Cssmerge Compensation Business Partner at Atoms supports business units and HRBP teams by delivering tailored compensation solutions and managing core compensation programs. Uses data and AI to automate workflows and provide strategic insights.
Responsibilities
This is a highly visible, strategic partner role supporting a defined client group of business units and their HRBP teams. You'll report to the Head of Compensation and operate with real autonomy - using data, judgment, and strong business partnership to deliver compensation solutions tailored to Atoms rather than defaulting to generic best practice.
This role suits someone who is mission driven, resilient, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Partner deeply with Business Unit leaders and HRBPs to understand their talent needs and organizational dynamics, translating those insights into compensation recommendations that support our organizational goals.
Support end-to-end planning and execution of core compensation programs (e.g. annual compensation cycles, promotion cycles).
Bring an AI-first mindset: help build and automate compensation workflows so the team spends more time on strategic problems and less on manual analysisSynthesize and analyze complex data from multiple sources to generate insights that accelerate decision-making.
Contribute to the team's data products - help identify and build products that provide real-time strategic insight
Respond to complex compensation inquiries with sound judgment and a data-driven approach
Partner with HRIS and Total Rewards Operations to ensure operational excellence and data integrity across systems (e.g., Workday)
Support cross-functional teams through organizational change and transformation
Share knowledge and best practice within the compensation team to strengthen compensation literacy across Atoms
Qualification
Strong knowledge of UHighly collaborative and curiousMaster's degree in Business AnalyticsSQL/Python/Tableau/ShareworksEquity managementExecutive compensationDeep understanding of Workday
Required
5–7 years of progressive experience in global compensation, total rewards, or human capital management consulting (7–10 years of total professional experience)
Strong knowledge of U.S. compensation regulations and compliance
Expert-level proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
Ability to translate data into clear insights and recommendations for HR partners, business leaders, and executives
Highly collaborative and curious, with the ability to partner, influence, and educate stakeholders across all levels of the organization
Demonstrated ability to navigate challenging conversations and competing perspectives while driving constructive outcomes
Preferred
Master's degree in Business Analytics, MBA, Economics, Human Resources Management, or equivalent work experience
CCP (Certified Compensation Professional)
Working knowledge of international compensation practices across global markets (we operate in 30+ countries)
