Compensation Coordinator (Cornerstone)
Aldridge$70k-$90k / yr
About the role
Support company-wide compensation programs and administer Cornerstone and Payscale, including workflows, reports, dashboards, data loads, audits, and user support. You’ll help run bonus, merit, off-cycle adjustment, promotion, and pay analysis processes while maintaining pay grades, job families, and market data. This onsite role seeks a bachelor’s degree, advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills, and talent management or HRIS experience. Pay is $70,000 to $90,000, with possible bonus eligibility.
Aldridge is seeking an Compensation Coordinator to join our dynamic and energetic Talent Management team in Lake Forest, IL.
The Compensation Coordinator will be responsible for supporting company-wide compensation programs and Cornerstone system administration.
What You'll Do:
Assist with the execution of annual bonus, merit raise, and off-cycle compensation adjustment processes.
Support Payscale system administration by managing data loads, conducting regular audits, and keeping market benchmarking data current.
Gather compensation data and run standard reports to support pay analyses and decision-making.
Coordinate the promotion and level advancement process by compiling historical compensation data, routing requests through required approval workflows, and drafting announcement communications.
Assist in maintaining updated job descriptions, pay grades, and job family structures across the organization.
Support Cornerstone system administration by assisting with the setup, configuration, and maintenance of operational workflows, generating custom reports and dashboards, and delivering front-line end-user support and guidance.
Assist in implementing new Cornerstone functionality and features to drive ongoing process improvements.
Who You Are:
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Compensation, Human Resources, or related major
Strong numerical acumen and advanced Excel/Google Sheets proficiency
Experience working with talent management and HRIS systems (Cornerstone system preferred)
Strong attention to detail and consistent delivery of high-quality work
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
Exercises strong judgment in situations that are not routine
Proven track record of discretion and confidentiality
What we offer:
The annual base pay for this role is between $70,000.00 - 90,000.00. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work experience, education, training, transferable skills, business needs, and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Wellness Incentive Programs
Short and Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Legal Assistance
Identity Protection
Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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