Sr. Shipboard Compensation Analyst

Role is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and administration of the crew compensation programs. The role will collect, review, and continuously evaluate the consistency of our crew compensation programs, policies and practices including internal data analysis, diagnosis, reporting, and market research to validate and ensure the competitiveness and effectiveness of our shipboard pay strategy in alignment with its total rewards strategy regarding benefits. The role will partner with shipboard HR teams, Business Partners, and leaders, as well as with other departments such as Finance, IT, Accounting, Revenue Management, etc. to gather critical data and existing documentation as well as to understand the various interdependencies across different areas. This role functions as a subject matter expert with respect to shipboard based compensation and bonus/incentive compensation and pay practices.  Works within the guidelines of the respective plan documents and regulatory agencies to administer compensation plans.  Makes compensation recommendations based on analysis, best practices, cross brand information, and business drivers. 

Role will coordinate the implementation of any changes determined and approved by the Sr. leadership team ensuring appropriate communication, consistency, and effectiveness.

Job Functions:

• Design, implement, and administer the crew compensation programs. The role will collect, review, and continuously evaluate the consistency of our crew compensation programs, policies and practices including internal data analysis, diagnosis, reporting, and market research to validate and ensure the competitiveness and effectiveness of our shipboard pay strategy in alignment with its total rewards strategy regarding benefits.
• Administrate the Carnival Shipboard Incentive Plan (CSIP). Coordinate data gathering to ensure timely and accurate calculation, tracking and reporting of fleet performance each quarter.  Calculate quarterly accruals and annual payouts.  Coordinate with the payroll team to ensure payments are processed.  Create and provide each participant’s confirmation statement of payment.  Partner with senior leadership to review modifier performance and identify any incidents that merit review.  Model plan performance and plan changes.  Provide input to senior leaders with respect to suggested plan changes or process improvements.
• Analyze internal and external data to evaluate the competitiveness and alignment of the crew compensation programs and its alignment with shipboard total rewards strategy. Prepare recommendations for leadership to address areas of concern and/or opportunity.
• Plan and administer the annual increase cycle. Make recommendations for targeted increases based on allotted budget and business drivers.  Calculate Pay for Performance increases based on input from leadership team.  Calculate Officer, Petty Officer and Ratings increases and provide new rates to the Crew Personnel System (CPS) team for input.  Update wage tables and prepare and distribute increase letters.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams, using your expertise in analytics and strong business acumen to prepare valuable reports and support operational decision-making processes.
• Audit the shipboard employee database (CPS) for discrepancies.  Follow through on discrepancies identified to ensure the CPS team resolves discrepancies.
• Assist in the calculation and implementation of other compensation programs as needed (Xmas, LNG, Base bonus)     
• Coordinate and/or participate in cross brand compensation initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business administration, HR, finance, data analytics. 
• 2- 4 years of relevant experience in analytics role (HR, finance, revenue management). Compensation experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and analytical tools SQL/Oracle, Tableau, Power BI
• Strong and solid analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills and capabilities. Strong business acumen.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, ability to demonstrate solid critical thinking, attention to detail, advanced analytical skills, ability to maintain confidential information, ability to provide a positive customer experience

Physical Demands:  Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time. Requires regular movement throughout CCL facilities. 

Travel: No or very little travel likely

Work Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. 

This position is classified as “in-office.”  As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Mondays and Fridays.  Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area. 

Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.   

At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival’s discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including: 

• Health Benefits: 
  • Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans 
  • Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources 
  • Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage  
• Financial Benefits: 
  • 401(k) plan that includes a company match 
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan 
• Paid Time Off 
  • Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee’s discretion.  
  • Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year.  All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure. 
  • Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.   
• Other Benefits 
  • Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends 
  • Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement  
  • On-site preschool program and wellness center at our Miami campus 

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