Total Rewards Analytics Specialist

"Republic Bank believes in the development and advancement of our associates. We offer the opportunity to learn all aspects of the company to prepare for future advancement. Come join our team for a career, not just a job!"

Grade 12

About Republic Bank

Republic Bank's values are built upon making an IMPACT for our clients, our associates and the communities we serve. (IMPACT stands for Innovate for the Future, Make it Easy, Provide Exceptional Service, Acknowledge & Celebrate Success, Commit to Caring and Thrive Together) The associates of Republic Bank are the key to our success as an organization and we value our associates. It's one of the reasons we've been named as one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for ten years! For more information about the company, please visit www.republicbank.com.

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES
This role will support Republic Bank's Total Rewards strategy by delivering high quality analysis, modeling, and reporting across compensation and benefits programs. This role will combine data analytics skills with Total Rewards knowledge to generate insights that drive program design, workforce planning, and financial decision making. The role will also support the development of a broader people analytics function within Human Resources.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Minimum of 5 years of compensation, total rewards, or people analytics experience, preferably in financial services or a complex organization, required.
* Strong technical skills: PowerPoint (or other presentation tool), Excel (advanced), PowerBI / Tableau (or other data visualization tool), HRIS reporting tools required.
* Working knowledge of compensation fundamentals and regulatory considerations preferred.
* Demonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear insights for leaders.
* High attention to detail, analytical mindset, and strong problemsolving abilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Description - % of Time Spent

Compensation & Incentives - 40%
* Administer compensation programs and provide analytic support, including complex / large-scale internal equity, pay compression, market competitiveness, and cost modeling analysis.
* Collaborate with department management to manage the annual associate compensation review process.
* Support design and administration of short- and long-term variable pay plans, including modeling scenarios and calculating payouts.
* Participate in compensation surveys; manage benchmarking and market pricing processes.
* Manage job evaluation processes, including partnering with Talent Acquisition team to make recommendations on job offers.
* Prepare and present summary reports of job analysis and compensation analysis information.
* Develop and maintain job library, architecture, leveling, and pay ranges.

People / Total Rewards Analytics & Reporting - 40%
* Build dashboards, reports, and visualizations that provide meaningful workforce and financial insights.
* Analyze data related to turnover, hiring trends, headcount, DEI metrics, pay equity, pay competitiveness, benefits utilization, and workforce costs.
* Perform cost modeling and trend analysis to support benefits strategy decisions.
* Partner with HRIS and Finance to enhance data quality, automate reporting, and streamline processes.
* Collaborate with Finance on forecasting benefits expenses and compensation planning.
* Support development of a centralized people analytics framework, including governance and metric definitions.

Systems, Tools & Processes - 20%
* Leverage tools such as HRIS, Excel, Tableau / PowerBI, AI, and market pricing software to drive automation and insights.
* Evaluate and implement compensation systems and tools.
* Cross train and support benefits administration processes.
* Maintain data integrity and act as a subject matter expert on Total Rewards data.
* Maintain a working knowledge of compliance requirements affecting your position and area of responsibilities and actively learn new regulations and assist in the implementation, if required.
* Model and foster behaviors that support the Bank's values and corporate culture creating an atmosphere of trust, cooperation, accountability, and dedication to the organization.
* Willingly perform all other duties and projects as assigned.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
* Exceptional attention to detail and ability to transform analytical insights into digestible action plans.
* Strong analytical, critical thinking, and judgement skills in analyzing and responding to changes in process, people, and technology.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, business knowledge, and ability to work in fast paced, constantly changing environment.
* Exceptional time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks with competing deadlines.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive information with tact and discretion.
* Ability to work independently while also being able to work in a cross-cultural team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the associate is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to stand or walk. The associate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, and distance vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
* Travel between Republic Banking facilities may be required including occasional out of town travel.
* Flexible work schedule may include some evenings, weekends and/or overtime.
* Stay abreast of new developments, best practices, and statutory and regulatory changes.