Lead Compensation Analyst

The opportunity

Delaware North is hiring a full-time Lead Compensation Analyst to join our team in Buffalo, New York. As a Lead Compensation Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and administration of compensation programs that ensure internal equity, market competitiveness, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are seeking a role that provides career growth and a fast-paced work environment, apply to join our team!

Minimum – Anticipated Maximum Base Salary: $79,900 - $107,800 / year

In addition to base salary, we offer an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. The advertised pay range represents what we believe at the time of this job posting, that we would be willing to pay for this position. Only in special circumstances, where a candidate has education, training, or experience that far exceeds the requirements for the position, would we consider paying higher than the stated range.

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at

At Delaware North, we care about our team members' personal and professional journeys. These are just some of the benefits we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Annual performance bonus based on level, as well as individual, company, and location performance
• Paid vacation days and holidays
• Paid parental bonding leave
• Tuition and/or professional certification reimbursement
• Generous friends-and-family discounts at many of our hotels and resorts

• Maintain and update compensation data in Workday, ensuring accuracy across job architecture and pay structures
• Prepare compensation reports, dashboards, and market analyses to support benchmarking and informed decision-making
• Conduct job evaluations, recommend salary ranges, and lead annual merit and incentive compensation processes
• Collaborate with HRIS and Payroll teams to implement system updates and ensure compliance with policies, FLSA classifications, and pay equity standards
• Provide guidance to HR partners and managers on compensation inquiries while driving process improvements to enhance efficiency and employee experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, human resources, or a related field required; MBA preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in compensation, HR analytics, or related field required
• Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and formulas, and experience with Workday is strongly preferred
• Strong experience with incentive plans and merit cycles
• Familiarity with compensation survey tools and job evaluation methodologies
• Certified Compensation Professional or SPHR designation is preferred
• Candidate must reside in the Buffalo, NY area; relocation assistance may be available

Days

Our business is all about people, and that includes you. At Delaware North, you’re not just part of a team — you’re part of a global legacy: a family-owned company with 100+ years of history behind it. Our operations span the world, offering you unique paths to growth and success.

Who says you can’t love where you work? With jobs in iconic sports arenas, stunning national parks, exciting casinos, and more, we pride ourselves on giving the world great times in great places. And whether you’re interested in restaurants, hotels, sports, gaming, operations, or retail, part-time or full-time, we’re invested in helping you achieve your career goals.

Together, we’re shaping the future of hospitality — come grow with us!

Delaware North, along with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer, showcasing job opportunities and considering applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.