los Angeles, California, and Novato. The Bay Area leads because of the density of technology and venture-backed companies competing on equity compensation, while Los Angeles draws demand from entertainment, media, and healthcare headquarters, and San Diego's strong biotech and defense sectors keep a steady base of openings active.

Are there remote compensation and benefits jobs in California?

Yes, and more than most HR disciplines. Because compensation and benefits work is primarily analytical and systems-based rather than on-site, it translates well to remote arrangements. About 67% of compensation and benefits openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which is above the average for HR roles overall. Equity compensation analysis, benefits vendor management, and compensation benchmarking tend to be the functions most commonly performed fully remotely.

How can I get hired as a compensation and benefits specialist in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a generalist HR coordinator or payroll analyst role at a large California employer, where exposure to benefits administration or compensation cycles is built into the job. Large California-based technology companies and health systems like Kaiser Permanente regularly hire HR associates into rotational programs that include total rewards rotations. Completing the WorldatWork coursework toward a CCP or CBP designation before you apply signals commitment to the specialty and helps candidates stand out without a dedicated prior title.

Where can I find and apply to compensation and benefits jobs in California?

You can find and apply to compensation and benefits jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to each one.

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