Compensation & Benefits Advisor

Compensation & Benefits Advisor Location Join a leader in mining & metals organization offering outstanding personal development & global career opportunities Opportunity to develop skills and leverage your leadership through exposure to a variety of projects Collaborate with a team of seasoned professionals where people are encouraged to be proactive, curious while offering unique perspectives United States – California (Boron, CA, Santa Clarita, or Greater Los Angeles Area supported) For California based roles the expected annual salary range is $108,240 - $148,830 About the Role We are seeking a Compensation & Benefits Advisor to join our People team, reporting to the Total Rewards Manager.

This role supports the design, analysis, and administration of compensation and benefits programs across the U.S. workforce, while contributing to coordination of select international programs. You will help ensure programs are competitive, compliant, and aligned with business priorities, while delivering a strong employee experience.

Key Responsibilities Compensation Conduct job evaluations, market pricing, and benchmarking Support salary structure maintenance and annual merit review cycles Assist with administration of incentive programs Provide analysis and insights to support pay decisions Benefits Support administration of U.S. benefits programs (health, welfare, retirement, leave) Assist with open enrollment and employee communications Coordinate with brokers, vendors, and administrators Support compliance activities, including ERISA and ACA requirements Total Rewards & Operations Partner with HR and business leaders to provide guidance on compensation and benefits Support reporting, audits, and governance processes Contribute to process improvements and data integrity initiatives Assist with coordination of international benefits programs What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field 4–7+ years of experience in compensation, benefits, or total rewards Working knowledge of U.S. benefits and compensation practices Familiarity with ERISA, ACA, and compliance requirements Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capability Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to handle confidential information with discretion What We Offer Competitive salary and annual incentive eligibility Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits Generous paid time off and leave programs Career development opportunities Inclusive, safety-focused work environment Where you’ll be working Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science.

We supply approximately 25% of the world’s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.

About Rio Tinto Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards.

But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities. Respect and Inclusion Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.

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