HR and Compensation Consultant
Cooper People Group
People & HR
Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Posted on Sep 6, 2025
Who We Are
Cooper People Group is a woman-owned and fast-growing firm whose purpose is to enrich the world of work. We are a team of seasoned HR leaders that are passionate about helping organizations across the Great Lakes and beyond to develop their HR strategy, structure, people and processes. We exist to lead and support organizations who have no HR, HR in transition, and HR with too much on their plate. We are driven to enrich the work of work because we believe that everyone deserves to do their best work with the best people and are guided by our three core values:
- People first
- Make work fun
- Here's how we can
We would love to have you join us as a part-time HR & Compensation Consultant!
What You'll Do
We are looking for an experienced HR and Compensation guru that loves all things compensation, human capital, employee experience, and who understands small business. This role will ramp up to an average of 30 hours per week (but could be more or less) with a main focus in both strategic and transactional HR management with a heavier focus on compensation. You may be involved in projects that include the following:
- Revamping or creating a total rewards program
- Creating compensation plans, policies, philosophies and structures including pay bands/grades, career paths, administrative guidelines and more!
- Conducting market rate benchmarking assessments and pay equity audits
- Designing and implementing a sales incentive or employee bonus plan
- Coaching a client on navigating a sticky employee relations process
- Crafting culture guidebooks and employee handbooks
- Conducting HR effectiveness assessments
- Facilitating organizational design or succession planning workshops
- Supporting a client through a merger or acquisition
- Training leaders on effective performance management tactics
What You'll Bring
- 7-10 years of experience as an HR Manager or HR Business Partner in a small to mid-sized company, with a focus and experience in compensation.
- Knowledge of general employment laws, regulations, policies, procedures, etc.
- HRCI or SHRM certification with broad-based HR generalist and strong compensation experience with CCP designation strongly preferred.
- We are looking for experienced and forward-thinking leaders who know compensation, culture, compliance, and everything in between.
- Fluent in English (speaking & writing). Bilingual (Spanish/English) highly desired.
- Passion for pouring into our clients and helping them strengthen their people programs and outcomes. Your time management, communication and organization skills are top-notch, and you will be an amazing ambassador for the CPG brand.
- We are also looking for a consultant who resides within 30 minutes of downtown GR for the convenience of being onsite with our clients regularly and gathering for our quarterly team meetings.
- True passion for human resources and business strategy while bringing fun to your work. Even on trying days, you are adaptable, encouraging and find the silver lining. Our team is collaborative, engaged and won't tolerate uncool HR.
What You'll Get
- A chance to collaborate with the best in the business at a growing company in an incredibly in-demand industry
- Super flexible and remote/hybrid environment
- Work with some of the coolest organizations in West Michigan with the most innovative leaders
- Competitive hourly pay with potential for variable compensation
- Home office & data stipend
- Paid time off & paid volunteer time
- Learning & development stipend
- Access to co-working spaces
- Paid parental and medical leave
If this sounds like you, apply today! We would love to talk.
We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are not only essential values but also powerful drivers of our innovation and success both internally and with our clients. We invite individuals from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, hairstyles, or any other characteristic to join us in our mission to enrich the world of work and create workplaces where diversity is not just acknowledged but celebrated. Together, we will build a company that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us, driving positive changes within our organization and our clients.
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