EMC Insurance Companies

Compensation

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At EMC, we’re all about working together to make an impact. As part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that matters. We strive to be caring leaders, close partners, and responsive experts—always supporting each other to do our best work. Join us, and let’s improve lives together. ** This role collaborates heavily with Central Time teams. We’re open to U.S. applicants whose working hours are within one hour of Central Time.** Essentials Functions: Leads annual merit and off-cycle compensation processes, including data validation, testing and reporting. Supports full life cycle incentive and recognition programs. Proactively meets with leaders and HRBPs to understand workforce plans, talent needs, and financial constraints for assigned business units. Presents recommendations with clear trade‑offs, ROI, and risk/compliance considerations. Monitors outcomes and feedback; iterates programs and guidelines to improve fairness, competitiveness, and simplicity. Conducts market pricing and program prevalence analysis of base pay, incentive, recognition and other programs. Performs analysis and maintenance of salary structures and geographic pay zones. Designs and delivers compensation education for HRBPs, Talent Acquisition, and people leaders on compensation principles, program changes, and market trends. Develops and supports manager toolkits and communication materials for total rewards. Leads complex compensation projects, performs detailed analysis, and presents recommendations. Provides compensation consulting for assigned departments (director level and below). Leads the creation, revision, and governance of job descriptions to ensure strong job architecture. Guides job evaluations, communications evaluation outcomes, and provides recommendations on pay implications. Configures and maintains MarketPay and Workday compensation modules. Identifies opportunities for automation and process improvement. Ensures compliance with compensation laws, regulations, and internal controls, including FLSA exemption analysis and pay transparency requirements. Performs pay equity analysis as applicable. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent relevant work experience Five years of experience in compensation or related experience Experience in the insurance industry preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Excellent knowledge of compensation terminology, market pricing, and compensation compliance Strong knowledge of compensation management in HRIS, preferably Workday Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills Ability to elicit relevant information and make recommendations Advanced Excel skills; experience with MarketPay and Workday a plus Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Collaborative mindset with strong business acumen The hiring salary range for this position will vary based on geographic location, falling within either of the following: $78,726 - $108,771 or $87,008 - $119,646 A hiring range represents a subset of the full salary range. The actual salary will depend on several factors, including relevant education, skills, and experience of an applicant, geographic location, and business needs. For information relating to the benefits EMC Team Members receive as part of a comprehensive rewards package, please visit www.emcins.com/careers. Our employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination due to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, active military status, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All of our locations are tobacco free including in company vehicles. Why should you choose to apply for a position at EMC? We can give you plenty of reasons why EMC is a great place to work: More than 105 years of financial strength and stability Named a five-star insurance carrier by Insurance Business America Two-time recipient of the Best Practices Award of Excellence from the Independent Agents & Brokers of America Multiple locations recognized as Top Workplaces based solely on team member feedback Corporate culture that engages and empowers team members to achieve their best Outstanding benefits with life, medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Competitive paid time off plan and a full day of volunteer time off annually Financial incentives, including a 401(k) plan match, pension plan, OneEMC bonus plan and recognition and anniversary awards Professional development and growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement Wellness initiatives to improve team member well-being and reduce health insurance costs Flexibility to dress for your day and opportunities for alternative work arrangements EMC complies with labor law requirements. 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