Compensation Analyst (Contract)

Opportunity Overview

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Handshake is seeking experienced Compensation Analysts to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional full-time HR or Total Rewards role. You’ll use your real-world compensation and rewards experience to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand compensation analysis, methodologies, and professional HR language.

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This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity that can be done alongside your primary employment.

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Who This Is For

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This project is designed for professionals who are already working (or have recently worked) in roles such as:

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• Compensation Analyst or Senior Compensation Analyst
• Total Rewards or Rewards Analyst with a strong focus on compensation
• HR Analyst specializing in pay structures, benchmarking, or job evaluation
• Compensation Consultant in an in-house or advisory capacity

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This is not a traditional full-time role. You’ll apply once and, if qualified, be considered for part-time, project-based work as new projects become available.

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What You’ll Do

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This project involves using your professional experience as a Compensation Analyst to design job-related questions and review AI-generated responses for accuracy and relevance to real-world compensation analysis and rewards work.

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No prior AI or technical experience is required.

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Qualifications

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We’re looking for established professionals with:

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• 4+ years of professional experience in compensation analysis or closely related compensation-focused HR roles
• Hands-on experience conducting market pricing, supporting pay structures, and preparing compensation analyses or recommendations
• Strong written communication skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently and following written guidelines
• Professional judgment, reliability, and a high standard of discretion and confidentiality, especially with sensitive or proprietary information.

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Work Model and Project Details

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• Status: Independent contractor (not a full-time employee role)
• Location: Fully remote; work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection and access to a desktop or laptop computer
• Schedule: Flexible and asynchronous, with no minimum hour requirement. Many contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when assigned to an active project
• Duration: The Handshake AI program runs year-round, with projects opening periodically across different areas of expertise. Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available

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Work authorization information

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F-1 students who are eligible for CPT or OPT may be eligible for projects on Handshake AI. Work with your Designated School Official to determine your eligibility. If your school requires a CPT course, Handshake AI may not meet your school’s requirements. STEM OPT is not supported. For more information on what types of work authorizations are supported on Handshake AI.