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Total Rewards Analyst

Bertelsmann bertelsmann.com Open
Waltham Mid-level Compensation & Benefits

At a glance

Mid-level Compensation & Benefits role at Bertelsmann. Waltham · no salary stated · we estimate $79,319–$135,000 across the United States.

Estimated pay

Bertelsmann has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$79,319 – $135,000
What the middle half of mid-level compensation & benefits roles in the United States paid, among postings that did state a salary.
Worked out from 274 postings that stated pay, median $98,058. Last updated Oct 29, 2026.
RoleCompensation & Benefits
SeniorityMid-level
LocationWaltham
PostedSep 23, 2026
Role brief

hrroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Maintain salary bands and pay grades, and check compensation records for accuracy against internal processes
  • Run merit, bonus and salary-planning cycles by preparing data, checking results and tracking progress
  • Use survey and market data to price roles, then summarize findings and support pay equity reviews
  • Coordinate open enrollment, benefits renewals and employee questions, working with vendors to resolve enrollment issues
  • Prepare compensation and benefits reports, maintain HR records and support audits, compliance work and process improvements

What you bring

  • At least three years in compensation, benefits, HR operations or HR analytics, with total rewards exposure preferred
  • Hands-on HRIS and HR-data experience, with care for confidentiality
  • Working knowledge of compensation structures or benchmarking, and/or core benefits administration
  • Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables; lookup functions are preferred
  • Experience in a multi-state environment

Who this fits

This mid-level role suits someone who can balance detailed data work with day-to-day support for employees and HR partners. You’ll work across compensation and U.S. benefits administration, coordinating with Payroll, HRIS, HR Business Partners, Finance and vendors. A bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field is preferred, as is progress toward a relevant certification.

From the employer


Job Description


The Compensation & Benefits Analyst supports the administration and ongoing maintenance of the Company’s U.S. compensation and benefits programs. This role provides analytical support, data reporting, and day-to-day operational assistance across compensation and employee benefits activities. The position helps ensure programs are competitive, compliant, and delivered accurately to employees.

YOUR TASKS

  • Administer and maintain salary structures, pay evaluations, and pay grades, ensuring data accuracy and alignment with internal processes.
  • Manage annual compensation processes including merit increases, bonus administration, and salary planning cycles (data preparation, validation, reporting, and tracking).
  • Conduct market pricing and benchmarking using compensation surveys and available market data; summarize findings for review.
  • Support pay equity analyses by gathering data, preparing reports, and assisting with documentation.
  • Prepare standard compensation reports and dashboards to support internal decision-making.
  • Maintain accurate compensation data in HRIS and related systems; perform routine audits and data reconciliations.
  • Support day-to-day U.S. benefits administration, including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance, FSAs, voluntary benefits, leaves of absence, disability, and retirement plans.
  • Assist with annual benefits renewals and lead open enrollment activities, including vendor coordination, data support, employee communications, and enrollment tracking.
  • Respond to employee and HR partner questions on benefits programs and eligibility; escalate complex cases as needed.
  • Support eligibility and enrollment issue resolution by researching records, coordinating with vendors/carriers, and tracking outcomes.
  • Assist with leave of absence and disability administration by coordinating documentation and supporting employee inquiries in alignment with policy and regulatory requirements.
  • Help maintain benefits documentation, job aids, and employee-facing communications.
  • Support compliance activities for compensation and benefits programs (e.g., ERISA, ACA, COBRA, FMLA, pay transparency) through data gathering, documentation, and reporting support.
  • Assist with audits and internal reviews by compiling requested data, tracking responses, and maintaining records.
  • Perform routine data quality checks across compensation and benefits records; report discrepancies and support remediation.
  • Contribute to process improvements by documenting workflows, identifying recurring issues, and suggesting practical enhancements.
  • Partner with Payroll, HRIS, HR Business Partners, Finance, and external vendors to support accurate administration and timely issue resolution.
  • Communicate program information clearly and professionally to employees and internal partners.

Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
  • Progress toward relevant certification (e.g., CCP/CBP/CEBS) preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, HR operations, or HR analytics (total rewards exposure preferred).
  • Experience working with HRIS systems and handling HR data with confidentiality.
  • Experience in a multi-state environment.
  • Working knowledge of compensation fundamentals (job structures, benchmarking concepts, salary administration) and/or benefits administration basics.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (e.g., Pivot Tables; VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP preferred).
  • High attention to detail, strong organization skills, and the ability to manage routine deadlines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.

Additional Information


  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Pay.
  • 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
  • Paid Time Off, including paid holidays.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Voluntary benefits such as legal and financial assistance, pet insurance, and more.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Ongoing employee development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and training.
  • Commuter benefits.
  • Employee engagement activities.

Disclosure requirements pertaining to the collection of your personal data:


Responsible for processing the information provided in your application is the company specified in the job advertisement, with its registered office as indicated. The company processes your data for the purpose of establishing an employment relationship on the basis of Art. 6 (1) b GDPR / Section 26 (1) sentence 1 BDSG.

The retention period for your data is determined by the statutory time limits applicable in the respective country, beginning upon completion of the recruitment process. You can find these here.

You can contact the company’s Data Protection Officer at the above-mentioned postal address.

Further information on data protection and your rights can be found here.

We strive to be an equitable and inclusive workplace for our employees and value their diverse perspectives, which contribute to the diversity of our company. Therefore, we welcome applications from people who enrich our company with their identity, background and personal experience. We want to keep the application process as simple as possible for you: focus on a meaningful resume; we do not require an elaborate cover letter. Please know that we can only accept your application through our online application portal.

Learn more about our commitment to Equal Opportunity and Accommodation Information here.

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